Sandy Beaches Sheltered from Bora (NE Wind): Dubrovnik Region & Southern Islands (Korčula, Pelješac, Mljet) (6)
Directory of 6 sandy coves sheltered from Bora winds (135°–315°) in Dubrovnik Region, providing flat calm water during northeast gales (100.0% "Excellent" water). View all 121 beaches in Dubrovnik Region →
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Dubrovnik Region)
The Pelješac Channel and the forested coves of Korčula and Mljet offer serene, sheltered swimming havens protected from open Adriatic swells.
Map of All Beaches & Coves: Dubrovnik Region
Interactive map (6 beaches) loads as you scroll…
Quick jump to town or municipality in Dubrovnik Region
Find accommodation in Dubrovnik Region
Search available hotels, apartments, luxury villas, and holiday rooms along the coast in Dubrovnik Region.
Boat trips & experiences in Dubrovnik Region
Book top sea excursions, national park day trips, skippered boat charters, scuba diving, and wine tours in Dubrovnik Region.
Find Car Rental in Dubrovnik Region
Explore remote beaches, scenic coastal roads, and hidden coves across Dubrovnik Region. Compare rental car deals at airports and hubs like Dubrovnik.
Frequently Asked Questions (Dubrovnik Region)
Key facts about sea water quality, bays, and wind conditions in Dubrovnik Region.
Which are the top "Sand & Bora Shelter" beaches in Dubrovnik Region? ▾
There are 6 officially monitored swimming spots matching "Sand & Bora Shelter" in Dubrovnik Region. Top verified locations include: Mali Zaton - Bunica (261°), Veliki Zaton - Špilja Buškova (198°), Saplunara (202°), Blace (261°), Uvala Pržina (196°), with 6 rated "Excellent" under EU bathing water standards.
How does MareSpot verify "Sand & Bora Shelter" in Dubrovnik Region? ▾
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.
How many official beaches are in Dubrovnik Region and what is the water quality? ▾
Across Dubrovnik Region & Southern Islands (Korčula, Pelješac, Mljet), there are 6 officially monitored swimming spots spread across 5 towns and municipalities. According to IZOR laboratory tests, 6 beaches (100.0%) hold the highest "Excellent" bathing water grade.
Which towns in Dubrovnik Region have the most monitored beaches and coves? ▾
The destinations with the highest number of officially monitored beaches and bays in Dubrovnik Region include: Dubrovnik, Lumbarda, Mljet, Slivno, Ston.
Explore Other Adriatic Regions & Nautical Guides
Compare sea water quality, bay distribution, marinas, and natural shelter along the Croatian coast.
Verified marinas, anchorages, mooring buoys, depth parameters, and 4-wind shelter index for Dubrovnik Region.
Open Nautical Pilot →539 km of coastline, fragrant pine forests, Kamenjak peninsula & crystal-clear waters
Guide & coves →Islands of Krk, Cres, Lošinj & Rab, historic Opatija Riviera & wild turquoise coves
Guide & coves →Zavratnica sea fjord, Pag moonscape bays, Zrće & Planjka in Novalja
Guide & coves →Sakarun white-sand beach, Queen’s Beach in Nin, Pag moonscapes & 300 islands
Guide & coves →Murter sandy coves (Slanica), Primošten peninsula, Rogoznica & Kornati gateway
Guide & coves →Zlatni Rat in Bol, Stiniva Cove on Vis, Punta Rata in Brela, Pakleni Islands & Makarska
Guide & coves →Looking for a sheltered cove in Dubrovnik Region?
Try our interactive wind simulator calculating which of the 6 coves is currently in mirror-calm bonaca in real time.