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| summary= The resort of '''Portorož''' lies on the coast of [[Slovenia]] just over two miles SE of the small harbour of [[Piran]] and two miles N of the border with [[Croatia]]. Essentially Slovenia’s only major mass-market beach resort, the coastline is lined with modern, high-rise hotels and casinos and the town, while pleasant, has few of the attractions of the old Venetian harbours along the coast, such as [[Piran]], [[Koper]] or even [[Izola]]. However, it is a good base for over-wintering or for leaving a yacht to explore the fascinating hinterland of Slovenia. Just S of the resort is the large marina of [[Marina Portoroz]], which offers 650 berths for yachts up to 30 metres and draft up to 3.5 metres.
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The resort of Portorož lies on the coast of [[Slovenia]] just over two miles SE of the small harbour of [[Piran]] and two miles N of the border with [[Croatia]]. Essentially Slovenia’s only major mass-market beach resort, the coastline is lined with modern, high-rise hotels and casinos and the town, while pleasant, has few of the attractions of the old Venetian harbours along the coast, such as [[Piran]], [[Koper]] or even [[Izola]]. However, it is a good base for over-wintering or for leaving a yacht to explore the fascinating hinterland of Slovenia. Just S of the resort is the large marina of [[Marina Portoroz]], which offers 650 berths for yachts up to 30 metres and draft up to 3.5 metres.
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==Weather==
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Diurnal winds along the coast are mostly moderate during the summer months, predominantly from NW and rarely exceeding force 4/5.  At night, katabatic winds off the mountains are a feature of some of the harbours along the NE Adriatic 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.
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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.
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Sources of weather forecasting:
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* Radio Slovenia broadcasts a forecast at 0635 and 0955 local time on 928 kHz and on FM.
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* There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast from Italy on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation.
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* The same forecast is given in Italian and English on Italian VHF coastal stations (e.g. Trieste) following a notification on channel 16.
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* Navtex weather forecasts covering the Adriatic are broadcast from stations at Trieste, Split (Croatia) and Kerkyra (Corfu).
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==Charts==
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==Weather==
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''See [[Slovenia#Weather|Slovenia]]''.
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==Passages==
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''See [[Slovenia#Passages|Slovenia]]''.
==Communication==
==Communication==
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
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==Navigation==
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A tall belfry in the town of [[Piran]], situated on a headland two miles NW of the marina, is conspicuous from some distance off. The marina of [[Marina Portoroz]] lies at the S end of the town of Portoroz, which is easily identified by the numerous high rise hotels along the coast. The marina is situated in a low-lying area which formerly was used for salt pans. Access is via a narrow, 22 metre wide channel with depths of 3.5 metres. The channel is marked with wooden posts. While there are no dangers in the approach, entry can be tricky in strong onshore winds. Once inside the marina, shelter is excellent.
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A tall belfry in the town of [[Piran]], situated on a headland two miles NW of the marina, is conspicuous from some distance off. The marina of [[Marina Portoroz]] lies at the S end of the town of Portoroz, which is easily identified by the numerous high rise hotels along the coast. The marina is situated in a low-lying area which formerly was used for salt pans. Access is via a narrow, 22 metre wide channel with depths of 3.5 metres. The channel is marked with wooden posts. While there are no dangers in the approach, entry can be tricky in strong onshore winds. Once inside the marina, the shelter is excellent.
==Entrance==
==Entrance==
Yachts must go to [[Piran]] first to check in before continuing to Portoroz.  
Yachts must go to [[Piran]] first to check in before continuing to Portoroz.  
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==Berthing==
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''See [[Marina Portoroz]] for berthing details''.  The marina can accommodate yachts up to 30 metres with maximum draft of 3.5 metres.
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Go to the marina.
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
* [[Marina Portoroz]]
* [[Marina Portoroz]]
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==Anchorages==
There are no really sheltered anchorages in the area, although anchoring in the bight immediately N of the marina is possible in settled weather.
There are no really sheltered anchorages in the area, although anchoring in the bight immediately N of the marina is possible in settled weather.
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==
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''See entry for [[Marina Portoroz]]''. 
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====
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|Water| In the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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''See entry for [[Marina Portoroz]]''. 
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|Electricity| In the [[Marina Portoroz]]}
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|Toilets| In the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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|Showers| In the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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|Laundry| In the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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|Garbage| Bins at the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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|Fuel| Fuel dock in the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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Portoroz is basically a beach resort and there is little of tourist interest other than beaches and a health spa (if mud baths and brine soaking turns you on).  However, the town is a good base for exploring the hinterland of Slovenia, with its world-famous Lippizaner stud at Lipice, impressive cave systems of Skocjan and Postojna and castle of Predjama.  It is also a short hop by shuttle bus to the lovely mediaeval town of [[Piran]], which is an essential visit.
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|Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Chandlers| In the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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<center style="clear: both;"><gallery caption="Gallery" widths="190px" heights="140px" perrow="2">
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Image:PortorozBeach.jpg|The beaches of Portoroz
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|Repairs| In the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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Image:SloveniaPiran.jpg|The beautiful mediaeval town of Piran
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|Internet| WiFi in the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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Image:Predjama.jpg|The spectacularly sited Predjama Castle
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|Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}}
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Image:Lippizaners.jpg|Lippizaners on show, Lipice Stud
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|Vehicle rentals| Several rental outlets in the town
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====Grocery & Supply Stores====
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==Provisioning==
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Good provisions shops in the town
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Good provisions shops in the town.
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Numerous bars and restaurants in the old town and in the marina.
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* Restaurant and café in the [[Marina Portoroz]]
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* Many bars and restaurants in the old town
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In the [[Marina Portoroz|marina]].
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====Laundry====
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In the  [[Marina Portoroz|marina]].
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Several rental outlets in the town.
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Bins at the  [[Marina Portoroz|marina]].
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* Shuttle buses to [[Piran]]
* Shuttle buses to [[Piran]]
* Small airport with some local and charter flights of 5 kilometres SSE
* Small airport with some local and charter flights of 5 kilometres SSE
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* Airport of [[Trieste]] in [[Italy]] 60 kilometers
* Airport of [[Trieste]] in [[Italy]] 60 kilometers
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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==Tourism==
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''See [[Slovenia#Popular_Routes.2FCruises|Slovenia]]''.
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Portoroz is basically a beach resort and there is little of tourist interest other than beaches and a health spa (if mud baths and brine soaking turns you on).However, the town is a good base for exploring the hinterland of Slovenia, with its world-famous Lippizaner stud at Lipice, impressive cave systems of Skocjan and Postojna and castle of Predjama. It is also a short hop by shuttle bus to the lovely mediaeval town of [[Piran]], which is an essential visit.
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{{himage|PortorozBeach.jpg|The beaches of Portoroz}}
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{{himage|SloveniaPiran.jpg|The beautiful mediaeval town of Piran}}
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{{himage|Predjama.jpg|The spectacularly sited Predjama Castle}}
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{{himage|Lippizaners.jpg|Lippizaners on show, Lipice Stud}}
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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==Links==
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* {{wikipedia|Portorož}}
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* [http://www.slovenia.info/en/Home.htm?home=0&lng=2 Official Slovenian tourism website]
* [http://www.slovenia.info/en/Home.htm?home=0&lng=2 Official Slovenian tourism website]
* [http://www.portoroz.si/EN/default.asp Municipal website]
* [http://www.portoroz.si/EN/default.asp Municipal website]
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''See [[Slovenia#References|Slovenia]]''.
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Portorož
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The beach resort of Portoroz

The resort of Portorož lies on the coast of Slovenia just over two miles SE of the small harbour of Piran and two miles N of the border with Croatia. Essentially Slovenia’s only major mass-market beach resort, the coastline is lined with modern, high-rise hotels and casinos and the town, while pleasant, has few of the attractions of the old Venetian harbours along the coast, such as Piran, Koper or even Izola. However, it is a good base for over-wintering or for leaving a yacht to explore the fascinating hinterland of Slovenia. Just S of the resort is the large marina of Marina Portoroz, which offers 650 berths for yachts up to 30 metres and draft up to 3.5 metres.

Charts

British Admiralty
1471
1426
Italian
924
Imray
M24

Weather

See Slovenia.

Passages

See Slovenia.

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

A tall belfry in the town of Piran, situated on a headland two miles NW of the marina, is conspicuous from some distance off. The marina of Marina Portoroz lies at the S end of the town of Portoroz, which is easily identified by the numerous high rise hotels along the coast. The marina is situated in a low-lying area which formerly was used for salt pans. Access is via a narrow, 22 metre wide channel with depths of 3.5 metres. The channel is marked with wooden posts. While there are no dangers in the approach, entry can be tricky in strong onshore winds. Once inside the marina, the shelter is excellent.

Entrance

Yachts must go to Piran first to check in before continuing to Portoroz.

Berthing

Go to the marina.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Anchorages

There are no really sheltered anchorages in the area, although anchoring in the bight immediately N of the marina is possible in settled weather.

Amenities

Facilities
Water In the Marina Portoroz
Electricity In the Marina Portoroz}
Toilets In the Marina Portoroz
Showers In the Marina Portoroz
Laundry In the Marina Portoroz
Garbage Bins at the Marina Portoroz
Supplies
Fuel Fuel dock in the Marina Portoroz
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers In the Marina Portoroz
Services
Repairs In the Marina Portoroz
Internet WiFi in the Marina Portoroz
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals Several rental outlets in the town

Provisioning

Good provisions shops in the town.

Eating out

  • Restaurant and café in the Marina Portoroz
  • Many bars and restaurants in the old town

Transportation

  • Shuttle buses to Piran
  • Small airport with some local and charter flights of 5 kilometres SSE
  • International airport of Ljubljana 130 kilometres
  • Airport of Trieste in Italy 60 kilometers

Tourism

Portoroz is basically a beach resort and there is little of tourist interest other than beaches and a health spa (if mud baths and brine soaking turns you on).However, the town is a good base for exploring the hinterland of Slovenia, with its world-famous Lippizaner stud at Lipice, impressive cave systems of Skocjan and Postojna and castle of Predjama. It is also a short hop by shuttle bus to the lovely mediaeval town of Piran, which is an essential visit.

The beaches of Portoroz
The beautiful mediaeval town of Piran
The spectacularly sited Predjama Castle
Lippizaners on show, Lipice Stud

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

References

See Slovenia.

Comments

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