An old fishing settlement, Pirovac is located on the coastline not even 30 km from Šibenik, a major point of nautical traffic in the region. Circled with forest covered hinterland, lake Vrana and the sea, Pirovac represents an interesting mix of all the Adriatic has to offer. The Bay of Pirovac is very indented into the mainland, making it a perfect location for coastal explorations and despite the relatively small size of Pirovac, renting a yacht or hiring a skipper is an easy thing to do.
Why choose Pirovac as you starting point?
Pirovac offers many sites for curious visitors - natural marvels, clean beaches and transparent waters, all the while being greeted by locals with smiles so welcoming, they warm your heart. Exploring hidden natural gems won’t be hard to do in Pirovac. Beautiful scenery harmoniously blends with historical sites and archeological antiquities. Local Pirovac cuisine, with fresh and locally grown ingredients, will provide nourishment for exciting sailing excursions.
What to do and see on your yacht charter holiday in Pirovac?
Old town Pirovac, though relatively small in scale, conceals ancient history. The medieval walls and The village gates stand as a testament of times when Pirovac was a significant center of the knights Templar, on their way to the Crusades. Night time events, like the feast of St. George or Pirovac Night, will entertain the visitors and passers-by. Pirovac is also a settlement with beautiful beaches: Lolic Beach with the prestigious Blue Flag award, the pebbly Miran beach or the beaches in the Makirina cove, south of Pirovac. The „Island of Love“, Mojster or Sustipanac are all names for an island located directly opposite to Pirovac known for the medicinal mud found in there which is used for the healing properties it possesses. Near the town, Nature park Vransko lake awaits visitors to observe the many species of plants and animals found here, especially bird species, as it is an important nesting area for many endangered birds.
When is the best time to sail in Pirovac?
The town of Pirovac predominantly has warm and hot summers, temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius are a common thing. Because the town is located in a bay with sea temperatures 4 degrees higher than in the rest of the Adriatic, a mild climate is inherent to Pirovac. July, August, and June are the hottest months, with mid July boasting 32 degrees Celsius during the day. The month with the lowest chance of precipitation is August followed by July, with wind being mostly calm, dry and steady, creating the perfect sailing conditions.