Nerezine
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Nerezine, Croatia
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The small harbour of Nerezine lies on the E coast of the island of Losinj, two miles S of the entrance to the Osorski Kanal, the narrow canal at the town of Osor which separates Losinj from the island of Cres. A former fishing village, the town has a modest tourism industry and several attractive old buildings. The harbour provides moorings for moderate draft yachts and an inlet half a mile S contains a boatyard and small marina with additional berths. Shelter here is good in all conditions except strong NE winds, in which both the harbour and marina would be potentially dangerous. There are plans to develop the boatyard inlet into a fully-fledged marina, but work has yet to start.
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Charts
British Admiralty 202
Croatian charts MK 8 (Otok Losinj)
Imray M24 (Gulf of Trieste to Losinj and Rab)
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.
There are no dangers in the approach to Nerezine. Depths in the harbour entrance are around 3.5 metres and in the harbour itself range from 2.0 - 3.0 metres.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
The nearest port of entry is Mali Losinj.
Berthing options
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There are four main options for yachts berthing in Nerezine:
'1. Harbour breakwater'Bold text Berth bows or stern-to the S breakwater, where there is room for 8-10 yachts in depths of around 3.0 metres, decreasing towards the root. Laid moorings. Water is available from a tap at the root.
2. Pontoons Berth bows or stern-to one of the two pontoons extending from the S side of the harbour. There is space for some 40-50 yachts here, although many of the moorings are occupied by local boats. Depths range from 3.0 metres at the end to less than 2.0 metres at the root. Laid moorings, water and electricity.
3. Inner harbour It is possible for a shallow draft yacht to lie alongside on the S side of the inner harbour, where there are depths of 2.0 - 2.5 metres, shoaling towards the head of the harbour. There are no facilities here.
4. Boatyard inlet The boatyard in the inlet half a mile S of the harbour can accommodate several yachts alongside in the entrance, where depths are around 3.0 metres. There are numerous moorings at the head of the inlet, but these are shallow and only suitable for small craft.
Click on link for a map of these berthing locations: Map of berthing options in Nerezine.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Luka Sv. Jakov
44°38.88′N, 14°23.88′E
The bay of Luka Sv. Jakov lies just under a mile S of Nerezine. Protected from W through N round to NE by an island joined to the mainland by a causeway, the bay is ringed with holiday villas and apartments. Beware of shoals extending for a short distance off the island. Shelter is good in the bay in the prevailing winds but untenable in strong winds from E or S. Anchor in the middle of the bay in 4.0 - 6.0 metres. The holding is good in sand.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Limited supplies at the yard.
Repairs/Yards
The yard of Marina Nerezine Website can undertake most repairs.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station half a mile N of harbour (0600 - 0000). Water tap at root of SE harbour breakwater. Water and electricity on pontoons in harbour and in boatyard marina.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The town dates back to the 14th century and there are several old buildings to be discovered around the town. Notable attractions include a Franciscan monastery from the XVI century with a Renaissance bell tower and the parish church of Our Lady of Health. Energetic visitors may fancy tackling the hiking trail that leads from the town to the peak of Mount Osorscica (588 m) and onwards to the town of Osor.
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Grocery & Supply Stores
- Provisions shops in the town.
- Butcher and bakery.
Eateries
- Several cafes and restaurants around the harbour and in the town.
Internet/WiFi
Internet cafe in the town.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Bins around the harbour and in the marina.
Transportation
- Buses to Mali Losinj and Cres.
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
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
- List of all Croatian marinas
- List of government-owned ACI marinas
- Croatian National Tourist Board
- Find Croatia travel guide
- Wikipedia - Croatia
References & Publications
- Adriatic Pilot (Imray) - Trevor & Dinah Thompson 5th edition 2008
- 777 Harbours & Anchorages - Karl-H. Bestandig 4th edition 2010-11
- Croatia Cruising Companion (Wiley Nautical) - Jane Cody and John Nash
- Adriatic Sea Pilots Volume 1 and 2 (Croatian Hydrographic Office)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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 17:27, 23 April 2012 (BST)
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