Visit Dvrenik Veli: A Quaint Retreat Away from Tourism

A quaint small harbor reminiscent of Croatia many years ago

GPS Coordinates

43 27.088′ N

016 08.602′ E

Approach and Docking

The pier is municipal and at the time of our passage (end of February) no one collected fees. Electrical connections (2025) were out of order and there was no water available.

Berthing is either alongside, if there is enough space, or anchored with stern lines

The bottom does not hold much, and with NE there is katabatic wind pushing towards the pier. Use caution, raise the platform and protect with fenders. Depth is more than sufficient, except towards the landside part.

The E end of the harbor is where the ferry docks. The SE section is shallower. There are many small local boats at anchor.

Located inside a deep narrow bay and protected by a breakwater, Dvrenik Veli provides a safe harbor in most conditions. It is also a quaint little village, less touched by mass tourism. There are a few small shops and some konoba. Nice old stone buildings flank the harbour.

The village is not deserted but almost everything is closed, the season begins in April and ends mid-October. The access to the pier from the village may prove a little hard if you have limited mobility. It can also be challenging if you need to carry weights. If you plan to refill at one of the shops on the other side of the jetty, use your dinghy. It is simpler this way. This can make transporting loads easier.

S/YJane & Darcy

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