Beaches Sheltered from Afternoon Maestral (NW Wind) in Kaštela (11)
Geomorphological guide to 11 coves and beaches in Kaštela whose eastern and southeastern coastal orientation (55°–215°) provides natural leeward shelter from the afternoon summer Maestral breeze (NW, 315°)—ensuring calm afternoon swimming (27% rated "Excellent" by IZOR).
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Kaštela)
Wind shelter and marine dynamics in Kaštela: Out of 11 monitored coastal locations, 11 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: Kaštela
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Iconic Beaches & Coves in Kaštela
Gabine (Kaštel Štafilić)
Prekrasan šljunčani zaljev s prirodnim hladom tamarisa, kafićima i pogledom na povijesnu kulu Nehaj.
Show coves →Miljenko i Dobrila (Kaštel Lukšić)
Uređeno šljunčano kupalište s čistim morem, inspirirano legendom o kaštelanskim ljubavnicima.
Show coves →Baletna škola (Kaštel Kambelovac)
Prostrana šljunčana plaža s plitkim morem, dječjim parkom i hladom uz povijesnu zgradu prve baletne škole.
Show coves →Resnik (Kaštel Štafilić)
Dugačka prirodna plaža uz turističko naselje Resnik, okružena borovom šumom s blagim padom u more.
Show coves →Quick jump to bays & swimming zones in Kaštela
Coastal area of Kaštela offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Đardin
Hotel Palace
K. Štafilić-Gabine
Resnik
Coastal area of Kaštela offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Baletna škola
Gojača
Kamp
Torac
Coastal area of Kaštela offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Miljenko i Dobrila
Puntica (Poštanski)
Šulavi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kaštela Beaches
Useful tips for swimmers, families with children, and boaters visiting Kaštela.
Which are the top "Maestral-Sheltered" beaches in Kaštela? ▾
There are 11 officially monitored swimming spots matching "Maestral-Sheltered" in Kaštela. Top verified locations include: Puntica (Poštanski) (195°), Resnik (161°), K. Štafilić-Gabine (152°), Đardin (162°), Hotel Palace (177°), with 3 rated "Excellent" under EU bathing water standards.
How does MareSpot verify "Maestral-Sheltered" in Kaštela? ▾
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 are the best beaches in Kaštela for families with children? ▾
Top family-friendly choices in Kaštela include Puntica (Poštanski), Resnik, K. Štafilić-Gabine, featuring gentle slopes into the sea, freshwater showers, play areas, and easy access.
How clean is the sea water in Kaštela? ▾
According to official monitoring by the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (IZOR), 3 out of 11 beaches (27%) in Kaštela hold the highest EU rating ("Excellent").
What beach facilities and amenities are available in Kaštela? ▾
Across Kaštela, 10 beaches are equipped with freshwater showers, 0 feature lifeguards, and 3 offer convenient parking nearby.
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Guide to Split → Central DalmatiaPodstrana Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Le Meridien Lav, Uvala Strožanac, Hotel Lav
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1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Stobreč, ušće
Guide to Stobreč → Central DalmatiaVranjic Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 0% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Vranjic plaža
Guide to Vranjic → Central DalmatiaTrogir Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 33% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Brigi, Duhanska Stanica, Miševac
Guide to Trogir → Central DalmatiaSeget Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Staro Selo, Apartmani Medena, Seget Vranjica
Guide to Seget → Central DalmatiaMarina Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Marina-Plaža, Prališće, Poljica
Guide to Marina → Central DalmatiaOkrug Gornji Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Uvala Mavarčica, Kuzmića Uvala, Toć
Guide to Okrug Gornji → Central DalmatiaOkrug Donji Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Kava - istok, Kava - zapad
Guide to Okrug Donji → Central DalmatiaArbanija Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Tri sestrice, Sv. Križ
Guide to Arbanija → Central DalmatiaSlatine Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Slatine
Guide to Slatine → Central DalmatiaDugi Rat Beaches (5)
5 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Bajnice, Krilo, Sumpetar
Guide to Dugi Rat → Central DalmatiaDuće Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 75% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Dočine, Hotel Plaža, Duće, Duće - Luka
Guide to Duće → Central DalmatiaOmiš Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Autokamp - zapad, Punta - početak, Punta - sredina
Guide to Omiš → Central DalmatiaLokva Rogoznica Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Ruskamen
Guide to Lokva Rogoznica → Central DalmatiaMimice Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Mimice
Guide to Mimice → Central DalmatiaMarušići Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Marušići
Guide to Marušići → Central DalmatiaPisak Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Pisak
Guide to Pisak → Central DalmatiaBrela Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Stomarica, Dugi Rat - zapad, Dugi Rat - istok
Guide to Brela → Central DalmatiaBaška Voda Beaches (5)
5 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Ikovac, Uranija, Podluka
Guide to Baška Voda → Central DalmatiaPromajna Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Promajna
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1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Bratuš
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1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Krvavica, odmaralište
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Biokovo mountain backdrop, fine white pebbles, fragrant pine shade & crystal-clear Adriatic
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4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Bluesun Jadran, Hotel Alga, Slatina
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2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Plišivac, Hotel Podgorka
Guide to Podgora → Central DalmatiaDrašnice Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Drašnice
Guide to Drašnice → Central DalmatiaIgrane Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Igrane
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2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Ak. Dole, Živogošće
Guide to Živogošće → Central DalmatiaDrvenik Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Gornja Vala, D. Vala - Kod trajekta
Guide to Drvenik → Central DalmatiaZaostrog Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Zaostrog - Plaža
Guide to Zaostrog → Central DalmatiaPodaca Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Viskovića vala
Guide to Podaca → Central DalmatiaBrist Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Brist - plaža
Guide to Brist → Central DalmatiaGradac Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Gradac - Vodice, Gradac - Plaža
Guide to Gradac → Central DalmatiaSupetar Beaches (7)
7 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Banj - sredina, Vrilo, Vlačica
Guide to Supetar → Central DalmatiaBol Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Zlatni Rat 2, Zlatni Rat 1, Borak
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