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The first thing you need to know
about Istria beaches is that they range from pebbly
to stony to rocky. There are very, very few sandy beaches in
Istria. Not that the Istrian
coastline is without its attractions! The water is clean and there are
some great scuba diving possibilities.
Also, the indented nature of the coastline means that you can curl up
in your own rocky little cove. The privacy afforded by Istria's coves
is one reason why the Istrian coastline has become a magnet for naturists. If
you absolutely must have a wide, sandy beach, consider heading to Baska on nearby Krk Island or travel
further south and hit the Dalmatian coast.
But should you decide to stay put, here's a rundown of the best
beaches in Istria:
- Kamenjak
This peninsula at the tip of Istria and south of Pula is an unspoiled
coil of rocky beaches and pastures. Protected from development, it's
a wonderful place to get away from it all. Watch out for the currents
though! The winds make it great for windsurfing.
- Premantura
Pula locals drive the 10km down to this peninsula to
get away from town. There are little bars tucked away in the bushes
and Debeljak, a sandy beach.
- Maslinica
Many hotels and resorts have been built around this large, pebbly
beach near Rabac. It's a nice shallow beach; good for families.
- Red Island (Crveni Otok)
On the outskirts of Rovinj and easily reachable by boat
shuttle, this rocky, brush-covered little island is riddled with pebbly
little coves. It's actually two connected islands. The one furthest
away is Maskin island, entirely devoted to naturism.
- Lone Bay
Just a short walk from the town centre of Rovinj, this pebble
beach is part of the Zlatni Rt park. It's a narrow beach but safe for
kids.
- Katoro & Polynesia beaches
These are the town beaches of nearby Umag and are mostly rocks
and pebbles interspersed with sand.There are plenty of facilities to
keep kids entertained.
Related Pages
Istria Travel Guide
Best Beaches in Croatia
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