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==Korcula==
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| summary= [[Korčula]] Island lies off the mainland coast of [[Croatia]], 10 miles N of the smaller island of [[Lastovo]] and 12 miles S of the island of [[Hvar]]. At its easternmost point, at the [[Korčula (town)|Town of Korčula]], it is only just over a mile from the '''Pelješac''' peninsula on the mainland, which stretches for 65 km from the settlement of [[Ston]] at its base to Cape Lovista at its head. Korčula itself stretches E-W for 47 km but is no more than 8 km wide at its widest point.
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Like [[Brač]] to the north, Korčula was an important source of quarried stone during the long period of Venetian rule and also had a flourishing shipbuilding industry. Today the island’s prosperity is largely due to wine and olive oil production and— naturally—tourism. In addition to the main harbour and island capital of [[Korčula (town)|Town of Korčula]], which hosts an ACI-operated marina, there are a total of nine other smaller harbours around the coasts of the island and some 12 anchorages along its deeply indented S and E coasts.
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==Weather==
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==Passages==
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''See [[Croatia#Passages|Croatia]]''.
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==Islands==
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==Communication==
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==Navigation==
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==Entrance==
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[[Korčula (town)|Town of Korčula]] is a year-round port of entry/exit for Croatia. For details ''see [[Croatia#Entrance|Entrance: Croatia]]''.
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{{Image right| KorculaTown2.jpg| Korčula Town from the W}}
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The main harbour of the island is located at the [[Korčula (town)|town of Korčula]], then clockwise round the island:
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===Charts===
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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The main anchorages along the N coast of the island from [[Korčula (town)|town of Korčula]] to [[Vela Luka]] are as follows:
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.96048 | lon= 17.11342 | zoom= 16 | name= Luka Banja
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| text= The bay of Luka Banja is situated a mile W of Korčula Town and offers good shelter in the coves around its shores in all but N winds.  It is possible, however, to get partial shelter from N winds if tucked into the NE corner of the bay. Anchor in a suitable spot, depending on wind direction, in 6.0 - 10 metres.  The holding is good in sand and weed.  There is a small minimarket at the SW corner of the bay and a café/bar at the NE corner.
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.96307 | lon= 17.10118 | zoom= 16 | name= U. Vrbovica
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| text= U. Vrbovica is the next inlet W from U. Banja and offers similarly good shelter in all but N or NE winds. Note that there is a dangerous rock, marked with a beacon, off the headland on the E side of the entrance. Anchor in the cove on the W side of the bay or in either of the two coves at the head of the inlet in 4.0 - 6.0 metres.  The holding is moderate to good in sand, shingle and weed.  No facilities ashore. }}
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.97582 | lon= 17.04484 | zoom= 15 | name= U. Kneža
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| text= The anchorage of U. Kneža lies three miles W of U. Vrbovica in a bay partially sheltered from E by the islet of Mala Kneza. The anchorage should be approached from SE as the channel between Mala Kneza and Korčula Island has least depths of barely a metre.  Anchor in 5.0 - 6.0 metres W of Mala Kneza island.  The holding is good in sand, mud and weed. The shelter is good in all conditions but strong SE winds.There is a small provisions shop and a restaurant ashore. }}
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.98871 | lon= 16.69929 | zoom= 16 | name= U. Prihonja
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| text= U. Prihonja is situated on the N side of the peninsula at the NW corner of Korčula Island, three miles E of the islet of Proizd at its extremity. A prominent red and white daymark on the headland W of the entrance is a good guide. The bay offers good shelter in all but N and NE winds.  Anchor in the cove at the SW end of the inlet in 6.0 - 7.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed. There are no facilities ashore. }}
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.97313 | lon= 16.67328 | zoom= 17 | name= U. Sveti Ivan
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| text= U. Sv. Ivan is a cosy little bay on the N side of the approach to [[Vela Luka]] at the W end of Korčula Island. The bay is sheltered from S by the islet of Sveti Ivan, on which there is a church dedicated to the eponymous saint, and partially from W by the tiny islet of O. Gubesa. Entry is from W on either side of O. Gubesa.  There depths of 7.0 - 8.0 metres in the entrance and 5.0 - 6.0 metres in the bay.  The holding is good in sand. On the E side of the bay is a restaurant with mooring buoys for patrons. Shelter in the bay is good in N and E winds but it is exposed to winds from W and SW. }}
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; The main anchorages along the W and S coasts of the island from [[Vela Luka]] to Rt. Raznjic at the extreme SE tip of the island are as follows<nowiki>:</nowiki>
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.94371 | lon= 16.66773 | zoom= 16 | name= U. Poplat
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| text= U. Poplat is the first inlet to the S of the bay of [[Vela Luka]]. The bay offers reasonable shelter in settled conditions but is exposed in winds from NW and W, so an unpleasant swell can sometimes develop with fresh sea breezes.  Anchor at the head of the inlet in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is good in sand. There are no facilities ashore. }}
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.9272 | lon= 16.66758 | zoom= 16 | name= U. Triluke
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| text= U. Triluke, as its name suggests, is a triple-branched anchorage immediately E of the SW tip of Korčula Island. The bay is partially protected from the S by a small chain of islets. Entry is from either side of the westernmost of the islets, O. Trstenik.  Anchor in any one of the bays in 4.0 - 5.0 metres, taking a line ashore if preferred. Holding is good in sand and weed. The shelter is good is all but S winds, when the shallow bay between the two islets of Mali and Veli Prznjak offers better shelter. No facilities ashore.
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.90953 | lon= 16.73532 | zoom= 15 | name= O. Zvirinovik
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| text= The anchorage small cove of U. Bok at the N shore of the islet (Croatian: ''otocic'') of Zvirinovik, two miles ESE of [[#U. Triluke|U. Triluke]]. There are a number of islets and shoals in the approaches and care is needed.  The anchorage offers good shelter in moderate winds and is a useful option if caught in S winds along this coast. Anchor in 8.0 - 10.0 metres and take a line ashore to the island. Holding is good in sand and weed. }}
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| text= The bay of U. Pržina lies immediately W of the extreme SE tip of Korčula Island, on the S side of the headland of Rt. Raznjic. It affords reasonable shelter in all but southerly winds but can get uncomfortable in strong N and E winds in view of its rather exposed position. Anchor at the head of the bay in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is good in sand. }}
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.92989 | lon= 17.16238 | zoom= 16 | name= U. Račišće 
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| text= The inlet of U. Račišće (easily confused with the harbour of the same name on the N coast) lies on the NE coast of the island, protected from N and NE by the islet of O. Vrnik. The inlet offers good shelter in all but strong E or SE winds. The approach from all directions needs care, in view of the numerous islets and shoals off the coast. A good chart is essential. The inlet is relatively built up and there are a number of moorings in the bay, but it is possible to anchor clear of them in 4.0 - 5.0 metres. The holding is good in mud.  Note that there is a cable on the seabed across the entrance. There is a restaurant ashore. }}
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{{Poi | type= anchorage | lat= 42.95067 | lon= 17.16284 | zoom= 16 | name= O. Badija
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| text= The small island of O. Badija is situated off the NE coast of Korčula Island, a mile ESE of [[Korčula (town)|town of Korčula]]. The island is surrounded by shoals and rocks and the safest approach from N is via the channel between O. Badija and Korčula Island and from S via the channel between O. Vrnik and Korčula Island. Both these channels have depths of 5.0 metres. There is a snug and very attractive anchorage on the S side of the island, opposite the large Franciscan monastery.  Shelter here is excellent in virtually all wind conditions.  Anchor in 5.0 - 7.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed. }}
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|Water| {{mark | type= water |name= In [[Korčula (town)#Town quay|Korčula (town)]], [[Marina Korčula]], [[Marina Lumbarda]], and  [[Vela Luka]] |text= }}
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|Electricity| {{mark | type= water |name= In [[Marina Korčula]], [[Marina Lumbarda]], and  [[Vela Luka]] |text= }}
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|Toilets| In [[Marina Korcula]] and [[Marina Lumbarda]]
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|Showers| In [[Marina Korcula]] and [[Marina Lumbarda]]
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|Laundry| In [[Marina Korcula]] and [[Marina Lumbarda]]
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|Garbage| Bins near the harbours and in the marinas
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|Fuel| |Fuel| {{mark| type = fuel| lat=42.95445|lon=17.1484| name= INA, [[Marina Korčula]]| url= | text = Fuel berth in a small inlet on E side of bay 500 metres S of harbour (0600 - 2200).  Depths of only 1.8 metres alongside}}
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{{mark  | type = fuel  | lat=42.9618|lon=16.7147  | name= INA, [[Vela Luka]] | url= | text = Fuel berth just W of town quay (0600 - 2200)}}
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|Bottled gas| None
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|Chandlers| {{mark | type= chandler |name= [[Marina Korčula]] |text= Chandlery}}
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|Repairs| {{mark | type= service |name= [[Marina Korčula]] |text= Basic engine and other repair facilities}}
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|Internet| WiFi in [[Marina Korčula]], [[Marina Lumbarda]]; there are several internet cafes in the [[Korčula (town)|town of Korčula]], [[Brna]],  [[Vela Luka]], and [[Račišće]]
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|Vehicle rentals| {{mark | type= car |name= [[Korčula (town)|town of Korčula]], [[Vela Luka]] |text= Rental outlets}}
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= [[#Luka Banja|Luka Banja]] |text= Minimarket.}}
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= [[Marina Korčula]]  |text= Minimarket.}}
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= In the [[Korčula (town)|town of Korčula]] |text= Several supermarkets, butchers and other provisions, fruit, vegetable market, and several shops sell the excellent local wines.}}
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= [[Marina Korčula]]  |text= Minimarket.}}
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= In [[Vela Luka]] |text= Supermarkets and other provisions shops in the town; Fruit and vegetable market.}}
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* Ferries from [[Korcula Town]] to [[Split]] and [[Dubrovnik]].
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{{Image right| KorculaMonastery.jpg| Franciscan monastery on O. Badija }}
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Korčula
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Korčula town and marina from the SE

Korčula Island lies off the mainland coast of Croatia, 10 miles N of the smaller island of Lastovo and 12 miles S of the island of Hvar. At its easternmost point, at the Town of Korčula, it is only just over a mile from the Pelješac peninsula on the mainland, which stretches for 65 km from the settlement of Ston at its base to Cape Lovista at its head. Korčula itself stretches E-W for 47 km but is no more than 8 km wide at its widest point.

Like Brač to the north, Korčula was an important source of quarried stone during the long period of Venetian rule and also had a flourishing shipbuilding industry. Today the island’s prosperity is largely due to wine and olive oil production and— naturally—tourism. In addition to the main harbour and island capital of Town of Korčula, which hosts an ACI-operated marina, there are a total of nine other smaller harbours around the coasts of the island and some 12 anchorages along its deeply indented S and E coasts.

Charts

See Southern Dalmatia.

Weather

See Croatia.

Passages

See Croatia.

Islands

Communication

Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

Navigation

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Entrance

Town of Korčula is a year-round port of entry/exit for Croatia. For details see Entrance: Croatia.

Berthing

Ports

Korčula Town from the W

The main harbour of the island is located at the town of Korčula, then clockwise round the island:

Town of KorčulaTown of Korčula/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula_(town) | Port of entry icon – port of entry || Harbour icon – harbour || Anchorage icon – anchorage |
Lumbarda Lumbarda /wiki/Lumbarda | Harbour icon – harbour || Anchorage icon – anchorage |
Zavalatica Zavalatica/wiki/Zavalatica | Harbour icon – harbour |
Brna Brna /wiki/Brna | Harbour icon – harbour || Anchorage icon – anchorage |
Prižba Prižba/wiki/Pri%C5%BEba | Harbour icon – harbour |
Gršćica Gršćica /wiki/Gr%C5%A1%C4%87ica | Harbour icon – harbour || Anchorage icon – anchorage |
Vela Luka Vela Luka /wiki/Vela_Luka | Port of entry icon – port of entry || Harbour icon – harbour || Anchorage icon – anchorage |
Prigradica Prigradica/wiki/Prigradica | Harbour icon – harbour |
Račišće Račišće /wiki/Ra%C4%8Di%C5%A1%C4%87e | Harbour icon – harbour || Anchorage icon – anchorage |
Key to symbols: || Port of entry icon – port of entry || Marina icon – marina || Anchorage icon – anchorage ||

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

The small marina at Lumbarda on the NE coast

Anchorages

The main anchorages along the N coast of the island from town of Korčula to Vela Luka are as follows:

Luka Banja

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Anchorage icon Luka Banja [[Korčula#Luka Banja|Luka Banja]] 42°57.629'N, 017°06.805'E
The bay of Luka Banja is situated a mile W of Korčula Town and offers good shelter in the coves around its shores in all but N winds. It is possible, however, to get partial shelter from N winds if tucked into the NE corner of the bay. Anchor in a suitable spot, depending on wind direction, in 6.0 - 10 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed. There is a small minimarket at the SW corner of the bay and a café/bar at the NE corner.

U. Vrbovica

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Anchorage icon U. Vrbovica [[Korčula#U. Vrbovica|U. Vrbovica]] 42°57.784'N, 017°06.071'E
U. Vrbovica is the next inlet W from U. Banja and offers similarly good shelter in all but N or NE winds. Note that there is a dangerous rock, marked with a beacon, off the headland on the E side of the entrance. Anchor in the cove on the W side of the bay or in either of the two coves at the head of the inlet in 4.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is moderate to good in sand, shingle and weed. No facilities ashore.

U. Kneža

U. Kneža/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#U._Kne.C5.BEa
Anchorage icon U. Kneža [[Korčula#U. Kneža|U. Kneža]] 42°58.549'N, 017°02.690'E
The anchorage of U. Kneža lies three miles W of U. Vrbovica in a bay partially sheltered from E by the islet of Mala Kneza. The anchorage should be approached from SE as the channel between Mala Kneza and Korčula Island has least depths of barely a metre. Anchor in 5.0 - 6.0 metres W of Mala Kneza island. The holding is good in sand, mud and weed. The shelter is good in all conditions but strong SE winds.There is a small provisions shop and a restaurant ashore.

U. Prihonja

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Anchorage icon U. Prihonja [[Korčula#U. Prihonja|U. Prihonja]] 42°59.323'N, 016°41.957'E
U. Prihonja is situated on the N side of the peninsula at the NW corner of Korčula Island, three miles E of the islet of Proizd at its extremity. A prominent red and white daymark on the headland W of the entrance is a good guide. The bay offers good shelter in all but N and NE winds. Anchor in the cove at the SW end of the inlet in 6.0 - 7.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed. There are no facilities ashore.

U. Sveti Ivan

U. Sveti Ivan/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#U._Sveti_Ivan
Anchorage icon U. Sveti Ivan [[Korčula#U. Sveti Ivan|U. Sveti Ivan]] 42°58.388'N, 016°40.397'E
U. Sv. Ivan is a cosy little bay on the N side of the approach to Vela Luka at the W end of Korčula Island. The bay is sheltered from S by the islet of Sveti Ivan, on which there is a church dedicated to the eponymous saint, and partially from W by the tiny islet of O. Gubesa. Entry is from W on either side of O. Gubesa. There depths of 7.0 - 8.0 metres in the entrance and 5.0 - 6.0 metres in the bay. The holding is good in sand. On the E side of the bay is a restaurant with mooring buoys for patrons. Shelter in the bay is good in N and E winds but it is exposed to winds from W and SW.
The main anchorages along the W and S coasts of the island from Vela Luka to Rt. Raznjic at the extreme SE tip of the island are as follows:

U. Poplat

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Anchorage icon U. Poplat [[Korčula#U. Poplat|U. Poplat]] 42°56.623'N, 016°40.064'E
U. Poplat is the first inlet to the S of the bay of Vela Luka. The bay offers reasonable shelter in settled conditions but is exposed in winds from NW and W, so an unpleasant swell can sometimes develop with fresh sea breezes. Anchor at the head of the inlet in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is good in sand. There are no facilities ashore.

U. Triluke

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Anchorage icon U. Triluke [[Korčula#U. Triluke|U. Triluke]] 42°55.632'N, 016°40.055'E
U. Triluke, as its name suggests, is a triple-branched anchorage immediately E of the SW tip of Korčula Island. The bay is partially protected from the S by a small chain of islets. Entry is from either side of the westernmost of the islets, O. Trstenik. Anchor in any one of the bays in 4.0 - 5.0 metres, taking a line ashore if preferred. Holding is good in sand and weed. The shelter is good is all but S winds, when the shallow bay between the two islets of Mali and Veli Prznjak offers better shelter. No facilities ashore.

O. Zvirinovik

O. Zvirinovik/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#O._Zvirinovik
Anchorage icon O. Zvirinovik [[Korčula#O. Zvirinovik|O. Zvirinovik]] 42°54.572'N, 016°44.119'E
The anchorage small cove of U. Bok at the N shore of the islet (Croatian: otocic) of Zvirinovik, two miles ESE of U. Triluke. There are a number of islets and shoals in the approaches and care is needed. The anchorage offers good shelter in moderate winds and is a useful option if caught in S winds along this coast. Anchor in 8.0 - 10.0 metres and take a line ashore to the island. Holding is good in sand and weed.

U. Pržina

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Anchorage icon U. Pržina [[Korčula#U. Pržina|U. Pržina]] 42°54.894'N, 017°11.070'E
The bay of U. Pržina lies immediately W of the extreme SE tip of Korčula Island, on the S side of the headland of Rt. Raznjic. It affords reasonable shelter in all but southerly winds but can get uncomfortable in strong N and E winds in view of its rather exposed position. Anchor at the head of the bay in 5.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is good in sand.
The main anchorages from Rt. Raznjic along the E coast of the island to town of Korčula are as follows:

U. Račišće

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Anchorage icon U. Račišće [[Korčula#U. Račišće|U. Račišće]] 42°55.793'N, 017°09.743'E
The inlet of U. Račišće (easily confused with the harbour of the same name on the N coast) lies on the NE coast of the island, protected from N and NE by the islet of O. Vrnik. The inlet offers good shelter in all but strong E or SE winds. The approach from all directions needs care, in view of the numerous islets and shoals off the coast. A good chart is essential. The inlet is relatively built up and there are a number of moorings in the bay, but it is possible to anchor clear of them in 4.0 - 5.0 metres. The holding is good in mud. Note that there is a cable on the seabed across the entrance. There is a restaurant ashore.

O. Badija

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Anchorage icon O. Badija [[Korčula#O. Badija|O. Badija]] 42°57.040'N, 017°09.770'E
The small island of O. Badija is situated off the NE coast of Korčula Island, a mile ESE of town of Korčula. The island is surrounded by shoals and rocks and the safest approach from N is via the channel between O. Badija and Korčula Island and from S via the channel between O. Vrnik and Korčula Island. Both these channels have depths of 5.0 metres. There is a snug and very attractive anchorage on the S side of the island, opposite the large Franciscan monastery. Shelter here is excellent in virtually all wind conditions. Anchor in 5.0 - 7.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed.

Amenities

Facilities
Water In Korčula (town), Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda, and Vela Luka/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#In_.5B.5BKor.C4.8Dula_.28town.29.23Town_quay.7CKor.C4.8Dula_.28town.29.5D.5D.2C_.5B.5BMarina_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5D.2C_.5B.5BMarina_Lumbarda.5D.5D.2C_and__.5B.5BVela_Luka.5D.5DWater icon In Korčula (town), Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda, and Vela Luka [[Korčula#In Korčula (town), Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda, and Vela Luka|In Korčula (town), Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda, and Vela Luka]]
Electricity In Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda, and Vela Luka/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#In_.5B.5BMarina_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5D.2C_.5B.5BMarina_Lumbarda.5D.5D.2C_and__.5B.5BVela_Luka.5D.5DWater icon In Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda, and Vela Luka [[Korčula#In Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda, and Vela Luka|In Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda, and Vela Luka]]
Toilets In Marina Korcula and Marina Lumbarda
Showers In Marina Korcula and Marina Lumbarda
Laundry In Marina Korcula and Marina Lumbarda
Garbage Bins near the harbours and in the marinas
Supplies
Fuel
Fuel INA, Marina Korčula/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#INA.2C_.5B.5BMarina_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5DFuel icon INA, Marina Korčula [[Korčula#INA, Marina Korčula|INA, Marina Korčula]] 42°57.267'N, 017°08.904'E Fuel berth in a small inlet on E side of bay 500 metres S of harbour (0600 - 2200). Depths of only 1.8 metres alongside

INA, Vela Luka/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#INA.2C_.5B.5BVela_Luka.5D.5DFuel icon INA, Vela Luka [[Korčula#INA, Vela Luka|INA, Vela Luka]] 42°57.708'N, 016°42.882'E Fuel berth just W of town quay (0600 - 2200)

Bottled gas None
Chandlers Marina Korčula/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.5B.5BMarina_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5DChandler icon Marina Korčula [[Korčula#Marina Korčula|Marina Korčula]] Chandlery
Services
Repairs Marina Korčula/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.5B.5BMarina_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5DService icon Marina Korčula [[Korčula#Marina Korčula|Marina Korčula]] Basic engine and other repair facilities
Internet WiFi in Marina Korčula, Marina Lumbarda; there are several internet cafes in the town of Korčula, Brna, Vela Luka, and Račišće
Mobile connectivity Is there mobile telephone signal such as G4, G3, GPRS on the island? How strong is the signal? Are there any blind spots?
Vehicle rentals town of Korčula, Vela Luka/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.5B.5BKor.C4.8Dula_.28town.29.7Ctown_of_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5D.2C_.5B.5BVela_Luka.5D.5DCar icon town of Korčula, Vela Luka [[Korčula#town of Korčula, Vela Luka|town of Korčula, Vela Luka]] Rental outlets
Health

Provisioning

Luka Banja/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.5B.5B.23Luka_Banja.7CLuka_Banja.5D.5DProvisions icon Luka Banja [[Korčula#Luka Banja|Luka Banja]] Minimarket.

Marina Korčula/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.5B.5BMarina_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5DProvisions icon Marina Korčula [[Korčula#Marina Korčula|Marina Korčula]] Minimarket.

In the town of Korčula/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#In_the_.5B.5BKor.C4.8Dula_.28town.29.7Ctown_of_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5DProvisions icon In the town of Korčula [[Korčula#In the town of Korčula|In the town of Korčula]] Several supermarkets, butchers and other provisions, fruit, vegetable market, and several shops sell the excellent local wines.

Marina Korčula/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.5B.5BMarina_Kor.C4.8Dula.5D.5DProvisions icon Marina Korčula [[Korčula#Marina Korčula|Marina Korčula]] Minimarket.

Marina Lumbarda/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.5B.5BMarina_Lumbarda.5D.5DProvisions icon Marina Lumbarda [[Korčula#Marina Lumbarda|Marina Lumbarda]] Supermarkets and bakery nearby.

In Lumbarda/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#In_.5B.5BLumbarda.5D.5DProvisions icon In Lumbarda [[Korčula#In Lumbarda|In Lumbarda]] Provisions shops.

In Brna/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#In_.5B.5BBrna.5D.5DProvisions icon In Brna [[Korčula#In Brna|In Brna]] Supermarkets and other provisions shops.

In Prižba, Gršćica, Prigradica, and Račišće/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#In_.5B.5BPri.C5.BEba.5D.5D.2C_.5B.5BGr.C5.A1.C4.87ica.5D.5D.2C_.5B.5BPrigradica.5D.5D.2C_and_.5B.5BRa.C4.8Di.C5.A1.C4.87e.5D.5DProvisions icon In Prižba, Gršćica, Prigradica, and Račišće [[Korčula#In Prižba, Gršćica, Prigradica, and Račišće|In Prižba, Gršćica, Prigradica, and Račišće]] Some provisions shops.

In Vela Luka/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#In_.5B.5BVela_Luka.5D.5DProvisions icon In Vela Luka [[Korčula#In Vela Luka|In Vela Luka]] Supermarkets and other provisions shops in the town; Fruit and vegetable market.

Eating out

 /wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.26nbsp.3BEatingout icon   [[Korčula# | ]] Café/bar.
 /wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.26nbsp.3BEatingout icon   [[Korčula# | ]] Numerous restaurants and café/bar.
 /wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.26nbsp.3BEatingout icon   [[Korčula# | ]] Restaurant.
 /wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.26nbsp.3BEatingout icon   [[Korčula# | ]] Restaurants and café/bar.
 /wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.26nbsp.3BEatingout icon   [[Korčula# | ]] Basic café/bar.
 /wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula#.26nbsp.3BEatingout icon   [[Korčula# | ]] Restaurant and café/bar (summer only).

Transportation

Tourism

Franciscan monastery on O. Badija

Links

For other useful websites, see Croatia.

References

See Croatia.

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