Plaża Publiczna Punta Rata 2
Punta Rata in Brela is a world-renowned pebble beach backed by fragrant pine forest and framed by the iconic Brela Stone and views toward Brač and Mt Biokovo. The water is famously crystal clear and the beach carries a Blue Flag, with showers, sunbed rentals, and a nearby bar/restaurant. It's excellent for snorkeling and family swimming, though it gets crowded in peak season and parking is paid and limited.
- Best time:
- Late May to early June or September–October for clear water with fewer crowds; arrive before noon in summer to secure parking.
- Who it's for:
- Families, couples, and nature lovers wanting a scenic, clean pebble beach with easy amenities.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“This beautiful pebble beach was named one of the top 10 most beautiful beaches”
- Water quality
- excellent, crystal clear
“The water here is unbelievably crystal clear”
- Family friendly
- yes
“Absolutely wonderful place to spend the day with the family”
- Bar
- yes
“There's a restaurant & bar just next to it”
- Restaurant
- yes
“There's a restaurant & bar just next to it”
- Showers
- yes
“it offers all the necessary amenities like showers”
- Parking
- paid, large lot ~4€/hour or 20€/day (one review cites 30€/day); fills by noon
“Parking costs 4 euro per hour or 20 euro per day”
- Sunbeds
- yes
“amenities like showers, sunbed rentals, and nearby cafes”
- Snorkeling
- yes
“excellent spot for snorkeling”
- Cleanliness
- very clean, though occasional littering reported
“very clean, stunning clear water”
- Crowd level
- busy in peak summer, quiet off-season
“already quite crowded”
Good to know
- Cooler water than nearby beaches — “colder water than in other places though”
- Occasional litter left by visitors — “empty bottles on the beach and cigarette stubs under every pebble”
Pros
- +Exceptionally clear, blue water
- +Scenic pine forest providing shade right to the shoreline
- +Blue Flag cleanliness and good amenities
- +Great snorkeling and iconic Brela Stone views
- +Seaside promenade linking to neighboring beaches
Cons
- −Parking is paid, expensive, and fills up by midday
- −Very crowded during peak summer season
- −Water can be cooler than at other nearby beaches
- −Pebble/rock underfoot (water shoes helpful)
- −One negative report about the adjacent restaurant's food and service
FAQ
- Is Punta Rata a sandy beach?
- No, it's a pebble beach, which means no sand to carry home but water shoes can be handy.
- Is there parking at the beach?
- Yes, there's a large paid lot near the beach (around 4€/hour or 20€/day, with one review citing 30€/day). It fills by noon in summer, and roadside parking is prohibited.
- Is it good for snorkeling?
- Yes, reviewers repeatedly call it an excellent snorkeling spot thanks to the crystal-clear water and rocky sections.
- Are there facilities like showers and food?
- Yes, there are showers, sunbed rentals, and a restaurant and bar next to the beach.
- When is the best time to avoid crowds?
- Late spring (late May/early June) and autumn (September–October) are far quieter while still enjoyable.
Location
Filipinska, 21322, Brela, Croatia
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