Povlja
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A quiet and pleasant anchorage is the centre of the inlet, where a yacht can lie in 6.0 - 8.0 metres with easy access to the shore. Holding is good in sand and mud. An alternative anchorages, which offers better shelter with any N winds, can be found at U. Luka, the westernmost inlet in the bay, two miles W of Povlja. See [[Brac]] Island page for details. | A quiet and pleasant anchorage is the centre of the inlet, where a yacht can lie in 6.0 - 8.0 metres with easy access to the shore. Holding is good in sand and mud. An alternative anchorages, which offers better shelter with any N winds, can be found at U. Luka, the westernmost inlet in the bay, two miles W of Povlja. See [[Brac]] Island page for details. | ||
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Povlja’s main attraction, apart from its location and setting, is the remains of a 5th - 6th century Christian basilica. Its octagonal baptistery with a cupola is the only one preserved in Croatia. It now forms part of the parish church, which also contains some partially preserved frescoes from the same period. The baptistery was converted into a church by the Benedictines in the 12th century and naves and chapels added during the 18th and 19th centuries. Parts of the mediaeval Benedictine monastery have also been preserved near the church. | Povlja’s main attraction, apart from its location and setting, is the remains of a 5th - 6th century Christian basilica. Its octagonal baptistery with a cupola is the only one preserved in Croatia. It now forms part of the parish church, which also contains some partially preserved frescoes from the same period. The baptistery was converted into a church by the Benedictines in the 12th century and naves and chapels added during the 18th and 19th centuries. Parts of the mediaeval Benedictine monastery have also been preserved near the church. | ||
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Revision as of 11:35, 15 December 2012
Povlja, Croatia
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The village and harbour of Povlja lie on the NE coast of the island of Brac in Croatia, in the easternmost cove of a wide, multi-branched inlet five miles W of the harbour of Baska Voda on the mainland. The inlet was evidently a popular anchorage during the Roman era, since numerous amphorae have been discovered on the sea bed. For cruising yachts the harbour offers a good sheltered berth in all but strong N winds, when there are alternative anchorages nearby which offer better protection.
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Charts
- British Admiralty
- 2712
- 1574
- Croatian charts
- MK18
- MK20
- Imray
- M26 (Split to Dubrovnik)
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.
The immediate approach to Povlja has no dangers. The inlet in which Povlja habour is situated is the easternmost of a series which a yacht will see on passing through the half mile wide entrance to the bay. The light structure on Rt Povlja, the headland at the E side of the bay, is a good landmark when approaching from any direction. The harbour lies at the top of this E inlet, half a mile from Rt. Povlja. Depths in the harbour range from 8.0 - 10 metres in the middle to 3.0 - 4.0 metres along the quay. Depths in the inner harbour shoal from 3.0 metres to a metre or less.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
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.
Berthing options
There are two options for yachts visiting Povlja harbour:
1. E. quay
The E quay extends for around 300 metres N from a short jetty on the eastern side of the inlet that separates the inner and outer harbours. Yachts can go alongside here wherever there is space. Fishing boats tend to use the northern end, so a position on the 100 metres or so N of the jetty is best. If the harbour is busy, anchor and go stern or bows-to the quay. Depths here are 3.0 metres and the holding is good in sand and mud. Shelter is good in all but N and NW winds.
2. Inner harbour jetty
The quays around the inner harbour are filled with small leisure craft on laid moorings, mostly in depths of little more than a metre. However, it is possible to go alongside or anchor moor stern or bows-to the S side of the jetty in depths of 3.0 metres. This position offers slightly better protection in northerly winds than the E quay.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
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A quiet and pleasant anchorage is the centre of the inlet, where a yacht can lie in 6.0 - 8.0 metres with easy access to the shore. Holding is good in sand and mud. An alternative anchorages, which offers better shelter with any N winds, can be found at U. Luka, the westernmost inlet in the bay, two miles W of Povlja. See Brac Island page for details.
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
No fuel berth. Water on the E quay. No electricity.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
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Povlja’s main attraction, apart from its location and setting, is the remains of a 5th - 6th century Christian basilica. Its octagonal baptistery with a cupola is the only one preserved in Croatia. It now forms part of the parish church, which also contains some partially preserved frescoes from the same period. The baptistery was converted into a church by the Benedictines in the 12th century and naves and chapels added during the 18th and 19th centuries. Parts of the mediaeval Benedictine monastery have also been preserved near the church.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Supermarket and butcher in the village.
Eateries
Several restaurants and café/bar ashore.
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Near the harbour.
Transport
- Twice daily ferries to Makarska on mainland.
- Buses to Supetar and other local destinations
Routes/Passages To/From
List 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
Also see Croatia.
References & Publications
See Croatia.
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:
- August 2005 --Athene of Lymington 17:27, 23 April 2012 (BST)
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