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| summary=The harbour of [[Postira]] or Postire lies on the N coast of the island of [[Brač]] in [[Croatia]], three miles E of the ferry port of [[Supetar]].   
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The harbour of Postira or Postire lies on the N coast of the island of [[Brac]] in [[Croatia]], three miles E of the ferry port of [[Supetar]].  It is a pleasant stop when cruising the N coast of the island in settled weather, and protection here is better following the construction of a new W breakwater and yacht quay on the W side of the harbour.  However, but the harbour still becomes uncomfortable in fresh to strong winds from NW and N, from which it offers only partial shelter.
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==Local Weather==
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It is a pleasant stop when cruising the N coast of the island in settled weather, and protection here is better following the construction of a new W breakwater and yacht quay on the W side of the harbour.  However, but the harbour still becomes uncomfortable in fresh to strong winds from NW and N, from which it offers only partial shelter.
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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.
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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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==Charts==
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''See [[Central Dalmatia#Charts|Central Dalmatia]]''.
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''For sources of weather forecasting, see [[Croatia#Sources of weather forecast info|Croatia]]''.
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==Weather==
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''See [[Croatia#Weather|Croatia]]''.
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==Charts==
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==Passages==
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; British Admiralty
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''See [[Croatia#Passages|Croatia]]''.
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: 2712
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: M26 (Split to Dubrovnik)
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==Radio Nets==
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==Communication==
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{{Green|Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}}
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
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==Approach and Navigation==
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==Navigation==
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The immediate approach to Postira is free of dangers. The end of the breakwater is marked with a white light tower with a conspicuous domed red top.  Depths in the harbour are around 5.0 - 6.0 metres and on the new yacht quay 4.0 metres. Shelter is good in most conditions, but poor with any winds from NW or N. It is probably untenable in a strong bora.
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The immediate approach to [[Postira]] is free of dangers. The end of the breakwater is marked with a white light tower with a conspicuous domed red top.  Depths in the harbour are around 5.0 - 6.0 metres and on the new yacht quay 4.0 metres. The shelter is good in most conditions, but poor with any winds from NW or N. It is probably untenable in a strong bora.
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==
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==Entrance==
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[[Split]] is the nearest all-year round port of entry. During the summer, [[Hvar]], [[Vis]] and, if arriving from N, [[Primosten]] on the mainland are also ports of entry.
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[[Split]] is the nearest all-year round port of entry. During the summer, [[Hvar]], [[Vis]] and, if arriving from N, [[Primošten]] on the mainland also have ports of entry.
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==Berthing Options==
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==Berthing==
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{{Image right| PostireYachtQuay.jpg| Yachts now moor on the new yacht quay - ''Click for larger view''}}
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Visiting yachts now berth as directed stern or bows-to on laid moorings on the new yacht quay on the W side of the harbour. Harbour staff will help with mooring. The quay here is of substantial construction, with strong stainless steel bollards and moorings for 21 yachts, most of which are supplied with two mooring lines. Depths at the quay are 4.0 metres along its whole length. The quay is sheltered by a new W breakwater, which offers reasonable protection from N and NW, although some swell still creeps in.
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| text= Visiting yachts now berth as directed stern or bows-to on laid moorings on the new yacht quay on the W side of the harbour. Harbour staff will help with mooring. The quay here is of substantial construction, with strong stainless steel bollards and moorings for 21 yachts, most of which are supplied with two mooring lines. Depths at the quay are 4.0 metres along its whole length. The quay is sheltered by a new W breakwater, which offers reasonable protection from N and NW, although some swell still creeps in.
Alternatively, and if all mooring lines are taken, a yacht may be directed to lie alongside the inner side of the W breakwater, where there is space for 2-3 yachts (if the fishing boats are not occupying them).
Alternatively, and if all mooring lines are taken, a yacht may be directed to lie alongside the inner side of the W breakwater, where there is space for 2-3 yachts (if the fishing boats are not occupying them).
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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None.
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===Anchorages===
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==Anchorages==
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Anchoring in the harbour is forbidden in view of the numerous mooring buoys. It is also no longer allowed in the bay W of the harbour.  ''See [[Brac]] island page for alternative anchorages''.
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Anchoring in the harbour is '''forbidden''' in view of the numerous mooring buoys. It is also no longer allowed in the bay W of the harbour.  
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==
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''See [[Brac#Anchorages|Brac Anchorages]] island page for alternatives''.
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None.
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====
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==Amenities==
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No fuel berth.  No water or electricity (although planned)..
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==Things to do Ashore==
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====Tourism====
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{{Image right| PostireBeach.jpg| The smart new man-made beach at Postire - ''Click for larger view''}}
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Postira is basically a working town with only a modest amount of tourism.  For some people, that constitutes its main charm.  However, tourism is looking up with the creation of a smart new bathing area on the NE side of the harbour.
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|Water| N/A (Not Available), although planned
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|Electricity| N/A, although planned
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|Toilets| N/A
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|Showers|N/A
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|Laundry| N/A
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|Garbage| Near the waterfront
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Supermarket, butcher and fruit and vegetable market in the town.
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Several restaurants and café/bars ashore.  
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|Chandlers| None
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|Internet| WiFi in {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Mobile connectivity| {{Green|Is there mobile telephone signal such as G4, G3, GPRS on the island? How strong is the signal? Are there any blind spots?}}
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|Vehicle rentals| N/A
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==Provisioning==
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= In the town |text=Supermarket, butcher and fruit and vegetable market.}}
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==Eating out==
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Near the harbour.
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* The town
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===Transport===
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==Transportation==
Buses to [[Supetar]] and other local destinations
Buses to [[Supetar]] and other local destinations
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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==Tourism==
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''See [[Croatia#Popular_Routes.2FCruises|Croatia]]''.
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{{Image right| PostireBeach.jpg| The smart new man-made beach at Postire}}
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==Cruiser's Friends==
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[[Postira]] is basically a working town with only a modest amount of tourism. For some people, that constitutes its main charm. However, tourism is looking up with the creation of a smart new bathing area on the NE side of the harbour.
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Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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==Forum Discussions==
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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==External Links==
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==Links==
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* [http://www.bracinfo.com/ Brac Tourism]
* [http://www.bracinfo.com/ Brac Tourism]
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For other useful websites, ''see [[Croatia#Links|Croatia]]''.
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==References==
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''See [[Croatia#References & Publications|Croatia]]''.
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''See [[Croatia#References|Croatia]]''.
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==Personal Notes==
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{{Comments}}
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Personal experiences?
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* Postira is much improved with the construction of the new yacht quay, but it is still not a good place to be in strong N or NW winds.  --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]]
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Latest revision as of 17:57, 14 April 2019

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Postira
43°22.629'N, 016°37.597'E Chart icon.png
lat=43.37715 | lon=16.62661 | zoom=16 | y
PostiraBay.jpg
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Yachts moored in Postira bay

The harbour of Postira or Postire lies on the N coast of the island of Brač in Croatia, three miles E of the ferry port of Supetar.

It is a pleasant stop when cruising the N coast of the island in settled weather, and protection here is better following the construction of a new W breakwater and yacht quay on the W side of the harbour. However, but the harbour still becomes uncomfortable in fresh to strong winds from NW and N, from which it offers only partial shelter.

Charts

See Central Dalmatia.

Weather

See Croatia.

Passages

See Croatia.

Communication

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

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Navigation

The immediate approach to Postira is free of dangers. The end of the breakwater is marked with a white light tower with a conspicuous domed red top. Depths in the harbour are around 5.0 - 6.0 metres and on the new yacht quay 4.0 metres. The shelter is good in most conditions, but poor with any winds from NW or N. It is probably untenable in a strong bora.

Entrance

Split is the nearest all-year round port of entry. During the summer, Hvar, Vis and, if arriving from N, Primošten on the mainland also have ports of entry.

Berthing

Yachts now moor on the new yacht quay

Postira Quay

Postira Quay/wiki/Postira#Postira_Quay
Harbour icon Postira Quay [[Postira#Postira Quay|Postira Quay]] 43°22.629'N, 016°37.597'E

Visiting yachts now berth as directed stern or bows-to on laid moorings on the new yacht quay on the W side of the harbour. Harbour staff will help with mooring. The quay here is of substantial construction, with strong stainless steel bollards and moorings for 21 yachts, most of which are supplied with two mooring lines. Depths at the quay are 4.0 metres along its whole length. The quay is sheltered by a new W breakwater, which offers reasonable protection from N and NW, although some swell still creeps in.

Alternatively, and if all mooring lines are taken, a yacht may be directed to lie alongside the inner side of the W breakwater, where there is space for 2-3 yachts (if the fishing boats are not occupying them).

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

Anchoring in the harbour is forbidden in view of the numerous mooring buoys. It is also no longer allowed in the bay W of the harbour.

See Brac Anchorages island page for alternatives.

Amenities

Facilities
Water N/A (Not Available), although planned
Electricity N/A, although planned
Toilets N/A
Showers N/A
Laundry N/A
Garbage Near the waterfront
Supplies
Fuel N/A
Bottled gas None
Chandlers None
Services
Repairs None
Internet WiFi in ?
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 N/A
Health

Provisioning

In the town/wiki/Postira#In_the_townProvisions icon In the town [[Postira#In the town|In the town]] Supermarket, butcher and fruit and vegetable market.

Eating out

  • The town
 /wiki/Postira#.26nbsp.3BEatingout icon   [[Postira# | ]] Restaurants and café/bars ashore.

Transportation

Buses to Supetar and other local destinations

Tourism

The smart new man-made beach at Postire

Postira is basically a working town with only a modest amount of tourism. For some people, that constitutes its main charm. However, tourism is looking up with the creation of a smart new bathing area on the NE side of the harbour.

Links

For other useful websites, see Croatia.

References

See Croatia.

Comments

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