The harbour of Biograd na Moru, Northern Dalmatia, Croatia

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Biograd na Moru

A former royal town and modern sailing resort on a small peninsula.

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QUICK INFORMATION

COUNTRY
Croatia
REGION
Northern Dalmatia
BEST TIME TO VISIT
May–June and September for sailing and quiet
DURATION
1 day

ABOUT THE DESTINATION

Biograd na Moru is a small resort town on a peninsula between Zadar and Šibenik, a former seat of the Croatian kings and now a sailing and beach resort. Its old town holds a couple of churches and a small museum from its royal past, while its marinas make it a leading sailing base for the Kornati islands.

MAP & LOCATION

Biograd na Moru

HISTORY & CULTURE

The Story Behind the Place

Biograd was a seat of the Croatian kings in the 11th century and the site of a royal coronation, but it was destroyed by the Venetians in 1125 and later by the Ottomans, leaving only fragments of its royal past. Its modern life is as a resort and sailing centre, built around its marinas and beaches.

FOOD & DRINK

WHERE TO EAT

01

Konobas along the harbour

02

Beachside restaurants and beach bars

HOTELS & STAYS

WHERE TO STAY

01

Hotel Ilirija — resort near the town beach

02

Apartments and marina accommodation

ITINERARIES

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WEATHER

Biograd na Moru — Current conditions & forecast

Forecast data from Open-Meteo. Updated regularly.

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