Plaža Soline
Plaža Soline in Biograd na Moru is a lively, family-oriented beach with shallow, warm and clean water and abundant shade from pine trees and rentable umbrellas. Though marketed as sandy, the shore is mostly small stones/gravel with a sandy seabed, so water shoes help. A full promenade of restaurants, bars, shops and water activities lines the beach, which buzzes with party life at night — but it is often crowded and on the pricey side.
- Best time:
- Early morning on weekdays (Mon–Fri) to beat the crowds; peak summer season for the full range of activities and nightlife.
- Who it's for:
- Families with young children and social visitors who want amenities, shade and lively nightlife rather than quiet seclusion.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- mixed
“officialy sandy but in fact gravel type”
- Water quality
- clean, warm, shallow
“Water is very clean and warm”
- Family friendly
- yes
“extensive shallow waters ideal for small children”
- Bar
- yes
“Beach has few bars and a small store”
- Restaurant
- yes
“lot of restaurants and fast food objects”
- Showers
- yes
“showers, paid toilett (5kuna)”
- Toilets
- yes
“paid toilett (5kuna)”
- Parking
- yes, small lot, ~8 kuna/hour (no card)
“Parking near the beach cost 8 kuna pr hour and don't accept visa card”
- Sunbeds
- yes
“rentable sun shades”
- Surfing
- yes
“funny activities like water bikes, surfing, adrenaline park”
- Cleanliness
- generally clean, occasional litter
“only the cleanliness (garbage) could be better”
- Crowd level
- crowded
“Always full of people”
- Water sports
- water bikes, surfing, jet ski, water slides, adrenaline park
“water bikes, surfing, adrenaline park, jet ski, and water slides”
- Beach size
- medium
“The beach is maybe not that big”
Good to know
- Rocky/pebbly shore entry — water shoes recommended — “the beach is quite rocky, I suggest getting the swimming shoes”
- Water can get murky when very crowded on weekends — “weekends are a bit crowdy and the water becomes a bit dirty”
Pros
- +Shallow, warm, clean water ideal for kids and non-swimmers
- +Excellent shade from pine forest and rentable umbrellas
- +Wide range of restaurants, bars, shops and food stands
- +Many water sports and a playground
- +Lively promenade with nightlife, concerts and cocktail bars
Cons
- −Frequently very crowded, especially weekends and peak season
- −Rocky/gravel shore entry — water shoes advised
- −Prices are notably high for food and services
- −Showers and toilets are paid; small parking lot
- −Water can turn murky and litter appears when busy
FAQ
- Is Plaža Soline sandy?
- Officially described as sandy, but the shore is mostly small stones/gravel with a sandy seabed once you enter deeper water; water shoes are recommended.
- Is it good for children?
- Yes — the shallow, warm water, playground and plentiful shade make it very family-friendly.
- Are there toilets and showers?
- Yes, but they are paid (toilets reported around 5 kuna, and showers are also charged).
- Is parking available?
- There is a small parking lot near the beach, reported at about 8 kuna per hour and cash-only.
- When is the best time to avoid crowds?
- Come early in the morning, ideally on a weekday, as the beach is usually full and busiest on weekends.
Location
23210, Biograd na Moru, Croatia
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