Starigrad-Paklenica
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The small harbour of Starigrad-Paklenica lies on the mainland coast of Croatia at the SE end of the Velebitski channel, near the entrance to the Paklenica National Park at the foot of the Velebit mountain range. A settlement since Roman times, the town’s main claim to fame today is as a base for exploring the spectacular gorges of the National Park just behind the town and for long-distance trekking into the Velebit mountain range to the NE. However, the harbour, like many along this coast, is quite open and does not offer good shelter. It is not a place to be in if there is any risk of a bora or, indeed, any fresh to strong winds from NW round to SW. In settled weather, however, it is a useful place to stop for a visit to the National Park.
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
Starigrad-Paklenica is approached from NW, either via the Velebitski channel having passed around the northern end of the island of Pag or, if approaching from S, through the narrow but deep channel of Ljubacka Vrata at the SE end of Pag island. A bridge crosses the latter channel, connecting Pag with the mainland, and has an air clearance of 35 metres. There are no dangers in the approach to the harbour itself. Shelter is no better than reasonable in moderate winds from NE round to E but poor in all other conditions. The harbour is untenable in strong winds from NW and W.
Berthing
Starigrad Harbour
Starigrad Harbour [[Starigrad-Paklenica#Starigrad Harbour|Starigrad Harbour]] 44°17.686'N, 015°26.243'E Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
There is no suitable sheltered anchorage off Starigrad.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | N/A (Not Available) |
| Electricity | N/A |
| Toilets | N/A |
| Showers | N/A |
| Laundry | N/A |
| Garbage | Bins near the harbour |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel from garage on the main road E of the harebour |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | N/A |
| Internet | N/A |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | N/A |
Provisioning
Two supermarkets and other provisions shops in the town.
Eating out
Several bars and restaurants in the town.
Transportation
Tourism
Places to Visit
Most people come to Starigrad to visit the twin gorges of the Paklenica National Park which are a 20 minute walk from the harbour. The larger of the two gorges, Velika Paklenica, leads up into the foothills of the Velebit mountain range and offers some of the most spectacular scenery in Croatia.
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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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Starigrad-Paklenica and this page's details validated:
- July 2005 --Athene of Lymington 16:41, 21 July 2011 (BST)
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