Falling in love with Murter is the easiest thing to do in the world, because nowhere else is there to be found such a splendid mix of natural beauties and sailing conditions. Murter is located in the northern part of the Sibenik region and commands over one hundred islands, isles and reefs in the Kornati archipelago, where the rugged terrain gives a way to rocky beaches. The Kornati Arhipelago is a large cluster of pristine islands, mainly untouched by man and designated on UNESCO protection zone as well as being proclaimed National Park, situated near the town and island of Murter, which serves as a perfect base for exploring all that Kornati have to offer. Noteworthy is also the level of historic heritage contained in this region. More than a thousand year`s worth of past events that unfolded around these parts, including foreign invasion, pirate plundering and sea battles, make Murter a place truly worth visiting.
What to do and see on your yacht charter in Murter?
The biggest and the oldest settlement on the island of Murter is the town of Murter. The island is separated by a narrow canal, making it car accessible. Chartering a yacht in Murter means you get to skip crowds on beaches, lines in front of taxi boats or any other unwanted elements on a perfect sailing holiday. Propelled by modern maritime infrastructure and service, Murter satisfies the harsh criteria the international sailing community poses on potential sailing hubs. Repairing and refuelling, as well as hiring a skipper or chartering a bareboat yacht - these are all options that can be performed in Murter marinas, with exceptionally high attention to details and as professionally and swiftly as possible. The locals practice fishing and farming, with Murter being famous for the quality of fresh seafood. Figs and grapes are other popular cultures grown around Murter, with Murter wines being known for their full taste and affordability. Sightseeing in the old town of Murter means walking on polished stone streets, that flow like streams through small squares and simple houses, reaching holy sites and churches, like the church of Our Lady in Gradina and the parish church of St. Mihovil. The most famous and most accessible beaches around Murter include the sandy beaches found in bay of Slanica, as well as the sandy beaches of Cigrada and Podvrske. The most attractive thing about visiting Murter surely is the Kornati archipelago, a gem of nature in form of more than a hundred white islands, untouched by man, safeguarding an amazing array of aquatic life. Kornati are the ideal place for snorkelling and diving because of the diversity of the underwater fauna. Here, sailors can observe, through transparent water surface, the aquatic life below. Outside the island of Murter and the Kornati Archipelago, major points of interest include Sibenik, a city stock full of architectural and archaeological wonders, as well as interesting summer festivals and other manifestation of cultural and entertaining nature. For an exciting night out, enthusiastic party goers should not look further than Vodice, a well known epicentre of local nightlife. The national park of Krka also offers plenty of opportunities for enjoying the best nature has to offer.
Sailing season - When to charter in Murter
The weather conditions in Murter are perfect for sailing from early May to early October, with chartering during the summer season always being more booked and more expensive than chartering in Spring or Autumn. Murter, like all southern Dalmatian cities, enjoys all the features of a typical Mediterranean climate. The summers here are always hot and rarely see any rainfall and the winters are mostly wet, windy and mild. The average temperatures from April to May rarely climb above 25 degrees, but from June to August the average air temperatures climb above 30 degrees Celsius. After September, temperatures start to drop as the wind starts to pick up the speed, rarely surpassing 3-5 knots, the norm during the summer season.