Location
Dalmatia is Croatia’s most popular region. Pirovac is located in the middle of this, only a little more than 20 km from Sibenik. Its location makes it ideal to discover the neighbourhood, it can be found on the shore of Pirovac bay and in front of the island of Murter. The old town was built on a small island. The number of inhabitants isn’t more than 2, 000 people, which makes it a charming and a little rustic place. It is a Mediterranean village, where locals all know each other.
History of Pirovac
The region has been inhabited since the Roman age. Due to its excellent location, Pirovac has always been very popular for the summer vacations of rich families. According to legends, it was called the “wicked village” a while ago, because locals poured oil on the invading Turks from the town wall. However, when you walk in the town, you wouldn’t believe this legend, as it has such a positive atmosphere.
Beach options on Pirovac
As Pirovac is located in a hidden bay, it has a beautiful and very popular beach. The waves are not too high and the water gets on average four degrees warmer than in other parts of the Adriatic Sea. The beaches are usually covered by small pebbles.
Lolic beach:
It is the most popular beach in the town with a blue flag distinction, which means that the water quality is excellent. If you prefer active holidays, you’ll find everything here for exciting and pleasant entertainment.
Makirina beach:
Makirina bay is one of the most beautiful bays in Pirovac. Its beach is most famous among swimmers for its healing mud. The mud together with the special climate character of the place (high temperature and humidity) has an especially beneficial effect on health, mostly for rheumatic and locomotor diseases.
Miran beach:
The favourite of families in Pirovac. Water level will gradually get deeper and it is surrounded by Mediterranean plants. Also, lovers of water sports find good opportunities here, you can rent several kinds of equipment here.
Do you want to discover the beaches of other islands? Renting a boat or yacht makes it easy for you to visit the island of Sustipanac. Our yacht charter Pirovac list.
Main attractions in Pirovac
Pirovac is a place of calmness and leisure, but don’t think that you’re in a boring town. Pirovac has a rich history and hiking programs and local gastronomy is also famous. The typical local cherry type Maraska is used to make both liqueurs and cocktails.
Town wall:
The town wall that dates back to the 16th century served town defence from four sides. Today you can only see the ruins of the northern side that makes you remember the town’s history.
Vrána lake:
Visit Croatia’s largest natural lake, which is only a little further than 20 km from Pirovac. The lake is 14 km long and hosts almost 250 species of birds.
Saint Stephen Island:
Discover the ruins of a Roman age settlement on Saint Stephen Island in front of the town. Visit the picturesque island of Sustipanac, where you can also admire a partly preserved monastery from the Middle Ages.
Weather of Pirovac
Pirovac has a pleasant Mediterranean climate with lots of sunshine, dry and hot summer and mild and humid winter. Pirovac weather information.
Rent a boat in Pirovac
If you decide to rent a boat or a yacht, choose Kornat and Krka National Parks. Besides the natural wonders consisting of many small islands, the sea around them is also marvellous. Already the sea miracles on the way there, the rippling blue sea and the sight of hills will give you an experience you’ll never forget. If you want to get further from the noise of the world, but you still want to spend your time actively, then certainly Pirovac is your best choice. Just think of holding a glass of nice local wine in your hand, admiring wonderful sunsets from the bays, and watching the waves created by boats. The discovery of local islands also invites you to boating adventures and unforgettable minutes. Find yacht routes in Dalmatia or choose another yacht charter in Dalmatia.
The climate diagrams are based on 30 years of hourly weather model simulations. They give good indications of typical climate patterns and expected conditions (temperature, precipitation, sunshine, and wind). The “mean daily maximum” (solid red line) shows the maximum temperature of an average day for every month for Pirovac. Likewise, the “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature.
The wind rose for Pirovac shows how many hours per year the wind blows from the indicated direction. The diagram for Pirovac shows the days per month, during which the wind reaches a certain speed.
