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[[Zadar]] is the nearest all-year round port of entry, or [[Sibenik]] if arriving from S. During the summer, [[Sali]] on [[Dugi Otok]] and [[Primosten]] on the mainland are also ports of entry. | [[Zadar]] is the nearest all-year round port of entry, or [[Sibenik]] if arriving from S. During the summer, [[Sali]] on [[Dugi Otok]] and [[Primosten]] on the mainland are also ports of entry. | ||
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Visiting yachts berth along the breakwater quay on the N side of the harbour, where there are laid moorings for 20-25 yachts. Depths range from 1.5 metres at the inner end to 2.5 metres at the outer end. Go bows or stern-to wherever there is space. There are water and electricity points on the quay. | Visiting yachts berth along the breakwater quay on the N side of the harbour, where there are laid moorings for 20-25 yachts. Depths range from 1.5 metres at the inner end to 2.5 metres at the outer end. Go bows or stern-to wherever there is space. There are water and electricity points on the quay. | ||
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 Tkon harbour from ENE |
The harbour of Tkon lies on the SE coast of the island of Pasman in Croatia, three miles from the SE tip of the island and just over a mile from the mainland town of Biograd. It is the main ferry port of the island, with regular car ferries (10 mins) to Biograd. Around 100 metres NW from the ferry pier is a small harbour with several basins, the innermost part of which is crammed with small leisure craft and fishing boats. Along the breakwater on its N side, however, are laid moorings for some 20-25 yachts in depths of 1.5 - 2.5 metres. Shelter in the harbour is good in all conditions.
Weather
Diurnal winds among the islands are mostly moderate during the summer months, predominantly from NW and rarely exceeding force 4/5, although gusting is common in narrow channels between islands and on the lee side of headlands. At night, katabatic winds off the mountains affect some of the islands close to the mainland coast. During early spring and (especially) autumn conditions can be more unsettled, occasionally accompanied by violent thunderstorms - luckily of short duration - with winds of 30-35 knots or more and vicious, steep seas. In the winter the sudden, violent N wind off the mountains, the bora, is much to be feared, especially along the coast from Rijeka down to Zadar, although its effects can be felt as far south as Split.
Equally prevalent in winter - although not uncommon in summer - is the scirocco, a S/SE wind that blows up from North Africa, usually in advance of a depression moving E across the Mediterranean. Unlike the bora, the scirocco only occasionally exceeds gale force, but is still a phenomenon to be wary of, especially if on a lee coast.
For sources of weather forecasting, see Croatia.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 2711
- 2773
- Croatian charts
- MK14
- Imray
- M25 (Otok Rab to Sibenik)
There are no dangers in the immediate approach to Tkon. Closer in, the red pillar mark on the end of the harbour breakwater is conspicuous. The harbour is entered from NE. Depths in the entrance are 3.0 - 3.5 metres. Shelter is good in most conditions except strong winds from NE and E.
Entrance
Zadar is the nearest all-year round port of entry, or Sibenik if arriving from S. During the summer, Sali on Dugi Otok and Primosten on the mainland are also ports of entry.
Berthing Visiting yachts berth along the breakwater quay on the N side of the harbour, where there are laid moorings for 20-25 yachts. Depths range from 1.5 metres at the inner end to 2.5 metres at the outer end. Go bows or stern-to wherever there is space. There are water and electricity points on the quay.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
There is no fuel berth in the harbour. Water and electricity on the quay.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Tkon town has little to engage the tourist, but the surroundings are worth exploring. In particular, the climb up to nearby Mount Cokovac to visit the 12th century Benedictine monastery with its Gothic church of Saints Cosmas and Damian is rewarding not only for the church but the views as well.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Small provisions store in the village.
Eateries
Several restaurants ashore.
Internet/WiFi
No internet café in the village.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
None.
Transportation
- Ferries to Biograd on mainland.
- Buses to Pasman Town and other local destinations.
Routes/Passages To/From
See Croatia.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
See Croatia.
References & Publications
See Croatia.
Comments
We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.
Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Tkon and this page's details validated:
- August 2005 --Athene of Lymington 17:27, 23 April 2012 (BST)
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