Boat rental Rovinj

Location of Rovinj

Rovinj is located between Porec and Pula, on the western shores of the Istrian Peninsula. The old town was built on a protruding cliff, and we can see the Church of Sant’Eufemia from a great distance. Thanks to its unique architecture, it is one of the most frequently visited Croatian towns, with a population of 15, 000 people.

Can you rent a boat in Rovinj – do I need a license?

Small boats (under a certain horsepower or length), electric boats, crewed yacht charters, gulet charters may not require a license. Larger boats or those with more powerful engines need a skipper’s license. Before you confirm your sailing trip to Trogir, please send us a copy and we will check it for you. You need to have the original copies with you on-board, so don’t forget to take them.
To sail from Trogir, one of the following qualifications is necessary: ICC (International Certificate of Competence), Int. IPC (International Proficiency Certificate, USA), NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), RYA Day Skipper Course, valid Navigational and VHF licenses. Alternatively: ICC (International Certificate of Competence), Int. IPC (International Proficiency Certificate, USA), NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials, Int.) OR: [UK] RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Certificate or higher, [USA] Sailing ‘Basic Keelboat’ or higher, [DE] ‘Sportbootführerschein See’ or higher, [FR] le Permis Plaisance Additionally, the following documents are necessary: Valid travel documents: USA citizens: EU regulations mandate USA passport holders to have at least three months of validity beyond the planned departure date from Croatia., European Union (EU) citizens: No visa required. Canadian citizens: No visa is required for stays up to 90 days.
If you do not have a skipper license, it is also possible to rent a boat with a skipper

Rent a boat Rovinj – the main ports

ACI Marina Rovinj

It is a modern and cosy port with a wonderful view. Thanks to a 20-million-euro investment, it is among the largest ports in Croatia. Everything is clean and in very good condition. They have excellent healthcare services. The port is divided into two parts. One of them is reserved for transit vessels, and the other was established for yachts stationing there during the whole year. 416 ships with a maximum length of 50 metres are allowed altogether.

Marina Nautica port of Novigrad

There are berths for 365 boats overall with a maximum length of 50 metres. The port in Novigrad is world-class, and there is also a 4-star hotel here where we can require maintenance for our boat and charge our batteries in the form of relaxing wellness. rent a boat Novigrad

Marina Porec

The Istrian Peninsula is a perfect starting point from where we can explore the colourful, buzzing towns located along the shores of the Adriatic Sea. Besides the opportunity to walk around the former fishing villages in Croatia, you can also easily get to the wonderful Italian cities. The port of Porec is located in a well-protected bay directly next to the centre. It can accommodate up to 120 boats with a draft of 3.5 metres. Porec sailing, boat rental Porec

ACI Marina Umag

The depth of water here is around 5 metres, and they offer the app. 480 berths for ships of all sizes. They can even accept 40-metre-long mega yachts. The port is clean, the staff is friendly and the restaurant is excellent. There is also free Wi-Fi, a charging station and a currency exchanger. rent a boat Umag

Marina of Vrsar

Vrsar is located in a bay perfectly protected by the surrounding islands. It is among the ports in the best condition on the northern shores of Istria. The port, which has 14-metre-deep waters, can accept 200 boats with a length up to 40 metres. rent a boat Vrsar

ACI Marina Pula

The port of Pula can be found in a giant natural bay. They have 200 berths for mega yachts as long as 40 metres. It is perfectly equipped. They have laundry, ATM and currency exchange. There is also a petrol station nearby, and we can rent a car, too. sailing in Pula ,boat rental Pula

ACI Marina Pomer

The port of Pomer can be found in Medulin Bay. They can accept more than 300 yachts. It is a modern port with free Wi-Fi. There is a fine spacious restaurant on the beach. The port offers everything that sailors may need. There is even a storehouse where they can keep their equipment such as bicycles or surfboards. Medulin sailing, rent a boat Medulin

Main sights in Rovinj

The Church of St. Euphemia

We can spot the bell tower of the church from a great distance. There is a wonderful view of the landscape from the top of the 62-meter-high building. Legend has it that if the statue in the tower is facing the sea, we can expect brilliant sunshine.

Town clock

The building, which used to serve as the southern bastion of the town, is visited by thousands of tourists today. It is an architectural masterpiece that has been renovated several times during the centuries. The famous lion of Saint Mark can also bee is seen on it; it was completed during the dominion of the Republic of Venice.

Balbi’s Arch

It is the most famous gate in town, connecting the main square to the old town. It is also decorated with a Turkish head with a turban from the outside and a bearded figure carved from Venetian stone from the inside.

Old town

While wandering in the labyrinth-like old town of Rovinj, we can get an insight into the authentic, old Italian way of life. The cobblestone streets will definitely amaze you too; make sure to bring your camera!

Lim Fjord

Lim Fjord is located near the town; it is a river with a length of 10 kilometres. The mountains forming a canyon are covered with rich Mediterranean flora. The sight of the unspoiled nature while rowing a boat on the sea is a perfect way of recreation.

You will find everything for a perfect vacation in this beautiful Croatian town. Besides the historical heritage, there are countless natural sights to see as well. Set sail and let the holiday begin! Find yacht routes in Istria or choose another rent a boat in Istria.

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Which period is best to sail in Rovinj?

There are very suitable conditions for those who want to sail in the northern part of the Adriatic Sea. The landscape is covered with thick Mediterranean flora due to the location, rich in sunshine. The winds Bora and Jugo make a pleasant harmony, especially in the spring and early autumn. The temperature of the water is rarely lower than 14 degrees.

The climate diagrams are based on 30 years of hourly weather model simulations. They give good indications of typical climate patterns and expected conditions (temperature, precipitation, sunshine, and wind). The “mean daily maximum” (solid red line) shows the maximum temperature of an average day for every month for Rovinj. Likewise, the “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature.

The wind rose for Rovinj shows how many hours per year the wind blows from the indicated direction. The diagram for Rovinj shows the days per month, during which the wind reaches a certain speed.

Boat rental Rovinj: rent a boat in Rovinj!

Day 1. Rovinj – Lim Fjord – Vrsar 12.50 km (7.77 mi) – 11.97 km (7.44 mi), Day 2. Vrsar – Funtana – Porec 4.22 km (2.62 mi) – 6.01 km (3.73 mi), Day 3. Porec – Novigrad 11.80 km (7.33 mi), Day 4. Novigrad – Umag 14.86 km (9.23 mi), Day 5. Umag – Triest 35.56 km (22.10 mi), Day 6. Triest – Venice 115.35 km (71.67 mi), Day 7. Venice – Red Island – Rovinj 110.07 km (68.40 mi) – 2.71 km (1.69 mi).

Day 1. Rovinj – Umag 43.17 km (26.82 mi), Day 2. Umag – Triest 34.24 km (21.28 mi), Day 3. Triest – Lignano Sabbiadoro 50.09 km (31.12 mi), Day 4. Lignano Sabbiadoro – Venice 71.98 km (44.73 mi), Day 5. Venice – Chioggia 24.97 km (15.52 mi), Day 6. Chioggia – Pula 129.03 km (80.18 mi), Day 7. Pula – Brijuni National Park – Rovinj 6.97 km (4.33 mi) – 21.08 km (13.10 mi).

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