Uvala Stobreč

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Stobrec, Croatia

Bay of Stobrec from NW - click for larger view
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	43°30.0′N, 16°31.74′E
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The small village and resort of Stobrec lies at the mouth of the river Zrnovnica on the Adriatic coast of Croatia four miles E of the harbour of Split and 10 miles NW of the small harbour of Omis. Built on a scenic peninsula during the Hellenic period, the town still bears some remains of its former Greek defensive walls. The town’s other claim to fame is as the location for the nearby discovery of a sarcophagus inscription dating from the 3rd century AD and recording the achievements of Lucius Artorius Castus, a Roman commander formerly based in Britain and, according to some sources, the inspiration for the legend of King Arthur. The bay of Stobrec offers a good anchorage except in strong southerlies and the bay itself is most attractive.

Charts

British Admiralty 2712

Croatian chart 100-21

Imray Nautical Chart M25

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

Local Weather

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, especially along the Velebitski channel. It tends to blow less strongly S of Zadar.

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.

Approach and Navigation

The bay of Stobrec is easily identified on the approach from the village houses clustered on the peninsula. A rough breakwater extends for a short distance on the W side of the bay. There are rocky ledges extending 50 metres off the peninsula, which should be given a generous clearance if approaching from W. The breakwater itself has some damaged sections extending underwater from the visible end and this should be given a clearance on the approach of at least 100 metres.

Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)

Stobrec is best regarded as a sheltered anchorage in the prevailing northerly winds. Anchor inside the breakwater in 4.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and mud. Shelter is good in most conditions except strong S/SE winds, when the whole bay is very uncomfortable. It may also be possible to go alongside the breakwater towards the root if there is space, but this should not be relied on. On the W and E sides of the bay there are small craft harbours with pontoons, but the depths here are too shallow for most yachts.

Offshore Islands and Groups

• Solta
• Brac

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Yacht Repairs and Services

None.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

None.

Tourism and Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Above the village on a hill are a few remains of the former Greek citadel, while a gate in the village is claimed to be only one of its kind preserved in the Adriatic. A replica of the sarcophagus inscription of Lucius Artorius Castus is set into a wall close to the neighbouring coastal village of Podstrana

Waterfront of Stobrec
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Replica of inscription from Lucius tomb where discovered
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Grocery & Supply Stores

• A few provisions shops in the village.

Eateries

• Several cafes and restaurants along the waterfront.

Internet/WiFi

From internet cafes.

Laundry

None.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

• None.

Garbage Disposal

Some bins in the village.

Transportation

• Buses to Split
• Ferries from Split to Rijeka, Dubrovnik and Ancona (Italy)
• International flights from Split airport (30 kms)

Routes/Passages To/From

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

Links to relevant websites.

• Dalmacija.net: [1]
• Croatia Tourist Board: [2]

For other useful websites, see Croatia.

References & Publications

See entry for Croatia.

Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:

• Data compiled from web research (please update if possible) --Athene of Lymington 18:11, 6 August 2011 (BST)

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