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Find your kind of beach in Kvarner

A beach is more than the colour of the water. Sand or pebbles, a town close by or a longer approach: choose the details that will shape your day. Begin with these three established places, then explore the coast around your own base.

Baška bay and town beneath the limestone hills of Krk
Baška, Krk© Carsten Steger · Photo credits

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At a glance
BeachSettingA good fit for
Vela plaža · BaškaPebbles; a broad bay on KrkFor a beach day beside the town
Rajska plaža · LoparSand; on the island of RabFor travellers looking for a sandy shore
Gradsko kupalište · CrikvenicaA town beach with sandy areasFor a stay on the mainland coast

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Choose for the whole day

Baška’s Vela plaža runs along the town, while Rajska plaža sits in Lopar, a different base from Rab old town. Crikvenica puts a mainland town close to the beach. Think about lunch, shade and the walk home as well as swimming. A place that fits your daily routine can be more rewarding than travelling across the region to tick off a famous view.

The details to check before setting out

Check current beach access, parking, any charges and facilities with the local tourist board or operator. For step-free access, ask about the full route from your accommodation to the water; a beach label alone is not enough. Shade, sea conditions and seasonal services vary. Bring what you need for the day and follow the instructions displayed locally.

Good to know

Are there sandy beaches in Kvarner?

Yes. Rajska plaža in Lopar on Rab is a well-known sandy beach, and Crikvenica’s town beach has sandy areas. Baška’s Vela plaža on Krk is a pebble beach. Choose the exact beach rather than assuming an island has one type of shore.

Places

Kvarner / One place. A different feeling.

Plan your journey

Choose one rhythm and give it time. Build a flexible outline for three, five or seven nights, with room for the journey itself.

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