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== Rijeka, Croatia ==
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[[Image:Rijeka.jpg|345px|thumb|right|'''Harbour of Rijeka'''<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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| summary= The busy commercial port of '''Rijeka''' lies at the head of the Gulf of Kvarner on the eastern side of the Istrian peninsula in [[Croatia]], around 12 miles NNE of the island of [[Cres]] and nine miles NW of the island of [[Krk]].  An important harbour for nearly 450 years under the Austro-Hungarian empire, during which industries such as shipbuilding, paper mills and oil refining sprang up in the town, Rijeka came under Italian control from 1919 onwards following the end of the Great War, a situation formally recognized in 1924 with the signing of the Treaty of Rome.  The area was subsequently seized by the Nazis after the Italian surrender in 1943, after which it was heavily bombed by the Allies in an attempt to neutralize its oil refining and shipbuilding operations.  In 1947 Rijeka was formally ceded to the new Republic of Yugoslavia and nine in ten of the Italian-speaking population went into exile rather than accept life under Communist rule.  Today the harbour is Croatia’s busiest, with a container port, shipping lines, oil tankers and ferries operating from its four commercial harbour facilities.  Although a port of entry, however, yachts are not encouraged in Rijeka and facilities in the one harbour where they are briefly tolerated for the purpose of clearing in, Gradska Luka, are very basic.
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The busy commercial port of Rijeka lies at the head of the Gulf of Kvarner on the eastern side of the Istrian peninsula in [[Croatia]], around 12 miles NNE of the island of [[Cres]] and nine miles NW of the island of [[Krk]].  An important harbour for nearly 450 years under the Austro-Hungarian empire, during which industries such as shipbuilding, paper mills and oil refining sprang up in the town, Rijeka came under Italian control from 1919 onwards following the end of the Great War, a situation formally recognized in 1924 with the signing of the Treaty of Rome.  The area was subsequently seized by the Nazis after the Italian surrender in 1943, after which it was heavily bombed by the Allies in an attempt to neutralize its oil refining and shipbuilding operations.  In 1947 Rijeka was formally ceded to the new Republic of Yugoslavia and nine in ten of the Italian-speaking population went into exile rather than accept life under Communist rule.  Today the harbour is Croatia’s busiest, with a container port, shipping lines, oil tankers and ferries operating from its four commercial harbour facilities.  Although a port of entry, however, yachts are not encouraged in Rijeka and facilities in the one harbour where they are briefly tolerated for the purpose of clearing in, Gradska Luka, are very basic.
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==Charts==
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''See [[Kvarner Gulf#Charts|Kvarner Gulf]]''.
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==Local Weather==
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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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''See [[Croatia#Weather|Croatia]]''.
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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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==Passages==
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''See [[Croatia#Passages|Croatia]]''.
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''For sources of weather forecasting, see [[Croatia#Sources_of_weather_forecast_info|Croatia]]''.
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==Islands==
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* [[Cres]]
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* [[Losinj]]
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* [[Krk]]
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==Charts==
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==Communication==
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; British Admiralty
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; Croatian charts
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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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[[Image:GradskaLuka.jpg|345px|thumb|right|'''Plan of Gradska Luka, Rijeka'''<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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{{Image right|GradskaLuka.jpg |Plan of Gradska Luka, Rijeka }}
There are no dangers in the approach to Rijeka, although a careful watch should be kept for commercial traffic entering or leaving the main harbour of Gradska Luka.  The long breakwater of Gradska Luka, extending for over a kilometer in an E-W direction from the shore, is usually clearly identifiable from the commercial ships tied up alongside.  A tall lighthouse, painted in white alternating bands of black, stands on the shore due N of the entrance to the harbour, which is at the extreme western end of the breakwater.  Yachts are discouraged, but may moor at the eastern end of Gradska Luka for the purpose of clearing in.
There are no dangers in the approach to Rijeka, although a careful watch should be kept for commercial traffic entering or leaving the main harbour of Gradska Luka.  The long breakwater of Gradska Luka, extending for over a kilometer in an E-W direction from the shore, is usually clearly identifiable from the commercial ships tied up alongside.  A tall lighthouse, painted in white alternating bands of black, stands on the shore due N of the entrance to the harbour, which is at the extreme western end of the breakwater.  Yachts are discouraged, but may moor at the eastern end of Gradska Luka for the purpose of clearing in.
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==
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==Entrance==
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The Rijeka harbourmaster’s office is on the eastern side of the basin of Gradska Luka.  The customs office is nearby. Tie up alongside wherever there is space, clear of the commercial vessels and fishing boats.  Shelter here is good in most conditions, although strong westerlies create an uncomfortable chop in the harbour.
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[[{{PAGENAME}}]] is a port of entry/exit for Croatia. For details ''see [[Croatia#Entrance|Entrance: Croatia]]''.
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The Rijeka harbourmaster’s office is on the eastern side of the basin of Gradska Luka.  The customs office is nearby.  
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==Berthing==
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| text= Tie up alongside wherever there is space, clear of the commercial vessels and fishing boats.  Shelter here is good in most conditions, although strong westerlies create an uncomfortable chop in the harbour.
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: {{email|XX@XXX}}; Tel: {{phone|385|51| 211 422}}; Fax: {{fax|385|51|211 537}}; VHF channels 10, 16, & 70
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==Berthing Options==
 
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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===Anchorages===
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==Anchorages==
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There are several bays around the Gulf of Kvarner between [[Opatija]] and [[Rijeka]] where a yacht may anchor in settled weather, but a yacht is advised to seek shelter in the marinas in [[Opatija]] or [[Cres]] in unsettled conditions.
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There are several bays around the Gulf of Kvarner between [[Opatija]] and [[Rijeka]] where a yacht may anchor in settled weather, but in unsettled conditions a yacht is advised to seek shelter in the marinas in [[Opatija]] or [[Cres]].
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==
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==Amenities==
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* [[Cres]]
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|Electricity| N/A
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|Garbage| Some bins around the harbour
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Nearest fuel dock in the harbour of [[Opatija]] at [[image:World_icon.png]]  {{Coord|45|20.22|N|14|18.6|E|}}.  No water or electricity in Gradska Luka.
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|Fuel| Nearest fuel dock in the harbour of {{mark|type=fuel|name=[[Opatija]] |45|20.22|N|14|18.6|E|}}.
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[[Image:TrsatCastle.jpg|345px|thumb|right|'''The mediaeval castle of Trsat'''<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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There is little of tourist interest in Rijeka, since sadly much of the finest architecture was flattened during World War II.  The unusual circular 17th century cathedral of St Vitus is worth a visit if you are here, but there are much better ones elsewhere in [[Croatia]], e.g [[Porec]] and [[Sibenik]].  Another unusual attraction that will probably appeal to those with an interest in military history is a torpedo factory where, during the days of Austro-Hungarian rule, the first naval torpedo was tested in 1866.  Lovers of exercise will appreciate the climb to the top of the hill of Trsat which overlooks the town, where there is a restored mediaeval castle as well as the important church of Our Lady of Trsat and a nearby Franciscan monastery.
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* Numerous provisions shops in the town.
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* Numerous bars and restaurants in the town.
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Numerous provisions shops in the town.
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Numerous bars and restaurants in the town.
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* Airport on the island of [[Krk]] (30 km)
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* Regular buses to Zagreb
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* Domestic and international trains to Zagreb, [[Trieste]], Ljubljana, Vienna, Munich and Salzburg
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Rental outlets in the town.
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Some bins around the harbour.
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{{Image right|TrsatCastle.jpg |The mediaeval castle of Trsat  }}
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There is little of tourist interest in Rijeka, since sadly much of the finest architecture was flattened during World War II.  The unusual circular 17th century cathedral of St Vitus is worth a visit if you are here, but there are much better ones elsewhere in [[Croatia]], e.g [[Porec]] and [[Sibenik]].  Another unusual attraction that will probably appeal to those with an interest in military history is a torpedo factory where, during the days of Austro-Hungarian rule, the first naval torpedo was tested in 1866.  Lovers of exercise will appreciate the climb to the top of the hill of Trsat which overlooks the town, where there is a restored mediaeval castle as well as the important church of Our Lady of Trsat and a nearby Franciscan monastery.
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It's worth a walk along the main pedestrian street, Kozo. There is also a quite remarkable building of the National Theatre (Hrvatsko narodno kazalište) and 3 buildings of the covered market nearby.
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* Airport on the island of [[Krk]] (30 kms)
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* Domestic and international trains to Zagreb, [[Trieste]], Ljubljana, Vienna, Munich and Salzburg.
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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A short bus ride to [[Opatija]] is worth an effort. Get off at [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volosko Volosko] and have a walk towards Opatija along the coastal promenade (obalno šetalište Franje Josipa I).
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==Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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==Forums==
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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WorldMediterraneanAdriatic SeaCroatiaKvarner GulfRijeka
Rijeka
Port of Entry
45°19.700'N, 014°25.400'E Chart icon.png
lat=45.32833 | lon=14.42333 | zoom=13 | y

The busy commercial port of Rijeka lies at the head of the Gulf of Kvarner on the eastern side of the Istrian peninsula in Croatia, around 12 miles NNE of the island of Cres and nine miles NW of the island of Krk. An important harbour for nearly 450 years under the Austro-Hungarian empire, during which industries such as shipbuilding, paper mills and oil refining sprang up in the town, Rijeka came under Italian control from 1919 onwards following the end of the Great War, a situation formally recognized in 1924 with the signing of the Treaty of Rome. The area was subsequently seized by the Nazis after the Italian surrender in 1943, after which it was heavily bombed by the Allies in an attempt to neutralize its oil refining and shipbuilding operations. In 1947 Rijeka was formally ceded to the new Republic of Yugoslavia and nine in ten of the Italian-speaking population went into exile rather than accept life under Communist rule. Today the harbour is Croatia’s busiest, with a container port, shipping lines, oil tankers and ferries operating from its four commercial harbour facilities. Although a port of entry, however, yachts are not encouraged in Rijeka and facilities in the one harbour where they are briefly tolerated for the purpose of clearing in, Gradska Luka, are very basic.

Charts

See Kvarner Gulf.

Weather

See Croatia.

Passages

See Croatia.

Islands

Communication

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

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Navigation

Plan of Gradska Luka, Rijeka

There are no dangers in the approach to Rijeka, although a careful watch should be kept for commercial traffic entering or leaving the main harbour of Gradska Luka. The long breakwater of Gradska Luka, extending for over a kilometer in an E-W direction from the shore, is usually clearly identifiable from the commercial ships tied up alongside. A tall lighthouse, painted in white alternating bands of black, stands on the shore due N of the entrance to the harbour, which is at the extreme western end of the breakwater. Yachts are discouraged, but may moor at the eastern end of Gradska Luka for the purpose of clearing in.

Entrance

Rijeka is a port of entry/exit for Croatia. For details see Entrance: Croatia.

The Rijeka harbourmaster’s office is on the eastern side of the basin of Gradska Luka. The customs office is nearby.

Berthing

Harbour of Rijeka

Rijeka Harbour

Rijeka Harbour/wiki/Rijeka#Rijeka_Harbour
Harbour icon Rijeka Harbour [[Rijeka#Rijeka Harbour|Rijeka Harbour]] 45°19.700'N, 014°25.400'E

Tie up alongside wherever there is space, clear of the commercial vessels and fishing boats. Shelter here is good in most conditions, although strong westerlies create an uncomfortable chop in the harbour.

XX@XXX; Tel: +385 (51) 211 422; Fax: +385 (51) 211 537; VHF channels 10, 16, & 70

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

There are several bays around the Gulf of Kvarner between Opatija and Rijeka where a yacht may anchor in settled weather, but in unsettled conditions a yacht is advised to seek shelter in the marinas in Opatija or Cres.

Amenities

Facilities
Water N/A (Not Available)
Electricity N/A
Toilets N/A
Showers N/A
Laundry N/A
Garbage Some bins around the harbour
Supplies
Fuel Nearest fuel dock in the harbour of Opatija/wiki/Rijeka#.5B.5BOpatija.5D.5DFuel icon Opatija [[Rijeka#Opatija|Opatija]] 45°20.22′N, 14°18.6′E .
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers None
Services
Repairs None
Internet N/A
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals Rental outlets in the town

Provisioning

Numerous provisions shops in the town.

Eating out

Numerous bars and restaurants in the town.

Transportation

  • Airport on the island of Krk (30 km)
  • Regular buses to Zagreb
  • Domestic and international trains to Zagreb, Trieste, Ljubljana, Vienna, Munich and Salzburg

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

History

Give a short history of the port.

Places to Visit

The mediaeval castle of Trsat

There is little of tourist interest in Rijeka, since sadly much of the finest architecture was flattened during World War II. The unusual circular 17th century cathedral of St Vitus is worth a visit if you are here, but there are much better ones elsewhere in Croatia, e.g Porec and Sibenik. Another unusual attraction that will probably appeal to those with an interest in military history is a torpedo factory where, during the days of Austro-Hungarian rule, the first naval torpedo was tested in 1866. Lovers of exercise will appreciate the climb to the top of the hill of Trsat which overlooks the town, where there is a restored mediaeval castle as well as the important church of Our Lady of Trsat and a nearby Franciscan monastery.

It's worth a walk along the main pedestrian street, Kozo. There is also a quite remarkable building of the National Theatre (Hrvatsko narodno kazalište) and 3 buildings of the covered market nearby.

A short bus ride to Opatija is worth an effort. Get off at Volosko and have a walk towards Opatija along the coastal promenade (obalno šetalište Franje Josipa I).

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

For other useful websites, see Croatia.

References

See Croatia.

Comments

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