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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. | 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. | ||
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Revision as of 22:37, 23 March 2016
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Krk Island in Croatia
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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
- 202
- 2719
- Croatian charts
- MK 5 (Rijeka Bay)
- MK 6 (Cres Island)
- MK 7 (Krk - Rab)
- Imray
- M24 (Gulf of Trieste to Losinj and Rab)
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
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.
Check-in facilities (Customs and Immigration)
Krk Town is not a port of entry. The nearest port of entry is Rijeka.
Berthing Options
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. Click on link at top right of page for Interactive map of harbours and anchorages or for full details see below.
Ports
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
Note: U. (short for Uvala) = cove. Click on Map of harbours and anchorages on Krk Island for the location and summary details of each anchorage or on the co-ordinates below for a simple map.
U. Sv. Fuska
Luka Torkul
U. Vala Jana
Zaton Soline
U. Petrina
U. Sv. Marak
Luka Srscica
U. Mala Luka
U. Vela Luka
Offshore Islands
Yacht Services and Repairs
See Marina Punat.
Marine Stores
- See Marina Punat.
Repairs/Yards
See Marina Punat.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel in Krk Town. Water on quay in Krk Town. Water and electricity in Marina Punat and on Malinska quay and pontoon.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
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.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Supermarket and provisions shops in Krk Town, Punat, Malinska, Njivice and Baska. Grocery shops in Vrbnik, Omisalj and Silo.
Eateries
- See port entries for details.
- In Vrbnik, the Konoba Nada wine bar serves an excellent zlahtina white wine with smoked ham and cheese --Athene of Lymington 15:04, 21 April 2012 (BST)
Internet/WiFi
In Marina Punat.
Laundry
In Marina Punat.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Rental outlets in Krk Town and Punat.
Transportation
- Buses to Rijeka on mainland
- International flights from Rijeka airport (on Krk Island)
- Ferries to Merag on Cres Island from Valbinska
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)
External Links
- Krk at the Wikipedia
- List of all Croatian marinas
- List of government-owned ACI marinas
- Croatian National Tourist Board
- Find Croatia travel guide
- Wikipedia - Croatia
References & Publications
See Croatia.
Comments
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Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- May 2005 ----Athene of Lymington 15:04, 21 April 2012 (BST)
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