Plaža Potočine
Plaža Potočine is a small pebble beach near Bol's famous Zlatni Rat, praised for its scenic views, ample natural shade and a lively, highly rated beach bar with good food. Reviewers enjoy the calm atmosphere and range of water sports, though the beach is largely dominated by paid sunbeds. Bring water shoes for the stony entry, as cleanliness can vary.
- Best time:
- Summer for water sports and the bar; arrive early in high season to secure space, as sunbeds fill most of the beach by day.
- Who it's for:
- Beachgoers who want shade, good food and water sports near Zlatni Rat, and don't mind pebbles or renting a sunbed.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“not sand but pebbles and stones”
- Water quality
- clear/beautiful
“Beautiful water”
- Bar
- yes
“the best beach bar in Bol”
- Restaurant
- yes
“Few places to eat down on front with some very tasty food”
- Sunbeds
- yes
“Sun loungers took up 99% of the beach”
- Surfing
- yes
“Lots of water sport activities, windsurfering”
- Cleanliness
- mixed
“Fair bit of trash lying around not the cleanest beaches”
- Crowd level
- quiet
“Very quiet”
- Water sports
- windsurfing, boats, water skiing, bumper tubes
“windsurfering, boats, skiing etc”
- Beach size
- small
“it's not big”
Good to know
- Tricky, stony entry into the water — water shoes recommended — “Entering water can be tricky in places so always best to have suitable footwear”
- Litter/trash sometimes present — “Fair bit of trash lying around”
Pros
- +Plenty of natural shade
- +Well-regarded beach bar and food (pizza, kebabs)
- +Wide range of water sports available
- +Beautiful, clear water and scenic views
- +Generally quiet and calm
- +Close to Zlatni Rat
Cons
- −Sunbeds occupy most of the beach, little free space
- −Sunbed/lounger prices have risen
- −Pebbly, tricky water entry — footwear needed
- −Litter reported at times
FAQ
- Is Plaža Potočine sandy?
- No, it is a pebble and stone beach, so water shoes are recommended for comfort and easier water entry.
- Is there shade?
- Yes, reviewers note plenty of natural shade, with some saying you may not even need an umbrella.
- Can I find a free spot without renting a sunbed?
- It can be difficult — several visitors report sunbeds taking up almost the entire beach.
- Are there water sports?
- Yes, including windsurfing, boat rides, water skiing and inflatable bumper tubes.
- Is there food and drink nearby?
- Yes, there is a popular beach bar and eateries serving pizza, cocktails and kebabs.
Location
Put Zlatnog Rata, 21420, Bol, Croatia
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