Jugo & Sirocco Sheltered Beaches on Pašman Island (3)
Complete directory of 3 officially monitored beaches and bays in Pašman oriented toward the north and northwest (270°–45°), offering natural protection from heavy Sirocco / Jugo (SE) swell. 100% are rated "Excellent" by IZOR. View all 6 beaches on Pašman Island →
Wind Patterns & Natural Shelter (Pašman Island)
The Pašman Channel is sheltered from heavy open-sea swells. South-facing coves looking towards Kornati offer calm during northern winds.
During Bora winds, 0 south- and west-facing bays on Pašman Island provide calm swimming waters.
During southern Jugo swells, 3 bays along northern shores remain protected with calm seas.
Map of All Beaches & Coves: Pašman Island
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Iconic Beaches & Coves on Pašman Island
Plaža Matlovac (Ždrelac)
Fini prirodni pijesak s dugim plićakom i borovom hladovinom uz most koji spaja Pašman i Ugljan.
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Boat tours & water activities on Pašman Island
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Island Road Trip: Explore Hidden Bays on Pašman Island
Many of the most scenic coves and pristine beaches on Pašman Island are inaccessible by public bus. Rent a car to explore secret coastal routes, viewpoints, and unspoiled swimming spots at your own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pašman Island Beaches
Useful tips for swimmers, families with children, and boaters visiting Pašman Island.
Which are the top "Sheltered from Jugo (SE)" beaches in Pašman? ▾
There are 3 officially monitored swimming spots matching "Sheltered from Jugo (SE)" in Pašman. Top verified locations include: Studenac (45°), Uvala Sv. Kuzmana (16°), Uvala Svetog Luke (22°), with 3 rated "Excellent" under EU bathing water standards.
How does MareSpot verify "Sheltered from Jugo (SE)" in Pašman? ▾
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.
Kako se stiže na Pašman? ▾
Trajektom Biograd na Moru - Tkon (Pašman) plovidba traje samo 15 minuta. Može se doći i preko otoka Ugljana (most Ždrelac).
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