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Marina Lav (Podstrana) – Berths, Pilot & Wind Shelter

Podstrana · Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

🧭 GPS (DMS) 43° 29.59' N, 16° 31.99' E (43.4932° N, 16.5331° E)

🌊 Live Weather & Marine Conditions

🛡️
Calm sea – ideal mooring & anchoring

Wind is calm (3 kt / 6 km/h), with wave height under 0.02 m. Excellent overnight conditions.

Wind
3 kn (6 km/h)
Direction
E (Levante)
Waves
0.0 m
Sea temperature
19 °C
Air temperature
16 °C

🧭 Wind Shelter Compass Matrix

Natural Shelter Index: 60/100
🌬️ Bora (NE) Moderate caution

Moderate shelter; slight surge possible on outer pontoons or crosswinds during docking.

Wave fetch: ~0.6 km
🌊 Sirocco (SE) Moderate caution

Moderate shelter; slight surge possible on outer pontoons or crosswinds during docking.

Wave fetch: ~5.3 km
⚡ Libeccio (SW) Moderate caution

Moderate shelter; slight surge possible on outer pontoons or crosswinds during docking.

Wave fetch: ~8 km
☀️ Mistral (NW) Sheltered & Calm

Excellent protection; marina breakwaters and infrastructure provide a calm berth sheltered from Maestral.

Wave fetch: ~2.9 km

⚓ Nautical Specifications & Amenities

Berth / Buoy capacity
74
Maximum draught
3.5 m
Entrance depth
4 m
Berth / quay depth
2 – 3.5 m
Maximum vessel length (LOA)
40 m
VHF Working Channel
VHF 17
Seabed type
Sand, Mud
Anchor holding ground
Excellent (firm hold)
⚠️ Anchor holding ground: Excellent holding ground (sand/mud) provides deep penetration and firm anchor holding.
ℹ️ Depth notice: U sklopu Le Méridien hotela Lav, lukobranski bazen s dubinama 2 - 3.5 m. (Grand Hotel Lav Podstrana)
Boat amenities
💧 Fresh water ⚡ Shore power 🗑️ Waste disposal 📶 Wi-Fi internet 🍽️ Restaurant / Konoba 🚿 Showers & Toilets 🏨 Hotel 🧖 Wellness & Spa 🎰 Casino

🗺️ Nautical Pilot & Sea Depths (EMODnet & OpenSeaMap)

Slojevi: izobate (EMODnet Bathymetry, generalizirano) + OpenSeaMap Seamarks (oznake, svjetionici i plutače) · Mjerilo u nautičkim miljama (NM).

🏖️ Nearby Swimming Beach

If you plan on swimming or tendering ashore:

Le Meridien Lav

Podstrana · Udaljenost: ~283 m
💎 Kakvoća mora: Izvrsno
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🛡️ Alternative Safe Shelters within 25 km

Recommended bays and marinas in case of wind shifts:

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Skippers

What is the wind shelter like at Marina Lav (Podstrana)? ▾

The natural shelter score is 60/100. Shelter from Bora: moderate, Shelter from Jugo: moderate.

What is the maximum draught and berth capacity at Marina Lav (Podstrana)? ▾

Marina Lav (Podstrana) accommodates 74 berths with a maximum draught of 3.5 meters. VHF working channel: VHF 17.

⚠️ Official Maritime Disclaimer

Information on this page is strictly for general guidance and DOES NOT replace official nautical charts (HHI Pilot), official harbour master notices or orders of port authorities. Chart depths (EMODnet) are not intended for vessel navigation. Before sailing and anchoring, always verify official marine weather forecasts from DHMZ and the current concession status.