🏛️ OFFICIAL REGISTER OF SWIMMING SITES IN CROATIA STON · IZOR · EU DIRECTIVE

Ston Beaches — Guide to 6 Beaches & Coves

Comprehensive beach guide to all 6 officially monitored swimming locations in Ston (Dubrovnik Region). According to official IZOR oceanographic monitoring, 67% 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 Brijesta, Kobaš, Broce. Explore all 6 official swimming spots in Ston, spread across 2 distinct coves and coastal zones.

6 Official Swimming Spots

67% Sea Quality "Excellent" (IZOR)

2 Swimming Bays & Zones

Calm 6 registered beaches & bays, 67% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Brijesta, Kobaš, Broce

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Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Ston)

Wind shelter and marine dynamics in Ston: Out of 6 monitored coastal locations, 4 bays are naturally protected from northeastern Bora winds, while 2 coves offer flat water during southern Jugo swells. During calm summer afternoons, the refreshing Maestral (NW) breeze creates optimal swimming and sailing conditions across the local coastline.

💡 Tip: Open the interactive map guide to calculate which coves are sheltered from Bora, Sirocco, or Maestral today in Ston.

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📍 INTERACTIVE BAY MAP · 6 BEACHES

Map of All Beaches & Coves: Ston

Ston (6)

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RECOMMENDED SPOTS

Iconic Beaches & Coves in Ston

Pješčana tirkizna laguna

Plaža Prapratno

Jedna od najljepših pješčanih uvala na Jadranu s plitkim, toplim morem i borovom šumom, idealna za obitelji s djecom.

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Kristalni biser Pelješca

Uvala Žuljana (Vučine)

Prekrasna šljunčano-pješčana uvala s tirkiznim morem, prirodnim hladom borova i spektakularnim podmorskim špiljama za ronjenje.

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Nautička i gastro oaza

Uvala Kobaš

Skrivena uvala u Stonskom kanalu, omiljeno utočište nautičara i gurmana s čistim morem i autohtonim konobama.

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Quick jump to bays & swimming zones in Ston

Stonski kanal i Malo more 4 Južni Pelješac (Prapratno i Žuljana) 2

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Stonski kanal i Malo more

4 beaches

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Coastal area of Ston offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.

📍 Ston · Stonski kanal i Malo more 💧 Excellent

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Južni Pelješac (Prapratno i Žuljana)

2 beaches

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Coastal area of Ston offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.

📍 Ston · Južni Pelješac (Prapratno i Žuljana) 💧 Excellent

Prapratno

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📍 Ston · Južni Pelješac (Prapratno i Žuljana) 💧 Excellent

Žuljana

☕ Beach bar / Café🚤 Boat mooring📋 Official beach profile

🏨 Accommodation · Ston

Find accommodation near beaches in Ston

Planning a holiday or weekend stay in Ston? Search available apartments, hotels, holiday villas, and seaside rooms near Ston beaches.

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⛵ Tours & Experiences · Ston

Boat tours & water activities in Ston

Experience breathtaking coves from the sea — book boat excursions, speedboat rentals, guided kayak & SUP tours, snorkeling, and cave visits in and around Ston.

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✈️ Airport Transfer · Ston

Book Private Transfer to Ston

Avoid airport queues and taxi delays — book a reliable door-to-door transfer with fixed pricing directly to your stay in Ston.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ston Beaches

Useful tips for swimmers, families with children, and boaters visiting Ston.

What are the best beaches in Ston for families with children? ▾

Top family-friendly choices in Ston include Brijesta, Kobaš, Broce, featuring gentle slopes into the sea, freshwater showers, and easy access.

How clean is the sea water in Ston? ▾

According to official monitoring by the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (IZOR), 4 out of 6 beaches (67%) in Ston hold the highest EU rating ("Excellent").

What beach facilities and amenities are available in Ston? ▾

Across Ston, 1 beaches are equipped with freshwater showers, 0 feature lifeguards, and 1 offer convenient parking nearby.

Which beaches in Ston are sheltered from wind and waves? ▾

During northeastern Bora winds, 4 bays in Ston provide calm waters. During southern Jugo winds, 2 coves remain protected from open-sea swell.

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REGIONAL GUIDE

Dubrovnik Region & Southern Islands (Korčula, Pelješac, Mljet)

Pasjača cliff beach, Banje beach by Dubrovnik walls, Saplunara sand dunes & Pelješac coves

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Anchorages & Marinas: Dubrovnik Region

Verified marinas, anchorages, depth limits, VHF channels, and 4-wind shelter index around Ston.

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All Beaches in Croatia

Comprehensive overview of all 1,031 official swimming spots along the Adriatic coast with IZOR water ratings.

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Dubrovnik Beaches (39)

Banje Beach overlooking the Old Town, Lapad Bay, Lokrum Island & crystal-clear Adriatic

Guide to Dubrovnik → Dubrovnik Region

Župa dubrovačka Beaches (7)

7 registered beaches & bays, 86% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Pod Maslovom, Smokovjenac - Plat, Kupari

Guide to Župa dubrovačka → Dubrovnik Region

Konavle Beaches (9)

9 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hotel Cavtat, Molunat - Autokamp Monika, Kupalište VK Cavtat

Guide to Konavle → Dubrovnik Region

Orebić Beaches (8)

8 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Montun, Lovište, Viganj - Ponta

Guide to Orebić → Dubrovnik Region

Janjina Beaches (3)

3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Bratkovice, Drače, Sreser

Guide to Janjina → Dubrovnik Region

Trpanj Beaches (2)

2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Uvala Luka, Ht. Faraon

Guide to Trpanj → Dubrovnik Region

Slano (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 Region

Ploče Beaches (3)

3 registered beaches & bays, 0% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Tehnička radiona Ploče, Portina - Baćina, Ušće

Guide to Ploče → Dubrovnik Region

Opuzen Beaches (1)

1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Ušće

Guide to Opuzen → Dubrovnik Region

Klek (Slivno) Beaches (5)

5 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Duba, Blace, Komarna

Guide to Klek (Slivno) → Dubrovnik Region

Korčula Beaches (9)

9 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Medvinjak, Gradska plaža Banje, Ispod zidina

Guide to Korčula → Dubrovnik Region

Lumbarda Beaches (3)

3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Uvala Tatinja, Bilin žal, Uvala Pržina

Guide to Lumbarda → Dubrovnik Region

Vela Luka Beaches (3)

3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Proizd, Ht. Adria, Ht. Poseidon

Guide to Vela Luka → Dubrovnik Region

Blato Beaches (4)

4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Prigradica - Iza jige, Prigradica, Prišćapac

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Smokvica (Brna) Beaches (1)

1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hotel Lume

Guide to Smokvica (Brna) → Dubrovnik Region

Mljet Beaches (8)

8 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Saplunara, Prožura, Okuklje

Guide to Mljet → Dubrovnik Region

Lastovo Beaches (4)

4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Pasadur, Skrivena luka, Rt Zaglav

Guide to Lastovo → Istria

Rovinj Beaches (36)

Century-old Zlatni rt Forest Park, Lone Bay, 14-island archipelago & 100% pristine water

Guide to Rovinj → Istria

Poreč 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 → Istria

Pula 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 & Islands

Rab Beaches (31)

31 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Miral, Gonar - jug, Gornja Supetarska Draga - sredina

Guide to Rab → Kvarner & Islands

Mali Lošinj Beaches (18)

18 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Artatore, Kadin, Čikat - uvala Blatina

Guide to Mali Lošinj → Kvarner & Islands

Krk Beaches (14)

14 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including kampa Glavotok, Pinezići - plaža, Plaža ispod hotela Koralj

Guide to Krk → Zadar Region

Zadar Beaches (11)

Kolovare city promenade, Borik resort sandy lagoon, Puntamika lighthouse & archipelago views

Guide to Zadar → Šibenik Riviera

Šibenik 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 Dalmatia

Split Beaches (13)

Marjan Forest Park, sandy Bačvice, Kašjuni pebble beach & 100% IZOR certified quality

Guide to Split → Central Dalmatia

Makarska Beaches (4)

Biokovo mountain backdrop, fine white pebbles, fragrant pine shade & crystal-clear Adriatic

Guide to Makarska → Central Dalmatia

Bol Beaches (4)

4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Zlatni Rat 2, Zlatni Rat 1, Borak

Guide to Bol → Central Dalmatia

Hvar Beaches (11)

Pakleni Islands archipelago, Pokonji dol turquoise bay, Dubovica & sunny coves

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✦ SMART GUIDE FOR SWIMMING & BOATING

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