Bora-Sheltered Beaches & Bays in Dubrovnik (29)
Geomorphologically verified guide to 29 official beaches and coves in Dubrovnik facing south, southwest, and west (135°–315°) that provide natural leeward shelter and calm water when Bora (NE) winds blow. 97% of these spots hold the top EU IZOR "Excellent" water quality rating.
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Dubrovnik)
Mount Srđ protects Dubrovnik’s inner bays from northern winds. Banje and Sveti Jakov face open sea towards the southeast, while Lapad Bay and Babin Kuk provide calm, sheltered waters during windy afternoons.
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Iconic Beaches & Coves in Dubrovnik
Plaža Banje
Svjetski poznata šljunčana plaža s neponovljivim pogledom na gradske zidine, Staru luku i otok Lokrum.
Show coves →Sveti Jakov
Skriveni biser podno litica s finim šljunkom, tirkiznim morem i spektakularnim pogledom na povijesnu jezgru.
Show coves →Plaža Šunj (Otok Lopud)
Jedinstvena pješčana uvala s plitkim toplim morem i borovom šumom, omiljeno izletište za cjelodnevno opuštanje.
Show coves →Uvala Lapad
Prostrana pješčano-šljunčana plaža s bogatim sadržajima za djecu, kafićima i uređenom šetnicom podno Petke.
Show coves →Copacabana (Babin Kuk)
Popularna šljunčana plaža na poluotoku Babin Kuk s lounge barovima, vodenim parkom i pogledom na most dr. Franja Tuđmana.
Show coves →Quick jump to bays & swimming zones in Dubrovnik
Coastal area of Dubrovnik offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Banje
Bijele stijene
Danče
Hotel Villa Dubrovnik
Ht. Argentina
Ht. Excelsior
Park Gjivović
Porporela
Šulić
Sveti Jakov
Coastal area of Dubrovnik offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Lozica
Mali Zaton - Bunica
Orašac - Soderini
Orašac-Na skali
Stara Mokošica
Štikovica
Trsteno
Uvala Brsečine
Veliki Žali
Veliki Zaton - Špilja Buškova
Coastal area of Dubrovnik offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Hotel Rixos
Hotel Royal Neptun
Hotel Splendid
Ht. Bellevue
Ht. Dubrovnik Palace
Ht. Dubrovnik President
Ht. Vis 2
Uvala Lapad
Coastal area of Dubrovnik offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dubrovnik Beaches
Useful tips for swimmers, families with children, and boaters visiting Dubrovnik.
Which are the top "Sheltered from Bora (NE)" beaches in Dubrovnik? ▾
There are 29 officially monitored swimming spots matching "Sheltered from Bora (NE)" in Dubrovnik. Top verified locations include: Stara Mokošica (182°), Hotel Rixos (157°), Mali Zaton - Bunica (261°), Veliki Zaton - Špilja Buškova (198°), Lozica (221°), with 28 rated "Excellent" under EU bathing water standards.
How does MareSpot verify "Sheltered from Bora (NE)" in Dubrovnik? ▾
MareSpot cross-references official Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (IZOR) field inspection tags with coastal open-sea bearing vectors (0°–360°) and real-time marine weather models.
What is the most famous beach in Dubrovnik? ▾
Banje Beach is Dubrovnik’s most iconic swimming spot, located just outside the Ploče Gate with postcard views of the Old Town walls and Lokrum Island.
Where are the best family-friendly beaches in Dubrovnik? ▾
Lapad Bay Beach and Copacabana on Babin Kuk are the best for families, featuring gentle pebble-sand access, calm water, inflatable aquaparks, and seaside cafés.
How clean is the sea around Dubrovnik? ▾
The Dubrovnik Riviera has some of the highest water clarity on the Mediterranean. All official IZOR sampling points in Dubrovnik regularly test "Excellent".
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Pasjača cliff beach, Banje beach by Dubrovnik walls, Saplunara sand dunes & Pelješac coves
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Verified marinas, anchorages, depth limits, VHF channels, and 4-wind shelter index around Dubrovnik.
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Comprehensive overview of all 1,031 official swimming spots along the Adriatic coast with IZOR water ratings.
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7 registered beaches & bays, 86% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Pod Maslovom, Smokovjenac - Plat, Kupari
Guide to Župa dubrovačka → Dubrovnik RegionKonavle Beaches (9)
9 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hotel Cavtat, Molunat - Autokamp Monika, Kupalište VK Cavtat
Guide to Konavle → Dubrovnik RegionSton Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 67% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Brijesta, Kobaš, Broce
Guide to Ston → Dubrovnik RegionOrebić Beaches (8)
8 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Montun, Lovište, Viganj - Ponta
Guide to Orebić → Dubrovnik RegionJanjina Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Bratkovice, Drače, Sreser
Guide to Janjina → Dubrovnik RegionTrpanj Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Uvala Luka, Ht. Faraon
Guide to Trpanj → Dubrovnik RegionSlano (Dubrovačko primorje) Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Slađenovići, Hotel Admiral, Uvala Doli
Guide to Slano (Dubrovačko primorje) → Dubrovnik RegionPloče Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 0% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Tehnička radiona Ploče, Portina - Baćina, Ušće
Guide to Ploče → Dubrovnik RegionOpuzen Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Ušće
Guide to Opuzen → Dubrovnik RegionKlek (Slivno) Beaches (5)
5 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Duba, Blace, Komarna
Guide to Klek (Slivno) → Dubrovnik RegionKorčula Beaches (9)
9 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Medvinjak, Gradska plaža Banje, Ispod zidina
Guide to Korčula → Dubrovnik RegionLumbarda Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Uvala Tatinja, Bilin žal, Uvala Pržina
Guide to Lumbarda → Dubrovnik RegionVela Luka Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Proizd, Ht. Adria, Ht. Poseidon
Guide to Vela Luka → Dubrovnik RegionBlato Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Prigradica - Iza jige, Prigradica, Prišćapac
Guide to Blato → Dubrovnik RegionSmokvica (Brna) Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hotel Lume
Guide to Smokvica (Brna) → Dubrovnik RegionMljet Beaches (8)
8 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Saplunara, Prožura, Okuklje
Guide to Mljet → Dubrovnik RegionLastovo Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Pasadur, Skrivena luka, Rt Zaglav
Guide to Lastovo → 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 → 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 → 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
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