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About Primorje-Gorski Kotar County

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent pebbly beaches of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

General information

The coastline of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is deeply indented, it looks like a constant struggle of sea and land for dominance, the latter yielding or pushing back the sea rival, forming innumerable bays, inlets and peninsulas of various shapes and sizes with numerous beaches. Many of them have such an important feature, like a natural shadow. This is far from uncommon here.

One of the interesting features of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is that most of its beaches are located away from the city's bustle, and many offer unforgettable views and magnificent seascapes. Maybe this This may not be the main factor determining the choice, but you must agree that getting a tan against an amazing landscape is much more pleasant!

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Rab island

48 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Krk island

96 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Losinj island

37 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Cres island

68 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Susak island

1 beach
Good for Kayaking • Good for Snorkeling • Good for Sup surfing

Moscenicka Draga

12 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Unije island

1 beach
Good for Relax • Pebbles • Shore shape - bay

Moscenice

13 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Opatija

24 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Medveja

18 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Punta

18 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Sibinj Krmpotski

18 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Lovran

22 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Stara Baska

24 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Rovini

16 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Icici

20 beaches
Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Ika

20 beaches
Picturesque • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Baska

22 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Smokvica Krmpotska

13 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Brsec

14 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Vrbnik

37 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Novi Vinodolski

44 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Punat

39 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Misnjak

32 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Ruzici

45 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Macolici

51 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

18 beaches
Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking • Kite or windsurfing

Volosko

18 beaches
Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking • Kite or windsurfing

Barcici

50 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Kampor

50 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Povile

16 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Zurkovo

14 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Rozici

15 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Gulici

44 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Dumici

43 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Gonar

43 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Lopar

43 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Turan

19 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

Barbat na Rabu

37 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Lubenice

19 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Pende

45 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Rab

61 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Martinscica

15 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Vrh Martinscice

15 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Kuparici

47 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Matusani

53 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Valun

18 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Kastel

42 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Secluded relax

Risika

64 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Unije

3 beaches
Picturesque • Secluded relax • Wild beach
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Primorje-Gorski Kotar County Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Skrila beach  

Stara Baska 1.3 km

Very good

8.8
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • White fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Small open area • Crowded in season
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Vrbnik beach  

Vrbnik 0.3 km

Very good

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Crowded in season • Distant parking
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Oprna Bay beach  

Stara Baska 2.3 km

Very good

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Crowded in season • Distant parking
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Good for Relax

Medveja beach  

Medveja 0.2 km

Very good

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
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Good for Relax

Pogled na Cres's beach  

Grabrovica 1.5 km

Very good

8.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Light fine pebble • Access by boat • No parking
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Good for Relax

Vela beach  

Baska 0.6 km

Very good

8.6
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
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Popular types of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County beaches

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 315 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County.

For pet lovers, and even more so for dog owners, the first question always arises whether it is possible to take your pet to the beach since entry with it, in most cases, can be prohibited.

Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is an exception in this case, since on average there are more pet-friendly beaches than nearby region. According to our data there are 30 beaches which have guaranteed access with pets, a full list of beaches can be found on this page. So you will be sure that you and your pet will have a great time under the gentle sun.

Good news for those who like to merge with nature completely. Primorje-Gorski Kotar County offers 8 naturist (FKK) beaches , some of which are located in very secluded places. Such pearls can only be found by an advanced traveler, so for your confident navigation, we have prepared a list of them. Remember sunscreen, since most of beaches are completely natural, there is no infrastructure for several kilometers around.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is pebble of bright color.
  • Since many beaches are pebbly, we recommend taking special shoes with you to avoid discomfort during your vacation.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 242.
  • Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 69 beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is less than 500 meters. 215 beaches are relatively easy to access, 38 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 57 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Hundreds of beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all sup boarders, kayakers, snorkeling lovers.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

  • SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is the perfect place for you. More than 81 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
  • Snorkeling. For admirers of the inner beauty of coastal waters, it is essential to know that about 298 beaches in Croatia that are popular with snorkelers, of which 56 beaches are in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County. According to our users, the best locations are: Oprna Bay, Medveja beach, Beli beach.
  • Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 63 beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Vrbnik beach, Oprna Bay.

For campers, important information is the availability of campsites in the region. There are such places near the 37 beaches of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County. 14 of them are a kind of wild camp, formed spontaneously by lovers of this type of recreation and did not have an infrastructure. 23 of them are official campsites, with all the necessary (showers, toilets, shops, cafes).

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Please note that lifeguards supervise 49 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 30.5°C and water up to 26.9°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 7.7°C and water to 11.3°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County? In total there are 315 beaches and the most popular is Skrila beach.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 315 beaches in total, of which about 25 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County?

Most of the beaches located in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County?

How to find uncrowded beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County by occupancy.

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If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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