Yacht charter in Vrsar
Vrsar is located on the west coast of the Istrian peninsula. To the south of the town is the entrance to the Limski Channel, a little further south is Rovinj. On the north side Porec is not far. Besides the lively seaside resorts, the west coast offers dreamy bays, lovely islands and breathtaking sunsets. Destinations of a yacht charter from Vrsar can be Slovenia and Italy in the north and west as well as the Croatian islands in the southeast.
The marina of Vrsar in Istra
Due to its favorable location, the marina is easily accessible by car from German-speaking countries. It is located about 350 kilometers from Graz and a good 600 kilometers from Munich. From the Villach interchange there is the possibility to drive to Trieste via Italy or Ljubljana. From there, the highway leads in the direction of Pula. From the Medaki exit, vacationers can reach the Vrsar marina. The nearest airports are located in Pula, Portoroz
For renting a motor yacht in Istria, Vrsar is an ideal starting point, because the small town is located quite centrally on the west coast. The marina is well protected in a small bay, not far from the center of the village. Yacht rental from Istria is very popular here because of the friendly and attentive service. There are about 200 berths, sanitary facilities and some guarded parking places. There is a boat refueling station in the neighboring municipal harbor. When approaching the port, navigation must take into account some shoals in addition to the islands.
Sailing trip from Vrsar
In the marina there are several restaurants, a supermarket and a store for nautical supplies. Here you will find everything you need for a yacht charter in Vrsar before starting your journey. In high season, the quiet former fishing village turns into a vibrant resort with a lively nightlife.
The village is terraced from the harbor. Worth seeing is the St. Martin's church with its separate bell tower, which stands at the highest point, about 54 meters above the sea. Near the church is the Casanova lookout, which allows a beautiful view of the yachts. Vrsar is the summer residence of the Bishop of Porec and still has a Romanesque town gate.
While yacht chartering in Vrsar, it is worthwhile to walk or bike along the Limski Canal. At the end of the eleven kilometer long canal are the ruins of the medieval Dvigrad. It was abandoned at the beginning of the 17th century after a malaria pandemic. The canal is under a strict protection and cannot be navigated by private boats. There are several beaches, some of which are reserved for nudists. The island of Koversada, accessible by a bridge, hosts a nudist park.
The area in front of the Marina Vrsar
Vrsar is a beautiful place for sailing off Istria. In front of the town stretches an archipelago of 18 islands, which offer beautiful beaches and lush vegetation. The sailing area is not too demanding. In summer the prevailing wind is the Maestral. The fair weather wind blows from the northwest starting in the morning and reaches its peak around 2 pm. It provides ideal conditions for catamaran rental in Istria. The occasional bora blowing from the northwest is treacherous. The sirocco (jugo) can blow strongly from the southeast and brings rain.
The area in front of Marina Vrsar
Vrsar is a beautiful place for sailing off Istria. In front of the town stretches an archipelago of 18 islands, which offer beautiful beaches and lush vegetation. The sailing area is not too demanding. In summer the prevailing wind is the Maestral. The fair weather wind blows from the northwest starting in the morning and reaches its peak around 2 pm. It provides ideal conditions for catamaran rental in Istria. The occasional bora blowing from the northwest is treacherous. The sirocco (jugo) can blow strongly from the southeast and brings rain.
Yacht charter in Vrsar and sail north along the west coast
The west coast offers many highlights, which are suitable as a stopover for a cruise. To the north, the more than 2,000-year-old town of Porec quickly comes into view, which to this day preserves evidence of its glorious days under the Romans. While sailing around Istria, it is worth visiting the old town, which juts into the sea as a peninsula. The Euphrasius Basilica, built in the sixth century, is worth seeing. In the hinterland near Nova Vas is the karst cave Baredine, which has beautiful stalactites. It is one of the natural beauties worth a trip if you rent a catamaran in Istria. Guided tours are also available in German.
Novigrad is a pretty little coastal town worth heading to when yacht chartering from Vrsar. The town was completely surrounded by a wall in the Middle Ages, parts of which are still standing today. The center is characterized by numerous medieval buildings, which make the former fishing village a popular destination. Worth seeing are the parish church of St. Pelagius and the neighboring bell tower as well as the Rigo Palace from the Venetian period. Beautiful photo motifs can be found at the town loggia Belvedere and the romantic streets decorated with colorful umbrellas.
Far to the north, Umag is another town with a medieval flair waiting to be discovered. A few nautical miles to the north is the Savudrija lighthouse, the oldest still active tower in Croatia. The coast in front of the cape invites for diving during motor yacht rental for Istria. In crystal clear water some sunken ships can be discovered. Those who have no problem with customs formalities can continue to Piran. The harbor is quite small and not particularly well protected, but the climb to the nearby castle is well worth it. Strolling through the alleys of the picturesque old town is also recommended.
Yacht for rent Istria
A charter fleet to be proud of! An excerpt of some popular yacht models is: Bavaria Cruiser 46, Bavaria Cruiser 37, Bavaria Cruiser 41, Beneteau 45, Beneteau 46.1, Fountaine Pajot 40, Fountaine Pajot 42 and motor yachts like Sealine 430 and the Bavaria E40.
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