Vodice Beaches — Guide to 16 Beaches & Coves
Comprehensive beach guide to all 16 officially monitored swimming locations in Vodice (Šibenik Riviera). According to official IZOR oceanographic monitoring, 100% of swimming spots hold the highest EU "Excellent" water rating. Facilities include 11 beaches with freshwater showers, 10 with lifeguard patrol, 10 with dedicated parking, and top-rated coves such as Bristak, Vruje, Hotel Olympia kraj. Explore all 16 official swimming spots in Vodice, spread across 5 distinct coves and coastal zones.
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Vodice)
Wind shelter and marine dynamics in Vodice: Out of 16 monitored coastal locations, 16 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: Vodice
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Iconic Beaches & Coves in Vodice
Plava plaža
Kilometarska šljunčana plaža s plitkim pješčanim dnom u moru i dubokom prirodnom hladovinom borova.
Show coves →Plaža Hangar (Olympia)
Vrhunski opremljena plaža sa sportskim centrima, skuterima, aquaparkom i popularnim beach barovima.
Show coves →Plaža Srima centar
Uređeni sitni šljunak s Plavom zastavom, blagim ulazom za djecu i šetnicom uz more.
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Coastal area of Vodice offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Hotel Olympia kraj
Hotel Olympia početak
Vodice Hangar
Vodice, Hotel Olympia
Vruje
Coastal area of Vodice offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Plava plaža kraj
Plava plaža sredina
Vodice, Plava plaža
Coastal area of Vodice offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Coastal area of Vodice offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
Srima, Lovetovo
Srima, mjesto
Srima, mjesto sredina
Coastal area of Vodice offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vodice Beaches
Useful tips for swimmers, families with children, and boaters visiting Vodice.
What are the best beaches in Vodice for families with children? ▾
Top family-friendly choices in Vodice include Bristak, Vruje, Hotel Olympia kraj, featuring gentle slopes into the sea, freshwater showers, play areas, and easy access.
How clean is the sea water in Vodice? ▾
According to official monitoring by the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (IZOR), 16 out of 16 beaches (100%) in Vodice hold the highest EU rating ("Excellent").
What beach facilities and amenities are available in Vodice? ▾
Across Vodice, 11 beaches are equipped with freshwater showers, 10 feature lifeguards, and 10 offer convenient parking nearby.
Which beaches in Vodice are sheltered from wind and waves? ▾
During northeastern Bora winds, 16 bays in Vodice provide calm waters. During southern Jugo winds, 0 coves remain protected from open-sea swell.
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Murter sandy coves (Slanica), Primošten peninsula, Rogoznica & Kornati gateway
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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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18 registered beaches & bays, 94% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hotel D-Resort jugozapad, Hotel D-Resort sjeveroistok, Minerska
Guide to Šibenik → Šibenik RivieraPrimošten Beaches (12)
12 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Autocamp Adriatic, kraj, Autocamp Adriatic, sredina, Primošten bazen
Guide to Primošten → Šibenik RivieraMurter Beaches (5)
5 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Murter, Slanica kraj, Murter, Vučigrađe, Murter, Hramina
Guide to Murter → Šibenik RivieraTisno Beaches (11)
11 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Hotel Borovnik, Tisno, Sv. Andrija, Tisno, Jazine
Guide to Tisno → Šibenik RivieraPirovac Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Pirovac, Lolić, početak, Pirovac, Starine kraj, Pirovac, Starine
Guide to Pirovac → Šibenik RivieraRogoznica Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Rogoznica mjesto, Kruščica, Šepurina plaža,
Guide to Rogoznica → Šibenik RivieraBrodarica Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Brodarica Rezalište, kraj, Brodarica, Rezalište, Brodarica, mjesto
Guide to Brodarica → Šibenik RivieraŽaborić Beaches (4)
4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Jasenovo, Žaborić, mjesto, Žaborić, pjesak
Guide to Žaborić → Šibenik RivieraGrebaštica Beaches (3)
3 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Galešnica, Šparadići, Grebaštica
Guide to Grebaštica → Šibenik RivieraJadrija Beaches (6)
6 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Jadrija, Guština uvala, Jadrija, kraj, Jadrija, sredina
Guide to Jadrija → Šibenik RivieraTribunj Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Tribunj, Sovlja, Tribunj, Zamalin
Guide to Tribunj → Šibenik RivieraPrvić Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Prvić Šepurin, mjesto, Prvić Luka, mjesto
Guide to Prvić → Šibenik RivieraZlarin Beaches (2)
2 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Zlarin, Punta, Zlarin, mjesto
Guide to Zlarin → Šibenik RivieraKrapanj Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Krapanj Hotel Spongiola
Guide to Krapanj → Šibenik RivieraJadrtovac Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Morinje
Guide to Jadrtovac → Šibenik RivieraKaprije Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Kaprije, mjesto
Guide to Kaprije → Šibenik RivieraObonjan Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Obonjan, mjesto
Guide to Obonjan → Šibenik RivieraSkradin Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 0% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Skradin mjesto
Guide to Skradin → Šibenik RivieraZaton Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 0% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Zaton, mjesto
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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 → 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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