Kukljica

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The port of Kuklica is located on the SE coast of the island of Ugljan, just over a mile NNW of the Prolaz Mali Zdrelac, the channel between Ugljan and its neighbouring island of Pasman. Built around a natural inlet, it is sheltered from all except strong SE winds. In addition to hosting a busy fishing fleet, the harbour also caters for visiting yachts, with three pontoons on its N side, complete with laid moorings, water and electricity, offering some 60 berths. It is also a popular tourist destination and the population of around 750 is swelled by several times that amount during the summer months. Every 5 August for the Festival of Our Lady of the Snow a statue of the virgin is carried in procession from the eponymous chapel in the Prolaz Mali Zdrelac to Kuklica, accompanied by nearly 100 boats of all kinds.

Local 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

515

Croatian chart

MK13

Imray

M25 (Otok Rab to Sibenik)

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Approach and Navigation

There are no dangers in the approach to Kuklica. Note that if approaching from S, the channel of Prolaz Mali Zdrelac between Ugljan and Pasman is only navigable by yachts with an air draft of less than 16.5 metres. Depths in the harbour entrance are 5.0 - 6.0 metres.

Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)

The nearest year-round port of entry is Zadar.

Berthing Options

There are two principal berthing options in and around Muline:

1. Pontoons There are three pontoons at the N end of the harbour which provide berths for visiting yachts. Depths here range from just under 2.0 metres at the root to 3.0 metres at the end of the pontoons. Laid moorings at all berths. Shelter is good in all conditions, although strong SE winds can cause an unpleasant swell in the harbour. There are water and electricity points on the pontoons.
2. Breakwater If the pontoons are full, it is possible to berth bows or stern-to the N breakwater using your anchor. Depths here are 2.5 - 3.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed. There are no facilities on the breakwater.

Note: The S side of the harbour is reserved for the fishing fleet.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

The nearest suitable anchorage is on the E side of the Prolaz Mali Zdrelac (see Ugljan).

Offshore Islands and Groups

• Pasman

Yacht Repairs and Services

Small boatyard in the town offering basic repairs.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

None.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

The town has a busy tourist industry and its old centre on the S side of the has a number of fine old buildings. There are some good walks in the surrounding pine woods and nice beaches within easy walking distance. In the cove of Kostanj, 15 minutes on foot N from the harbour, there is an excellent beach and a 13th century church of St Jerome.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Supermarket and other provisions shops in the town.

Eateries

Numerous restaurants ashore.

Garbage Disposal

Near the harbour.

Transportation

Buses to 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)

External Links

• Ugljan at the Wikipedia
• Ugljan Tourism

For other useful websites, see Croatia.

References & Publications

See Croatia.

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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:

• August 2005 --Athene of Lymington 17:27, 23 April 2012 (BST)

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