Pebble Beaches Sheltered from Jugo / Sirocco (SE Wind): Kvarner Gulf & Islands (Krk, Cres, Lošinj, Rab) (29)
Guide to 29 pebble beaches protected from southeasterly Jugo/Sirocco swells (270°–45°) in Kvarner & Islands (100.0% "Excellent" water quality). View all 274 beaches in Kvarner & Islands →
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Kvarner & Islands)
While the coastal strip beneath Mount Velebit experiences strong Bora gusts, the sheltered western bays of Cres, Lošinj, and Krk remain calm, glassy, and ideal for swimming.
Map of All Beaches & Coves: Kvarner & Islands
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Malin Draga
Porat - Hotel Pinia
Punta Ćuf - Ribarsko selo
Uvala Rova
Uvala Vantačići
Buffet Riva
Hotel Adriatic - plaža
Kamp Omišalj
Kraj uvale Omišalj
Naselje Sjever
Autokamp Kovačine - FKK dio
Porozina - plaža
Uvala Dražica
Valun - plaža
Klimno - mali Škojić
Šilo - plaža Pećine
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Frequently Asked Questions (Kvarner & Islands)
Key facts about sea water quality, bays, and wind conditions in Kvarner & Islands.
Which are the top "Pebble & Jugo Shelter" beaches in Kvarner & Islands? ▾
There are 29 officially monitored swimming spots matching "Pebble & Jugo Shelter" in Kvarner & Islands. Top verified locations include: Kamp Omišalj (328°), Autokamp Kovačine - FKK dio (270°), Uvala Bok (31°), Porozina - plaža (313°), Valun - plaža (360°), with 29 rated "Excellent" under EU bathing water standards.
How does MareSpot verify "Pebble & Jugo Shelter" in Kvarner & Islands? ▾
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 Kvarner & Islands and what is the water quality? ▾
Across Kvarner Gulf & Islands (Krk, Cres, Lošinj, Rab), there are 29 officially monitored swimming spots spread across 12 towns and municipalities. According to IZOR laboratory tests, 29 beaches (100.0%) hold the highest "Excellent" bathing water grade.
Which towns in Kvarner & Islands have the most monitored beaches and coves? ▾
The destinations with the highest number of officially monitored beaches and bays in Kvarner & Islands include: Malinska, Omišalj, Cres, Dobrinj, Veli Lošinj, Krk.
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