Prigradica

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The small harbour of Prigradica lies on the N coast of the island of Korcula in Croatia, around 10 miles E of the islet of Proizd at the extreme W tip. The village is not especially picturesque and is consequently less frequented by visiting yachts than other harbours on the island. It can also get rather choppy in the harbour with the usual afternoon sea breezes, which tend to blow from NW in this area. However, in settled weather it offers a useful overnight stop off along this coast. Shelter is good in winds from W through S to E but the bay is exposed with anything N in the wind.

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

2712

1574

Croatian charts

MK21

MK22

Imray

M26 (Split to Dubrovnik)

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

There are no dangers in the immediate approach to Prigradica from W. However, in the approach from E, note that there is a series of rocky islets extending almost two miles along the coast and an offing of at least half a mile is advised. The bay of Prigradica is protected from N by a long breakwater extending from the E side of the bay with a red light structure on the end.

Entrance

Korcula Town is the nearest year-round port of entry.

Berthing Options

The best berthing option for a visiting yacht is to go alongside or stern or bows-to using the anchor on the jetty on the E side of the bay. The outer part is supplied with nasty black rubber fenders for larger vessels to lie alongside, so it is best to moor on the half closer to the root if possible. Depths here are 7.0 - 8.0 metres and the holding is good in sand and weed. Alternatively, go alongside the quay on the E side of the harbour or stern/bows-to using the anchor. Depths alongside are 6.0 - 7.0 metres. Part of the quay towards the village is buoyed off in the summer as a water polo area. There are no facilities on the jetty or the quay. Shelter in the harbour is good in winds from W through S to E but the bay is exposed with anything N in the wind.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

None. Anchoring is not permitted in the bay.

Yacht Repairs and Services

None.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

None.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

The village is pleasant and a nice place to ‘chill out’ rather than a must-see destination.

Grocery & Supply Stores

One small provisions shop in the village.

Eateries

Restaurant and café/bar (summer only) in the village.

Internet/WiFi

None.

Laundry

None.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

None.

Garbage Disposal

Bins near the harbour.

Transport

• Local buses to Korcula Town.

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)

• Croatia Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum

Links

• Korcula Tourism website

Also see Croatia.

References & Publications

See Croatia.

Comments

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Date of member's last visit to Prigradica and this page's details validated:

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

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