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- | + | | summary= '''Krk''' Island lies in the bay of Rijeka in [[Croatia]], between the mainland to the east and the long island of [[Cres]] to the west, from which it is separated by a three mile wide strait. Its northern extremity is connected to the mainland by a road bridge with a clearance of 45 metres, which carries busy traffic between the city of Rijeka and its international airport at the NE end of the island. Croatia’s largest island, it is also one of the most popular with tourists, especially from Austria, Germany and Slovenia, attracted by its good transport connections. The N and NW coasts of the island are mostly steep-to and rocky with few settlements, but the S and SW parts experience a milder climate, with more forestry and agriculture and the main settlements of [[Krk Town]], [[Marina Punat|Punat]] and [[Baska]]. The island’s main harbour of Krk Town has moorings for visiting yachts and good shelter in all but strong southerlies, while the inlet of Punat two miles E contains an 800-berth marina, [[Marina Punat]], which is very popular with over-wintering yachts. Several smaller harbours and anchorages around the coasts of the island can be visited in suitable conditions, but few have any facilities for yachts. The island’s main attractions include the 13th - 16th century Krk Cathedral and Venetian castle, both in[[ Krk Town]], and the lovely mediaeval village of Vrbnik on the E coast, famous for its delicious ''zlahtina'' white wine. The resort of Baska on the S coast is popular with hikers, attracted by its mountain trails, while the inlet of Punat contains a picturesque 16th century Franciscan monastery on a small island in the centre of the inlet. | |
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
; British Admiralty | ; British Admiralty | ||
- | : | + | : BA202 - Croatia, Kvarner, Kvarnerić and Velebitski Kanal |
- | : | + | : BA2719 - Croatia, Rt Marlera to Senj including Approaches to Rijeka |
; Croatian charts | ; Croatian charts | ||
- | : MK 5 | + | : MK 5 - Rijeka Bay |
- | : MK 6 | + | : MK 6 - Cres Island |
- | : MK 7 | + | : MK 7 - Krk - Rab |
; Imray | ; Imray | ||
- | : M24 | + | : M24 - Gulf of Trieste to Losinj and Rab |
- | == | + | ==Weather== |
- | + | ''See [[Croatia#Weather|Croatia]]''. | |
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- | '' | + | ==Passages== |
- | + | ''See [[Croatia#Passages|Croatia]]''. | |
- | == | + | ==Islands== |
- | + | * [[Losinj]] | |
+ | * [[Cres]] | ||
+ | * [[Rab]] | ||
- | + | ==Communication== | |
+ | {{Green|Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}} | ||
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- | '' | + | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' |
- | == | + | ==Navigation== |
- | + | {{Green|Add any navigation notes such approaches, dangers etc here. If this section does not apply remove it.}} | |
- | ==Berthing | + | ==Entrance== |
- | The principal berthing options for yachts visiting the island are the town quay and separate visitors’ moorings at [[Krk Town]], the large marina of [[Marina Punat]], the small harbours of [[Malinska]], [[Njivice]], [[Omisalj]], [[Silo]], [[Vrbnik]] and [[Baska]] and several anchorages offering good shelter depending on wind direction | + | [[Krk]] does not have a port of entry. The nearest port of entry is [[Rijeka]]. |
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+ | ==Berthing== | ||
+ | The principal berthing options for yachts visiting the island are the town quay and separate visitors’ moorings at [[Krk Town]], the large marina of [[Marina Punat]], the small harbours of [[Malinska]], [[Njivice]], [[Omisalj]], [[Silo]], [[Vrbnik]] and [[Baska]] and several anchorages offering good shelter depending on wind direction. | ||
===Ports=== | ===Ports=== | ||
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+ | * {{dest|Vrbnik|h}} | ||
+ | * {{dest|Baska|h|a}} | ||
- | ==Marinas & Yacht Clubs== | + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== |
* [[Marina Punat]] | * [[Marina Punat]] | ||
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- | + | ==Anchorages== | |
- | {{Note}} U. (short for Uvala) = ''cove''. | + | {{Note}} U. (short for Uvala) = ''cove''. |
- | {{Poi |45 | + | {{Poi | lat= 45.03933215013534| lon= 14.476178153427513| zoom= 17 | type= anchorage| name= U. Sv. Fuska |
- | | text= The inlet of U Sv. Fuska lies four miles W of Krk Town and offers good shelter in its two branches in all conditions except southerlies. A row of electricity pylons on the slopes above is a good landmark on the approach. Anchor wherever there is space among the fishing boats in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. It may be advisable to take a line ashore to prevent swinging. Holding is good in sand and mud. | + | | text= The inlet of U Sv. Fuska lies four miles W of Krk Town and offers good shelter in its two branches in all conditions except southerlies. A row of electricity pylons on the slopes above is a good landmark on the approach. Anchor wherever there is space among the fishing boats in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. It may be advisable to take a line ashore to prevent swinging. Holding is good in sand and mud. }} |
- | {{Poi |45 | + | {{Poi |lat= 45.043968| lon= 14.468566| zoom= 15 | type= anchorage| name= Luka Torkul |
- | | text= The inlet of Luka Torkul lies five miles NW of U. Sv. Fuska on the W coast of the island. The head of the inlet is protected by two short piers. Depths in the approach are 6.0 - 10 metres and around 3.0 metres at the head. Anchor and take a line ashore to either of the piers or to the shore at the head of the inlet. Holding is moderate in sand and weed. Shelter is good in all winds except from S and SW. | + | | text= The inlet of Luka Torkul lies five miles NW of U. Sv. Fuska on the W coast of the island. The head of the inlet is protected by two short piers. Depths in the approach are 6.0 - 10 metres and around 3.0 metres at the head. Anchor and take a line ashore to either of the piers or to the shore at the head of the inlet. Holding is moderate in sand and weed. Shelter is good in all winds except from S and SW.}} |
- | {{Poi |45 | + | {{Poi | lat= 45.061231 | lon= 14.448395600480087| zoom= 17 | type= anchorage| name= U. Vala Jana |
- | | text= The wooded inlet of U. Vala Jana is situated 1.5 miles NW of Luka Torkul. At the head of the inlet is a sailing club with a series of small pontoons and quays. Anchor wherever suitable in 4.0 - 6.0 metres. Holding is moderate in sand and weed. Shelter is good in all but SW winds. | + | | text= The wooded inlet of U. Vala Jana is situated 1.5 miles NW of Luka Torkul. At the head of the inlet is a sailing club with a series of small pontoons and quays. Anchor wherever suitable in 4.0 - 6.0 metres. Holding is moderate in sand and weed. Shelter is good in all but SW winds.}} |
- | {{Poi |45 | + | {{Poi | lat= 45.15802524412645| lon= 14.61135825030695| zoom= 14 | type= anchorage| name= Zaton Soline |
- | | text= Zaton Soline is a wide, landlocked bay lying on the NE coast of Krk Island, opposite the mainland town of Crikvenica. The narrow entrance is marked with a stone light tower to starboard and a red metal pillar to port. A further port marker marks a reef at the inner end of the entrance channel. Once inside, there is a small and very crowded harbour at the SE side of the bay with some moorings managed by Marina Punat. Alternatively, anchor in 4.0 - 5.0 metres at the SW end of the bay or in the cove on the NE side, E of the lines of fish stakes and clear of the wreck. Beware of the shallow spit with less than 2.0 metres depth at the outer end that extends form the small harbour almost to the islet in the centre of the bay. Holding is excellent in mud and the inlet provides all-round shelter. | + | | text= Zaton Soline is a wide, landlocked bay lying on the NE coast of Krk Island, opposite the mainland town of Crikvenica. The narrow entrance is marked with a stone light tower to starboard and a red metal pillar to port. A further port marker marks a reef at the inner end of the entrance channel. Once inside, there is a small and very crowded harbour at the SE side of the bay with some moorings managed by Marina Punat. Alternatively, anchor in 4.0 - 5.0 metres at the SW end of the bay or in the cove on the NE side, E of the lines of fish stakes and clear of the wreck. Beware of the shallow spit with less than 2.0 metres depth at the outer end that extends form the small harbour almost to the islet in the centre of the bay. Holding is excellent in mud and the inlet provides all-round shelter.}} |
- | {{Poi |45 | + | {{Poi | 45.12053897129441| lon=14.660602600480084| zoom= 16 | type= anchorage| name= U. Petrina |
- | | text= U. Petrina is a small cove situated on the E coast of the island, two miles S of the harbour of [[Silo]]. Anchor as close to the head as depths allow, probably in 3.0 - 5.0 metres. The holding is fair to good in sand and weed. If there is any swell, it may be worth taking a line ashore. Shelter is good in most conditions but the anchorage is open SE. | + | | text= U. Petrina is a small cove situated on the E coast of the island, two miles S of the harbour of [[Silo]]. Anchor as close to the head as depths allow, probably in 3.0 - 5.0 metres. The holding is fair to good in sand and weed. If there is any swell, it may be worth taking a line ashore. Shelter is good in most conditions but the anchorage is open SE.}} |
- | {{Poi |45 | + | {{Poi | lat= 45.10366786476804| lon= 14.66577561973871| zoom= 16 | type= anchorage| name= U. Sv. Marak |
- | | text= U. Sv. Marak is a small cove on the S side of a distinctive promontory, about one mile S of U. Petrina. The promontory can be identified by a ruined chapel on the top. Anchor in 5.0 metres and take a line to the pier or one of the three stone bollards in the bay. The holding is good in sand and weed. Shelter is good in W and N winds but poor in winds from S and E. | + | | text= U. Sv. Marak is a small cove on the S side of a distinctive promontory, about one mile S of U. Petrina. The promontory can be identified by a ruined chapel on the top. Anchor in 5.0 metres and take a line to the pier or one of the three stone bollards in the bay. The holding is good in sand and weed. Shelter is good in W and N winds but poor in winds from S and E. }} |
- | {{Poi |45 | + | {{Poi | lat= 45.06565325126904| lon= 14.727769672072236| zoom= 16 | type= anchorage| name= Luka Srscica |
- | | text= Luka Srscica lies between two promontories on the SE side of Krk Island, three miles ESE of the harbour of [[Vrbnik]]. There are dangerous rocks to be avoided in the approach from both N and E. Anchor at the head of the inlet in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. It may be advisable to take a line ashore if the winds are variable. The holding is good in sand and mud. Shelter here is good in all winds except N or NW, when it becomes untenable. | + | | text= Luka Srscica lies between two promontories on the SE side of Krk Island, three miles ESE of the harbour of [[Vrbnik]]. There are dangerous rocks to be avoided in the approach from both N and E. Anchor at the head of the inlet in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. It may be advisable to take a line ashore if the winds are variable. The holding is good in sand and mud. Shelter here is good in all winds except N or NW, when it becomes untenable. }} |
- | {{Poi |44 | + | {{Poi | lat= 44.993436105154586| lon= 14.79793658965056| zoom= 16 | type= anchorage| name= U. Mala Luka |
- | | text= U. Mala Luka is a sheltered, L-shaped inlet at the SE extremity of Krk Island, opposite the town of [[Senj]] on the mainland. A small islet, O. Zecevo, lies 1.5 miles due E of the inlet. Anchor at the head of the inlet in 5.0 metres and take a line ashore. The holding is very patchy since much of the bottom is rocky, but it is possible with care to locate a sandy patch. Shelter here is excellent, although in view of the holding it is probably not a place to be in extreme weather. | + | | text= U. Mala Luka is a sheltered, L-shaped inlet at the SE extremity of Krk Island, opposite the town of [[Senj]] on the mainland. A small islet, O. Zecevo, lies 1.5 miles due E of the inlet. Anchor at the head of the inlet in 5.0 metres and take a line ashore. The holding is very patchy since much of the bottom is rocky, but it is possible with care to locate a sandy patch. Shelter here is excellent, although in view of the holding it is probably not a place to be in extreme weather.}} |
- | {{Poi |44 | + | {{Poi | lat= 44.977331| lon= 14.805734| zoom= 15 | type= anchorage| name= U. Vela Luka |
- | | text= U. Vela Luka is a deep inlet ‘round the corner’ from U. Mala Luka. Nearly a mile long, it cuts a deep scar into the rocky promontory that marks the SE end of Krk Island. Anchor at the head of the inlet in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is poor in sand and shingle, so it is not advisable as an anchorage if bad weather is forecast. Shelter is excellent from all winds except southerlies. | + | | text= U. Vela Luka is a deep inlet ‘round the corner’ from U. Mala Luka. Nearly a mile long, it cuts a deep scar into the rocky promontory that marks the SE end of Krk Island. Anchor at the head of the inlet in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is poor in sand and shingle, so it is not advisable as an anchorage if bad weather is forecast. Shelter is excellent from all winds except southerlies.}} |
- | == | + | ==Amenities== |
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- | ==== | + | |Water| {{mark |name= [[Krk Town]] | type= water | lat= 45.02433 |lon=14.57417|zoom=17 |text= Water from a tap on the N quay or at the [[#Fuel|fuel berth]]}} |
- | + | {{mark |name= [[Marina Punat]] | type= water | lat= 45.027850743820935 |Lon=14.625138073406266 |zoom=16 |text= In every berth, tel. {{phone|385|51|654 111}}}} | |
+ | {{mark |name= [[Malinska]] | type= water | lat= 45.125|lon=14.525 |zoom=17 |text= Water along the SW quay and on the long pontoon}} | ||
- | ==== | + | |Electricity| {{mark |name= [[Marina Punat]] | type= electricity | lat= 45.027850743820935 |Lon=14.625138073406266 |zoom=16 |text= In every berth, tel. {{phone|385|51|654 111}}}} |
- | + | {{mark |name= [[Malinska]] | type= electricity | lat= 45.125|lon=14.525 |zoom=17 |text= Electricity along the SW quay and on the long pontoon.}} | |
- | + | |Toilets| In [[Marina Punat]] | |
- | + | |Showers| In [[Marina Punat]] | |
+ | |Laundry| In [[Marina Punat]], in the town of [[Malinska]] | ||
+ | |Garbage| Bins the harbours and [[Marina Punat]] | ||
- | == | + | |header|Supplies |
- | ==== | + | |Fuel| {{mark |name= [[Krk Town]] | type= fuel | lat= 45.02433 |lon=14.57417|zoom=17 |text= Station in the NW corner of the harbour (although depths are barely 2.0 metres)}} |
- | [[ | + | |Bottled gas| In {{mark |name= [[Marina Punat]] | type= chandler | lat= 45.027850743820935 |Lon=14.625138073406266 |zoom=16 |text= Chandlery, tel. {{phone|385|51|654 111}}}} |
+ | |Chandlers| {{mark |name= [[Marina Punat]] | type= chandler | lat= 45.027850743820935 |Lon=14.625138073406266 |zoom=16 |text= Chandlery, tel. {{phone|385|51|654 111}}}} | ||
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- | + | |Repairs| {{mark |name= [[Marina Punat]] | type= service | lat= 45.027850743820935 |Lon=14.625138073406266 |zoom=16 |text= Chandlery, tel. {{phone|385|51|654 111}}}} | |
- | + | {{mark | type= service |name=[[Omisalj]]}} small workshop at the harbour | |
- | + | |Internet| WiFi in [[Marina Punat]] | |
- | + | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | |
- | + | |Vehicle rentals| {{mark |name= [[Krk Town]] | type= car | lat= 45.02433 |lon=14.57417|zoom=17 |text= Rental outlets in the town}} | |
+ | {{mark |name= [[Marina Punat]] | type= car | lat= 45.027850743820935 |Lon=14.625138073406266 |zoom=16 |text= Car and scooter hire, tel. {{phone|385|51|654 111}}}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
- | ==== | + | ==Provisioning== |
- | + | {{mark |name= [[Krk Town]] | type= provisions | lat= 45.02433 |lon=14.57417|zoom=17 |text= Supermarket and good provisions shops in the town.}} | |
- | ==== | + | {{mark |name= [[Marina Punat]] | type= provisions | lat= 45.027850743820935 |Lon=14.625138073406266 |zoom=16 |text= Minimarket, tel. {{phone|385|51|654 111}}}} |
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- | ==== | + | {{mark |name= [[Malinska]] | type= provisions | lat= 45.125|lon=14.525 |zoom=17 |text= Supermarket and good provisions shops in the town.}} |
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- | ==== | + | {{mark |name= [[Njivice]] | type= provisions | lat= 45.16494|lon=14.54266 |zoom=17 |text= Supermarket and good provisions shops in the town.}} |
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- | ==== | + | {{mark |name= [[Omisalj]] | type= provisions | lat= 45.20723|lon=14.55234 |zoom=15 |text= Supermarket and good provisions shops in the town.}} |
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- | ==== | + | {{mark |name= [[Silo]] | type= provisions | lat= 45.14982|lon=14.66955 |zoom=17 |text= Supermarket and other provisions shops in the village.}} |
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+ | {{mark |name= [[Vrbnik]] | type= provisions | lat=45.07796|lon=14.67337 |zoom=17 |text= Small supermarket and other provisions shops in the village.}} | ||
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+ | {{mark |name= [[Baska]] | type= provisions | lat=44.97013|lon=14.76129 |zoom=16 |text= Small supermarket and other provisions shops in the town.}} | ||
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+ | ==Eating out== | ||
+ | * [[Krk Town]] | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= '' '' | type= eatingout | lat= 45.02433 |lon=14.57417|zoom=17 |text= Numerous cafes and restaurants around the harbour and in the town}} | ||
+ | * [[Marina Punat]] | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= '' '' | type= eatingout | lat= 45.027850743820935 |Lon=14.625138073406266 |zoom=16 |text=Restaurant and café, tel. {{phone|385|51|654 111}}}} | ||
+ | * [[Malinska]] | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= '' '' | type= eatingout | lat= 45.125|lon=14.525 |zoom=17 |text= Numerous cafes and restaurants around the harbour and in the town}} | ||
+ | * [[Njivice]] | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= '' '' | type= eatingout | lat= 45.16494|lon=14.54266 |zoom=17 |text= Several cafes and restaurants around the harbour and in the town}} | ||
+ | * [[Omisalj]] | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= '' '' | type= eatingout | lat= 45.20723|lon=14.55234 |zoom=15 |text= Cafe and restaurant around the harbour. More in the town}} | ||
+ | * [[Silo]] | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= '' '' | type= eatingout | lat= 45.14982|lon=14.66955 |zoom=17 |text= Cafes and bars In the village}} | ||
+ | * [[Vrbnik]] | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= '' '' | type= eatingout | lat=45.07796|lon=14.67337 |zoom=17 |text= Cafes, bars and restaurants in the village}} | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= ''Konoba Nada'' | type= eatingout | lat=45.07796|lon=14.67337 |zoom=17 |text= Wine bar, serves an excellent zlahtina white wine with smoked ham and cheese --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 15:04, 21 April 2012 (BST).}} | ||
+ | * [[Baska]] | ||
+ | : {{mark |name= '' '' | type= eatingout | lat=44.97013|lon=14.76129 |zoom=16 |text= Numerous cafes, bars and restaurants in the town}} | ||
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+ | ==Transportation== | ||
* Buses to [[Rijeka]] on mainland | * Buses to [[Rijeka]] on mainland | ||
* International flights from [[Rijeka]] airport (on Krk Island) | * International flights from [[Rijeka]] airport (on Krk Island) | ||
* Ferries to Merag on ''Cres'' Island from Valbinska | * Ferries to Merag on ''Cres'' Island from Valbinska | ||
- | == | + | ==Tourism== |
- | + | ====History==== | |
+ | {{Green|Give a short history of the island.}} | ||
- | == | + | ====Places to Visit==== |
+ | [[Krk Town]] is a picturesque mediaeval town, with narrow streets winding around its old quarter, of which the highlight is the cathedral, built between the 13th and 16th centuries, and the Venetian castle five minutes’ walk to the east. The castle is the venue for concerts and theatrical events during the Krk Festival in July and August. From Krk Town it is a long six-mile hike or shorter bus ride NE to the delightful mediaeval village of Vrbnik, famous for its ''zlahtina'' white wine (try it at the Konoba Nada with smoked ham and cheese). Barely two miles E of Krk Town is the large inlet of Punat with the 16th century Franciscan monastery of Kosljun on an island in the centre. The resort and small harbour of Baska at the SE end of island is impressively sited, nestling between two high mountain ranges, and is popular with trekkers. | ||
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+ | {{himage|KrkCathedral.jpg|Krk castle and cathedral}} | ||
+ | {{himage|Kosljun.jpg|Franciscan monastery of Kosljun }} | ||
+ | {{himage|Vrbnik.jpg|The harbour and village of Vrbnik }} | ||
+ | {{himage|Biska.jpg|Baska waterfront }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ==Friends== | ||
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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- | == | + | ==Forums== |
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | ||
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/croatia.html Croatia Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum] | * [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/croatia.html Croatia Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum] | ||
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- | == | + | ==Links== |
* {{wikipedia}} | * {{wikipedia}} | ||
+ | * {{Wikivoyage}} | ||
+ | * [http://www.noonsite.com/Countries/Croatia/Punat%28Krk%29 Noonsite] | ||
* [http://www.about-croatia.com/croatia-marina.php List of all Croatian marinas] | * [http://www.about-croatia.com/croatia-marina.php List of all Croatian marinas] | ||
- | + | * [http://croatia.hr/en-GB/travel-info/useful-information Croatian National Tourist Board] | |
- | * [http://croatia.hr/en-GB/ | + | * [http://www.find-croatia.com Find Croatia travel guide] |
- | * [http://www.find-croatia.com Find Croatia travel guide] | + | * |
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- | ==References | + | ==References== |
- | ''See [[Croatia# | + | ''See [[Croatia#References|Croatia]]''. |
- | {{Comments | + | {{Comments}} |
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* May 2005 ----[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 15:04, 21 April 2012 (BST) | * May 2005 ----[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 15:04, 21 April 2012 (BST) | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:22, 5 March 2019
Krk Island lies in the bay of Rijeka in Croatia, between the mainland to the east and the long island of Cres to the west, from which it is separated by a three mile wide strait. Its northern extremity is connected to the mainland by a road bridge with a clearance of 45 metres, which carries busy traffic between the city of Rijeka and its international airport at the NE end of the island. Croatia’s largest island, it is also one of the most popular with tourists, especially from Austria, Germany and Slovenia, attracted by its good transport connections. The N and NW coasts of the island are mostly steep-to and rocky with few settlements, but the S and SW parts experience a milder climate, with more forestry and agriculture and the main settlements of Krk Town, Punat and Baska. The island’s main harbour of Krk Town has moorings for visiting yachts and good shelter in all but strong southerlies, while the inlet of Punat two miles E contains an 800-berth marina, Marina Punat, which is very popular with over-wintering yachts. Several smaller harbours and anchorages around the coasts of the island can be visited in suitable conditions, but few have any facilities for yachts. The island’s main attractions include the 13th - 16th century Krk Cathedral and Venetian castle, both in Krk Town, and the lovely mediaeval village of Vrbnik on the E coast, famous for its delicious zlahtina white wine. The resort of Baska on the S coast is popular with hikers, attracted by its mountain trails, while the inlet of Punat contains a picturesque 16th century Franciscan monastery on a small island in the centre of the inlet.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- BA202 - Croatia, Kvarner, Kvarnerić and Velebitski Kanal
- BA2719 - Croatia, Rt Marlera to Senj including Approaches to Rijeka
- Croatian charts
- MK 5 - Rijeka Bay
- MK 6 - Cres Island
- MK 7 - Krk - Rab
- Imray
- M24 - Gulf of Trieste to Losinj and Rab
Weather
See Croatia.
Passages
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Islands
Communication
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Entrance
Krk does not have a port of entry. The nearest port of entry is Rijeka.
Berthing
The principal berthing options for yachts visiting the island are the town quay and separate visitors’ moorings at Krk Town, the large marina of Marina Punat, the small harbours of Malinska, Njivice, Omisalj, Silo, Vrbnik and Baska and several anchorages offering good shelter depending on wind direction.
Ports
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
Note: U. (short for Uvala) = cove.
U. Sv. Fuska
Luka Torkul
U. Vala Jana
Zaton Soline
U. Petrina
U. Sv. Marak
Luka Srscica
U. Mala Luka
U. Vela Luka
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | Krk Town [[Krk#Krk Town|Krk Town]] 45°01.460'N, 014°34.450'E Water from a tap on the N quay or at the fuel berth
Marina Punat [[Krk#Marina Punat|Marina Punat]] 45°01.671'N, °'E In every berth, tel. +385 (51) 654 111 Malinska [[Krk#Malinska|Malinska]] 45°07.500'N, 014°31.500'E Water along the SW quay and on the long pontoon |
Electricity | Marina Punat [[Krk#Marina Punat|Marina Punat]] 45°01.671'N, °'E In every berth, tel. +385 (51) 654 111
Malinska [[Krk#Malinska|Malinska]] 45°07.500'N, 014°31.500'E Electricity along the SW quay and on the long pontoon. |
Toilets | In Marina Punat |
Showers | In Marina Punat |
Laundry | In Marina Punat, in the town of Malinska |
Garbage | Bins the harbours and Marina Punat |
Supplies | |
Fuel | Krk Town [[Krk#Krk Town|Krk Town]] 45°01.460'N, 014°34.450'E Station in the NW corner of the harbour (although depths are barely 2.0 metres) |
Bottled gas | In Marina Punat [[Krk#Marina Punat|Marina Punat]] 45°01.671'N, °'E Chandlery, tel. +385 (51) 654 111 |
Chandlers | Marina Punat [[Krk#Marina Punat|Marina Punat]] 45°01.671'N, °'E Chandlery, tel. +385 (51) 654 111 |
Services | |
Repairs | Marina Punat [[Krk#Marina Punat|Marina Punat]] 45°01.671'N, °'E Chandlery, tel. +385 (51) 654 111
Omisalj [[Krk#Omisalj|Omisalj]] small workshop at the harbour |
Internet | WiFi in Marina Punat |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | Krk Town [[Krk#Krk Town|Krk Town]] 45°01.460'N, 014°34.450'E Rental outlets in the town
Marina Punat [[Krk#Marina Punat|Marina Punat]] 45°01.671'N, °'E Car and scooter hire, tel. +385 (51) 654 111 |
Provisioning
Krk Town [[Krk#Krk Town|Krk Town]] 45°01.460'N, 014°34.450'E Supermarket and good provisions shops in the town.
Marina Punat [[Krk#Marina Punat|Marina Punat]] 45°01.671'N, °'E Minimarket, tel. +385 (51) 654 111
Malinska [[Krk#Malinska|Malinska]] 45°07.500'N, 014°31.500'E Supermarket and good provisions shops in the town.
Njivice [[Krk#Njivice|Njivice]] 45°09.896'N, 014°32.560'E Supermarket and good provisions shops in the town.
Omisalj [[Krk#Omisalj|Omisalj]] 45°12.434'N, 014°33.140'E Supermarket and good provisions shops in the town.
Silo [[Krk#Silo|Silo]] 45°08.989'N, 014°40.173'E Supermarket and other provisions shops in the village.
Vrbnik [[Krk#Vrbnik|Vrbnik]] 45°04.678'N, 014°40.402'E Small supermarket and other provisions shops in the village.
Baska [[Krk#Baska|Baska]] 44°58.208'N, 014°45.677'E Small supermarket and other provisions shops in the town.
Eating out
- [[Krk# | ]] 45°01.460'N, 014°34.450'E Numerous cafes and restaurants around the harbour and in the town
- [[Krk# | ]] 45°01.671'N, °'E Restaurant and café, tel. +385 (51) 654 111
- [[Krk# | ]] 45°07.500'N, 014°31.500'E Numerous cafes and restaurants around the harbour and in the town
- [[Krk# | ]] 45°09.896'N, 014°32.560'E Several cafes and restaurants around the harbour and in the town
- [[Krk# | ]] 45°12.434'N, 014°33.140'E Cafe and restaurant around the harbour. More in the town
- [[Krk# | ]] 45°08.989'N, 014°40.173'E Cafes and bars In the village
- [[Krk# | ]] 45°04.678'N, 014°40.402'E Cafes, bars and restaurants in the village
- Konoba Nada [[Krk#Konoba Nada|Konoba Nada]] 45°04.678'N, 014°40.402'E Wine bar, serves an excellent zlahtina white wine with smoked ham and cheese --Athene of Lymington 15:04, 21 April 2012 (BST).
- [[Krk# | ]] 44°58.208'N, 014°45.677'E Numerous cafes, bars and restaurants in the town
Transportation
- Buses to Rijeka on mainland
- International flights from Rijeka airport (on Krk Island)
- Ferries to Merag on Cres Island from Valbinska
Tourism
History
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Places to Visit
Krk Town is a picturesque mediaeval town, with narrow streets winding around its old quarter, of which the highlight is the cathedral, built between the 13th and 16th centuries, and the Venetian castle five minutes’ walk to the east. The castle is the venue for concerts and theatrical events during the Krk Festival in July and August. From Krk Town it is a long six-mile hike or shorter bus ride NE to the delightful mediaeval village of Vrbnik, famous for its zlahtina white wine (try it at the Konoba Nada with smoked ham and cheese). Barely two miles E of Krk Town is the large inlet of Punat with the 16th century Franciscan monastery of Kosljun on an island in the centre. The resort and small harbour of Baska at the SE end of island is impressively sited, nestling between two high mountain ranges, and is popular with trekkers.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Krk at the Wikipedia
- Krk at the Wikivoyage
- Noonsite
- List of all Croatian marinas
- Croatian National Tourist Board
- Find Croatia travel guide
References
See Croatia.
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