Kvarner provides the fastest way to a peaceful cruise on the Adriatic, and Marina Punat is a safe choice for a home port, which can easily become your second home
When we consider where to go to the seaside, some places on the map seem very distant, but they are actually closer to us than it seems. The island of Krk, for example. Although it is physically further away from the Montenegrin coast, for example, thanks to good highways, the Adriatic Sea in the Kvarner Bay is the closest warm sea, ideal for a nautical vacation. In just 5 to 6 hour drive, you can reach Kvarner and the island of Krk, and then set off on a relaxed cruise on the Adriatic.
Globally less famous, but nevertheless interesting places in the Kvarner Bay are the cradle of Croatian tourism. The Opatija and Crikvenica Riviera with beautiful Art Nouveau villas and hotels nestled in Kvarner, as well as the island of Rab with an unforgettable view of the old town and Paradise Beach in Lopar, the largest sandy beach in the Adriatic. In the vicinity is the wilderness of the island of Cres with secluded hidden coves, as well as the island of vitality, Lošinj, with its fragrant pine forest and an air of true luxury. In addition to the largest island in the Adriatic, the island of Krk, there is also a number of small islands where you can stop, swim and refresh, find shelter from the wind or simply spend the night peacefully.
One hundred years of tradition in shipbuilding and almost 60 years of tradition in nautical tourism are a guarantee of professional attitude, high quality service and a warm welcome provided by Marina Punat
More experienced sailors will set off from Kvarner and head further south, along Pag and Dugi otok all the way to the Kornati, in search of adventure.
The nautical center of Kvarner is Marina Punat on the island of Krk, the largest and oldest marina in the northern Adriatic. Thanks to the bridge that connects Krk to the mainland, it is easily accessible and is home to more than 1,300 yachts that are located here throughout the year, both in the sea and on dry berth. The flags in front of the marina announce that this international “nautical village” gathers sailors from 15 countries, mostly from Germany, Austria and Slovenia, as well as their neighboring countries.
One hundred years of tradition in shipbuilding and almost 60 years of tradition in nautical tourism are a guarantee of professional attitude, high quality service and a warm welcome to all boaters coming in good faith, who quickly make themselves at home there. Due to the excellent transport connections, the owners of boats located in the Marina Punat come more often and stay longer on their boats, so they consider the marina as their second home. The popularity of Marina Punat was confirmed by the award “My Favorite Marina” for 2021 Nautical Patrol of Jutarnji list, according to surveys of more than 1000 boaters along the Adriatic, and professional attitude and top quality of service are confirmed by international certificates THYA, ISO and recommendations of German car club ADAC for almost years.
Contact: Marina Punat
