Zavala Beaches — Guide to 2 Beaches & Coves
Comprehensive beach guide to all 2 officially monitored swimming locations in Zavala (Central Dalmatia). According to official IZOR oceanographic monitoring, 100% of swimming spots hold the highest EU "Excellent" water rating. Facilities include and top-rated coves such as Uvala Mostir-sidrište, Uvala Porat-sidrište. Explore all 2 official swimming spots in Zavala, spread across 1 distinct coves and coastal zones.
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Zavala)
Wind shelter and marine dynamics in Zavala: Out of 2 monitored coastal locations, the local shoreline is open to northeastern Bora winds, requiring attention during gusts, 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.
Map of All Beaches & Coves: Zavala
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Iconic Beaches & Coves in Zavala
Uvala Mostir (Otok Šćedro)
Čarobna uvala sa starim dominikanskim samostanom, tirkiznim morem, pješčano-šljunčanim dnom i tradicijskim konobama.
Show coves →Uvala Porat (Otok Šćedro)
Duboka zaštićena uvala kristalne prozirnosti okružena borovima, omiljena među nautičarima i ljubiteljima mira.
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Coastal area of Zavala offering clear waters, sunbathing spots, and easy access.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zavala Beaches
Useful tips for swimmers, families with children, and boaters visiting Zavala.
What are the best beaches in Zavala for families with children? ▾
Top family-friendly choices in Zavala include Uvala Mostir-sidrište, Uvala Porat-sidrište, featuring gentle slopes into the sea, and easy access.
How clean is the sea water in Zavala? ▾
According to official monitoring by the Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (IZOR), 2 out of 2 beaches (100%) in Zavala hold the highest EU rating ("Excellent").
What beach facilities and amenities are available in Zavala? ▾
Across Zavala, 0 beaches are equipped with freshwater showers, 0 feature lifeguards, and 0 offer convenient parking nearby.
Which beaches in Zavala are sheltered from wind and waves? ▾
Most beaches in Zavala are open to coastal breezes; during calm morning hours (bonaca) or afternoon Maestral, conditions are ideal for swimming.
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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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4 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Le Meridien Lav, Uvala Strožanac, Hotel Lav
Guide to Podstrana → Central DalmatiaStobreč Beaches (1)
1 registered beaches & bays, 100% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Stobreč, ušće
Guide to Stobreč → Central DalmatiaKaštela Beaches (11)
11 registered beaches & bays, 27% excellent water quality (IZOR), including Puntica (Poštanski), Resnik, K. Štafilić-Gabine
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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
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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
Guide to Makarska → Central DalmatiaTučepi Beaches (4)
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
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