Strand von Zadar
Strand von Zadar (Puntamica) is a small, clean pebble beach in a quiet part of Zadar known for impressively clear water and good snorkeling. It offers free showers, a changing cabin, and a nearby bar and restaurant, with several cleared sea entrances. Space is limited, so it can feel crowded during peak daytime hours.
- Best time:
- Late spring to early autumn for warm swimming; visit in the evening or early morning to avoid the daytime crowds and find towel space.
- Who it's for:
- Snorkelers and couples wanting a scenic, tranquil pebble cove close to Zadar's Sea Organ.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“A pleasant pebble beach with clear water”
- Water quality
- clean and clear
“Beautiful crystal clear water”
- Family friendly
- partial
“ideal for children”
- Bar
- yes
“The bar and a restaurant is close”
- Restaurant
- yes
“The bar and a restaurant is close”
- Showers
- yes
“Showers to rinse off the salt are free”
- Parking
- available nearby
“Parking and a bar nearby”
- Snorkeling
- yes
“Perfect for snorkeling, with plenty of fish right off the shore”
- Diving
- yes
“the bottom is dangerous, yet beautiful for diving”
- Cleanliness
- very clean
“A very beautiful and clean beach”
- Crowd level
- mixed - can get crowded during day
“It can get a bit crowded at times”
- Changing facilities
- yes
“plus a changing cabin and a shower”
- Beach size
- small
“Great small beach with pebble stones”
Good to know
- sea urchins — “there are small urchins in the water under the stones”
- slippery rocks — “the rocks are slippery”
- sudden deep water — “it quickly gets deep where there are many sea urchins”
Pros
- +Clean, crystal-clear water
- +Excellent snorkeling with abundant marine life
- +Free showers and a changing cabin
- +Bar and restaurant nearby
- +Quiet, scenic location close to the Sea Organ
Cons
- −Small and narrow, gets crowded in the daytime
- −Sea urchins in the water under the rocks
- −Slippery rocks and quickly deepening water
- −Pebble/rock surface, not sandy
- −Water shoes recommended
FAQ
- Is there a shower at Strand von Zadar?
- Yes, reviewers mention free showers and a changing cabin, though one older review noted none directly on the beach.
- Is it good for snorkeling?
- Yes, visitors report fish, crabs, shrimp and clear water, making it ideal for snorkeling.
- Is it suitable for children?
- It can be, but caution is needed due to slippery rocks, sea urchins and water that gets deep quickly.
- Is it sandy?
- No, it is a pebble beach with rocks, so water shoes are recommended.
- Is there parking?
- Yes, at least one reviewer notes parking nearby.
Location
23000, Zadar, Croatia
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