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Beaches in Istria are known for their beautiful coves and crystal-clear sea. The Istrian coast, as magnificent as it is, together with the islands has a total length of 539,9 km. From the westernmost point in Savudrija to Premantura in the south, Istria abounds with peculiar sandy and pebble beaches, hidden coves, and breathtaking landscapes. In Istria, you will find nudist beaches or beaches for dogs as well. You will come across beautiful beaches on the entire Istrian peninsula, but the most numerous beaches in Istria are located on the west coast. Below is a list of the best beaches in Istria that you should not miss on your Istria holiday.
Our list of best sandy beaches in Istria
If you are spending your vacation on the Istrian peninsula, do not miss visiting some of the following sandy beaches that will delight you with their untouched nature and beautiful scenery. Sandy beaches in Istria are ideal for a family holiday, where you can relax and let your children play in a safe environment. Some of the best sandy beaches in Istria are located on the west coast of Istria.
For example, there is the beach Koversada, a sandy beach located in Vrsar. Valalta Beach in Rovinj is a sandy beach with fine pebbles and is ideal for the elderly. In the south, in the town of Fažana near Pula, there is the sandy beach Bi Val. In Premantura, there is another famous sandy beach called Cape Kamenjak. Some other interesting sandy beaches that are ideal for a family holiday in Medulin are Bijeca Beach and the beach called Pješčana Uvala in Pula.
Pula beaches
Pula, a beautiful historical city with preserved Roman monuments, located in the very south of the Istrian peninsula, is home to numerous beaches that will enchant you at first sight. One of the most famous beaches in Pula is certainly the beach called Havajka. The name, which reflects the Pacific coast with waves, is no coincidence, and this beach, although only 30 m long, is extremely popular among young people.
Some of the more interesting Pula beaches are Ambrela Beach, Stoja Beach, Histria Beach, Valkane Beach, and Brioni Beach, which offers an enchanting view of the nearby Brijuni islands. The sandy beach in Pula called Pješčana Uvala (Sandy Bay) is perfect for children, and it also has a children's playground. This beach also has access for the disabled. The best beaches near Pula are located in Medulin and Premantura.
Rovinj beaches
A little north of Pula is Rovinj, another historic town with a rich culture and beautiful beaches. Some of Rovinj’s beaches are Amarin Beach, which is characterized by a diverse coast made of pebbles and rocks. Other beaches in Rovinj are also Valdaliso Beach, Porton Biondin Beach, Baluota Beach, Mulini Beach Rovinj, Lone Beach, and others. One of the most famous beaches near Rovinj is located on the island of Sveti Andrija. The best sandy beaches in Rovinj are Veštar Beach and Kuvi Beach.
Umag beaches
Umag, a city on the west coast of Istria, has some of the best beaches in Istria. For example, Osmica Beach is a paved sandy beach perfect for families with children. It is 2 km from the center of Umag and is located in the Stella Maris resort, where the Laguna Stella Maris Beach is also located. The main beach in Umag, called Punta Beach is located in the village of Punta, while in the vicinity of Umag, there are numerous other sandy and pebble beaches. For example, Polynesia Beach Umag is located in the Katoro resort near Umag, and it has been awarded the Blue Flag.
Poreč beaches
The beaches in Poreč are very diverse and abound with additional sports and entertainment facilities. The coast of Poreč together with the islands is 37 km long, and as many as 21 Poreč beaches have been awarded the Blue Flag. Some of the most beautiful beaches are Astra Beach, Bellevue Beach, Borik Beach, and Plava Laguna Beach Poreč. There are as well some other interesting beaches near Poreč, such as Oliva Beach, which is located on the islet of Sveti Nikola opposite Poreč.
Vrsar beaches
Vrsar is located between Poreč and Rovinj, a picturesque place with numerous hidden bays and beautiful beaches. Beaches in Vrsar that you must visit are Beach Porto Sole, city beach called Montraker, Valkanela Beach, or Belvedere Beach located within the tourist resort of the same name. One of the best Vrsar beaches is a natural and sandy beach Koversada. In Vrsar, there are also numerous beaches for dogs located near Orsera, Porto Sole, and Koversada campsites.
Medulin beaches
In the very south of Istria is Medulin, a beautiful town with some of the most famous Istrian beaches. Among the beaches in Medulin is the pebble beach Skrape, which is characterized by a rocky coast. One of the sandy beaches in Medulin is Bijeca Medulin beach, 1 km long and located in the center of Medulin. On the other hand, there is also the modern Belvedere beach, which, in addition to lifeguards, showers, and deck chairs, has Wi-Fi internet and stairs to the sea. Alba Chiara Beach is located in the extension of the two mentioned Medulin beaches.
Fažana beaches
In the town of Fažana, located north of Pula, there are some other famous Istrian beaches, such as the beach called Dječje igralište (Children's Playground Beach). This public Fažana beach offers numerous additional sports and gastronomic facilities, and as its name suggests, facilities for children. Another public beach in Fažana called Fažana Sjever (Fažana North) offers an unforgettable view of the Brijuni National Park and the sunset. Pineta Beach is located 2 km from Fažana, and some of the unmissable beaches in Fažana are Badel Beach and Valbandon Beach Fažana.
Villas on the beach in Istria
If you have decided to spend your vacation in the ambiance of modern luxury, you will surely like the offer of our villas on the beach in Istria. For example, the beautiful luxury Villa Sealine is one of the beach villas located in an isolated place near Pula, and it is only 400 m distance from the sea.
If you are looking for a safe escape from everyday life and perfect seclusion in the surrounding of untouched nature, you will surely like one of our sea-view villas, such as Villa Panoramica in Koromačno or Villa Saturea in Gornji Rabac. Another villa in Gornji Rabac that will amaze you with a breathtaking sea view is Villa Mayan or Villa Ateneum in Labin.
