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Clearance
European vessels with only European nationals on board don’t need to take any action. Non-EU vessels and/or non-European nationals must report to Customs immediately upon arrival at the port of entry.
Navigation fee
All vessels, EU or non EU over 2.5 meters or over 5 kW must pay an annual navigation fee online here.
Tourist tax (Sojourn)
Foreign vessels must also pay the tourist tax online.
National park fee
A daily fee must be paid before entering a national park in Croatia. Here is the link to pay your ticket for the Kornati National Park.
Visa & Immigration
Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs
Other ressources
Noonsite.com maintains an updated worldwide database of formalities for pleasure crafts. Click here for more details.
Weather & Navigation
The Mediterranean Sea, spanning three continents and multiple climatic zones, experiences a variety of local and regional wind patterns. These winds, often unique to specific areas, have significant implications for the weather, navigation, and even the culture of the regions they affect. Several local factors that influence the wind system, currents, and weather in the Adriatic:
Atmospheric pressure systems: The Azores High and the Icelandic Low pressure systems, along with their seasonal shifts, greatly influence the region’s climate and winds.
Regional climate factors: The Sahara’s heat, European cold fronts, and regional wind systems collectively contribute to the area’s complex weather phenomena.
Geographical influence: The sea’s enclosed nature and surrounding topography significantly influence its wind patterns and ocean currents.
Prevailing winds of the Adriatic Sea
Bora
The Bora is a famous wind of the Adriatic. It blows predominantly from the northeast, sweeping down the Dinaric Alps and racing from Trieste and the Dalmatian coast. This katabatic wind can reach speeds of up to 220 km/h (137 mph), often bringing clear skies and cooler temperatures.
Jugo (Sirocco)
The Sirocco is a warm, dry wind that originates from the Sahara Desert, bringing with it dusty air. This wind typically appears in the spring and summer months, creating humid conditions and hazy skies.
Maestral (Mistral)
Originating from the north, the Mistral is a strong, cold wind that sweeps down the Rhone Valley. It makes its way across the Adriatic in a steady breeze. Typically, the Maestral picks up strength in the late morning and peaks in the afternoon, before dying down by evening.
Levante
Originating from the east, the Levante is a humid wind that brings moisture to the Western Mediterranean. This wind can be gentle or strong and is known for its tendency to cause cloudy weather and occasional rain.
Sailing itineraries in Croatia
A brief maritime history of Croatia
Before the Croats, the region was a mix of cultures. The Illyrians, a group of tribes known for their seafaring skills, dominated the coastal areas, trading across the Adriatic long before the Romans.
By the 1st century BC, the romans had seized control, and their imprint is undeniable. Roman Dalmatia, with its mosaic of roads, linked the coast to the far reaches of the empire. Salona, the former capital of Roman Dalmatia, had an amphitheater capable of holding up to 18,000 spectators. And yet, Salona’s fate was sealed by the great migrations of the Slavs and Avars in the 7th century.
The early Slavic settlers, who would later form the foundation of the Croatian identity, brought their own traditions and customs. These tribes were masters of survival, establishing small, self-sufficient communities, and often adapting to the land’s mountainous terrain and dense forests. Their influence on the region is so deep that many of today’s rural customs in Croatia, such as the construction of drystone walls, date back to these early settlers.
By the time the medieval period dawned, Croatia’s identity had already begun to take shape. The Christianisation of the region, driven by missionaries and the construction of early churches, would play a key role in uniting the tribes. The early Croatian rulers, such as Trpimir and Tomislav, laid the groundwork for what would later become a kingdom, with a royal lineage that still fascinates historians.
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