Beaches Sheltered from Afternoon Maestral (NW Wind): Zadar Region & Archipelago (Dugi Otok, Pag, Nin) (33)
Geomorphological guide to 33 coves and beaches in Zadar Region whose eastern and southeastern coastal orientation (55°–215°) provides natural leeward shelter from the afternoon summer Maestral breeze (NW, 315°)—ensuring calm afternoon swimming (100.0% rated "Excellent" by IZOR). View all 85 beaches in Zadar Region →
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Zadar Region)
The Zadar Channel is shielded from open-sea swell by the islands of Ugljan and Pašman, offering peaceful sailing and sheltered swimming conditions.
Map of All Beaches & Coves: Zadar Region
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Frequently Asked Questions (Zadar Region)
Key facts about sea water quality, bays, and wind conditions in Zadar Region.
Which are the top "Maestral-Sheltered" beaches in Zadar Region? ▾
There are 33 officially monitored swimming spots matching "Maestral-Sheltered" in Zadar Region. Top verified locations include: Vrulje (204°), Porat (170°), Sv. Duh (82°), ispod apartmanskog naselja (215°), Janice (192°), with 33 rated "Excellent" under EU bathing water standards.
How does MareSpot verify "Maestral-Sheltered" in Zadar 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 Zadar Region and what is the water quality? ▾
Across Zadar Region & Archipelago (Dugi Otok, Pag, Nin), there are 33 officially monitored swimming spots spread across 25 towns and municipalities. According to IZOR laboratory tests, 33 beaches (100.0%) hold the highest "Excellent" bathing water grade.
Which towns in Zadar Region have the most monitored beaches and coves? ▾
The destinations with the highest number of officially monitored beaches and bays in Zadar Region include: Pakoštane, Posedarje, Maslenica, Preko, Sveti Filip i Jakov, Vir.
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