Prvić
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Prvić is an island which lies off the mainland coast of Croatia, barely three miles W of the port of Sibenik. The islands of Tijat and Zlarin lie immediately W and SE respectively. Although Prvic has a total area of under a square mile, the island supports a population of around 450 - a surprising population for an island of its size.
Most of the inhabitants live in the two settlements of Prvić Luka on the S side of the island and Šepurine on the W side. Apart from some olive oil and wine production (as well as fishing) , the overwhelming source of revenue for the island is tourism.
Like many of the smaller Croatian islands, Prvić is traffic-free. There are no cars on the whole island, except a fire truck. Instead, there are a few tractors and plenty of bicycles.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 2711
- 2774
- 2773
- Croatian charts
- MK15
- Imray
- M24
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.
Islands
Communication
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Berthing
The main berthing options on the island are the two harbours of Prvić Luka and Šepurine and the anchorage of U. Kobila. See below for details.
Ports
- Prvić Luka |
– harbour | - Šepurine | – harbour |
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
U. Kobila
The anchorage of U. Kobila lies 500 metres S of the harbour of Sepurine, inside the headland of Rt. Kobila, and offers reasonable shelter with moderate winds from E or S but is completely open with anything N or W in the wind. It is also quite shallow and it is necessary to anchor some way out to find good depths.
Anchor in 4.0 - 5.0 metres about 100 metres offshore. The holding is good in sand and weed. The anchorage should only be used in settled weather.Facilities
Water
Prvić Luka on the jetty
Electricity
Prvić Luka on the jetty
Toilets
On the quay in Prvić Luka
Showers
On the quay in Prvić Luka
Laundry
None.
Garbage
Near the harbour in Prvić Luka and Šepurine.
Supplies
Fuel
No fuel.
Bottled gas
None.
Chandlers
None.
Services
Repairs
None.
Internet
In some cafes in Prvić Luka.
Mobile connectivity
Fair
Vehicle Rentals
None.
Provisioning
- Grocery shops, butcher and other provisions shops in Prvić Luka and Šepurine
- Fruit and vegetable markets in Prvić Luka and Šepurine
- Fish market in Šepurine
Transportation
Ferries to Sibenik and Vodice.
Eating out
Several restaurants and café/bars ashore in the both villages
Tourism
Both Prvić Luka and Šepurine have some attractive mansions built by the Šibenik aristocracy from the 16th century onwards. In Šepurine, the 17th century church of St. Rok has an impressive Baroque altar.
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
- Prvic island website
- Sibenik area tourism
- List of all Croatian marinas
- List of government-owned ACI marinas
- Croatian National Tourist Board
- Find Croatia travel guide
- Wikipedia - Croatia
References & Publications
See Croatia.
Comments
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Date of member's last visit to Prvić and this page's details validated:
- July 2016 --Athene of Lymington
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