Bale Beaches — Guide to 2 Beaches & Coves
Comprehensive beach guide to all 2 officially monitored swimming locations in Bale (Istria). According to official IZOR oceanographic monitoring, 100% of swimming spots hold the highest EU "Excellent" water rating. Facilities include 1 beaches with freshwater showers, 1 with dedicated parking, and top-rated coves such as Kolone - Uvala Sv. Jakov, Kolone - Uvala Sv. Pavao. Explore all 2 official swimming spots in Bale, spread across 1 distinct coves and coastal zones.
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Bale)
Wind shelter and marine dynamics in Bale: Out of 2 monitored coastal locations, 2 bays are naturally protected from northeastern Bora winds, while open southern waters develop active surf during southern Jugo winds. During calm summer afternoons, the refreshing Maestral (NW) breeze creates optimal swimming and sailing conditions across the local coastline.
Map of All Beaches & Coves: Bale
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Iconic Beaches & Coves in Bale
Uvala Sv. Pavao (San Polo)
Prekrasna šljunčana uvala s kristalno bistrim morem, drvenim sunčalištima, prirodnom hladovinom hrastova i arheološkim ostacima rimske vile.
Show coves →Uvala Sv. Jakov (Kolone)
Svjetski poznata uvala na čijem su morskom dnu otkriveni fosilni ostaci dinosaura. Nudi prirodni bijeli šljunak i netaknutu prirodu.
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Coastal area of Bale offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bale Beaches
Useful tips for swimmers, families with children, and boaters visiting Bale.
What are the best beaches in Bale for families with children? ▾
Top family-friendly choices in Bale include Kolone - Uvala Sv. Jakov, Kolone - Uvala Sv. Pavao, featuring gentle slopes into the sea, freshwater showers, and easy access.
How clean is the sea water in Bale? ▾
According to official monitoring by the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (IZOR), 2 out of 2 beaches (100%) in Bale hold the highest EU rating ("Excellent").
What beach facilities and amenities are available in Bale? ▾
Across Bale, 1 beaches are equipped with freshwater showers, 0 feature lifeguards, and 1 offer convenient parking nearby.
Which beaches in Bale are sheltered from wind and waves? ▾
During northeastern Bora winds, 2 bays in Bale provide calm waters. During southern Jugo winds, 0 coves remain protected from open-sea swell.
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Istria County (Istra)
539 km of coastline, fragrant pine forests, Kamenjak peninsula & crystal-clear waters
Guide to Istria → ⚓ NAUTICAL PILOT & MARINASAnchorages & Marinas: Istria
Verified marinas, anchorages, depth limits, VHF channels, and 4-wind shelter index around Bale.
Open Nautical Pilot → NATIONAL REGISTERAll Beaches in Croatia
Comprehensive overview of all 1,031 official swimming spots along the Adriatic coast with IZOR water ratings.
All beaches in Croatia → IstriaRovinj Beaches (36)
Century-old Zlatni rt Forest Park, Lone Bay, 14-island archipelago & 100% pristine water
Guide to Rovinj → IstriaPoreč Beaches (30)
30 registered beaches & bays, 97% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hotel Molindrio - ispod hotela, Otok Sv. Nikola - Plaža Oliva, Špadići - Uvala Srgulje (južni dio)
Guide to Poreč → IstriaUmag Beaches (25)
25 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Moela - Gradska plaža, TN Alberi - Skiper, Rt Malin - Ispod kafića Plaja
Guide to Umag → IstriaPula Beaches (22)
22 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hidrobaza, Puntižela - Monte Cristo Beach, Hotel Histria - Ispod hotela
Guide to Pula → IstriaMedulin Beaches (21)
21 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Pinižule, Portić, Mala Kolumbarica
Guide to Medulin → IstriaVrsar Beaches (11)
11 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including AC Orsera - Plaža Vala, AC Koversada - Rt Fujaga, AC Koversada - Dječja plaža
Guide to Vrsar → IstriaNovigrad Beaches (10)
10 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Novigrad - Rivarela, TN Tere - AC Sirena, TN Tere - Hotel Laguna
Guide to Novigrad → IstriaTar-Vabriga Beaches (10)
10 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Tarska vala, TN Solaris - Plaža Galeb, AC Lanterna - Plaža Valeta
Guide to Tar-Vabriga → IstriaLabin Beaches (9)
9 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Rabac naselje - AC Maslinica II, Rabac naselje - AC Maslinica I, Hotel St. Andrea - Ispod hotela
Guide to Labin → IstriaFuntana Beaches (8)
8 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including AC Istra - Plaža Istra, AC Zelena Laguna - Plaža, TN Funtana - Uvala Frnažine
Guide to Funtana → IstriaRaša Beaches (8)
8 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Get, Pripanji, TN Ravni - Pozicija II
Guide to Raša → IstriaBanjole Beaches (5)
5 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Banjole - Centener šumica, Banjole - Odmaralište Centener, Banjole - Uvala
Guide to Banjole → IstriaFažana Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Fažana - Sjever, AC Bi Village - Plaža Bival, Valbandon - Plaža
Guide to Fažana → IstriaKršan Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 33% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Brestova - Uz pristanište, Plominski zaljev - Dražine istok, Plominski zaljev - Dražine zapad
Guide to Kršan → IstriaBrtonigla Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Karigador - Molo, AC Ladin Gaj - FKK (južni dio), Uvala Kanova - Ispod restorana
Guide to Brtonigla → IstriaBuje Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including AC Kanegra - Ispod restorana, AC Kanegra - Market, AC Kanegra - Bullea
Guide to Buje → IstriaMarčana Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Punta kod sidra, Duga Uvala - Hotel Croatia
Guide to Marčana → IstriaVodnjan Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Peroj - Božinka, Barbariga - Mandriol
Guide to Vodnjan → IstriaBrijuni Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Nacionalni park Brijuni - Centralna plaža - drveni molo
Guide to Brijuni → IstriaLižnjan Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Salbunić
Guide to Ližnjan → IstriaBarban Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Barban - Blaz
Guide to Barban → Kvarner & IslandsRab Beaches (31)
31 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Miral, Gonar - jug, Gornja Supetarska Draga - sredina
Guide to Rab → Kvarner & IslandsMali Lošinj Beaches (18)
18 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Artatore, Kadin, Čikat - uvala Blatina
Guide to Mali Lošinj → Kvarner & IslandsKrk Beaches (14)
14 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including kampa Glavotok, Pinezići - plaža, Plaža ispod hotela Koralj
Guide to Krk → Zadar RegionZadar Beaches (11)
Kolovare city promenade, Borik resort sandy lagoon, Puntamika lighthouse & archipelago views
Guide to Zadar → Šibenik RivieraŠibenik Beaches (18)
18 registered beaches & bays, 94% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hotel D-Resort jugozapad, Hotel D-Resort sjeveroistok, Minerska
Guide to Šibenik → Central DalmatiaSplit Beaches (13)
Marjan Forest Park, sandy Bačvice, Kašjuni pebble beach & 100% IZOR certified quality
Guide to Split → Central DalmatiaMakarska Beaches (4)
Biokovo mountain backdrop, fine white pebbles, fragrant pine shade & crystal-clear Adriatic
Guide to Makarska → Central DalmatiaBol Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Zlatni Rat 2, Zlatni Rat 1, Borak
Guide to Bol → Central DalmatiaHvar Beaches (11)
Pakleni Islands archipelago, Pokonji dol turquoise bay, Dubovica & sunny coves
Guide to Hvar → Dubrovnik RegionDubrovnik Beaches (39)
Banje Beach overlooking the Old Town, Lapad Bay, Lokrum Island & crystal-clear Adriatic
Guide to Dubrovnik → Dubrovnik RegionKorčula Beaches (9)
9 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Medvinjak, Gradska plaža Banje, Ispod zidina
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