#524 European Rank Blue Flag Certified
Vela Plaža
Baška, Krk, Croatia•Adriatic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Andorado (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.33/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
23.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€61/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Baška, Krk · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
12.0°C
Air 18°C
Feb
11.0°C
Air 19°C
Mar
11.2°C
Air 21°C
Apr
13.2°C
Air 24°C
May
17.1°C
Air 27°C
Jun
21.1°C
Air 30°C
Jul
23.5°C
Air 32°C
Peak
Aug
23.8°C
Air 32°C
Sep
21.4°C
Air 30°C
Oct
19.0°C
Air 27°C
Nov
16.5°C
Air 23°C
Dec
13.9°C
Air 20°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 14 Jun – 20 Sep (>21°C) · 98 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Croatia Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Vela Plaža
A 1.8 km pebble crescent under bare karst ridges, flying the Blue Flag since 1999. Krk's main event.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Directly integrated into Baška's town center and seaside promenade on Krk Island with parking and pedestrian walkways.
•Protected Status / Environment: Certified continuously with the European Blue Flag since 1999 for high water quality and environmental management.
•Notable Feature: 1,800-meter-long natural pebble and sand beach in a dramatic karst mountain bay, well-equipped with watersports and family amenities.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Baška, Krk. Accessible via regional coastal roads (44.964°N, 14.750°E).
•Gently shelving entry that suits children and non-swimmers.
•Fronted by Baška's café promenade, with bare karst ridges rising on both sides of the valley.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Baška, Krk, Croatia.
Are you a Venue Owner or Promoter at Vela Plaža?
Promote your beach club, summer residency, or submit photo & data updates to Shores.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vela Plaža
What is the water temperature at Vela Plaža?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Vela Plaža averages 23.8°C (75°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Vela Plaža?
Vela Plaža is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Baška, Krk, Croatia.
Is Vela Plaža good for families with kids?
Yes, Vela Plaža is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Vela Plaža?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
More Beaches in CroatiaRegional Guide
4.8
Pelješac Peninsula, Croatia•Adriatic Sea
Highest scenery score in Adriatic Sea
25.8°C sea
40/day
White Sand
29°C• Kids
Cars from €28/d
4.8
Šibenik-Knin (Murter), Croatia•Adriatic Sea
3rd Highest scenery score in Adriatic Sea
25.8°C sea
45/day
Golden Sand
29°C• Kids
Cars from €28/d
4.8
Vis Archipelago (Biševo), Croatia•Adriatic Sea
25.8°C sea
45/day
White Sand
29°C• Kids
Cars from €30/dWarmest European Beaches this SeasonNOAA Climatology
4.7
Alanya, Turkey•Mediterranean Sea
Warmest water in Mediterranean Sea (Aug)
29°C sea
44/day
Golden Sand
37°C• Kids
Cars from €26/d
4.5
Antalya, Turkey•Mediterranean Sea
2nd Warmest water in Mediterranean Sea (Aug)
29°C sea
43/day
Pebbles
37°C• Kids
Cars from €20/d
4.8
Antalya (Kalkan), Turkey•Mediterranean Sea
3rd Warmest water in Mediterranean Sea (Aug)
28.9°C sea
45/day
White Sand
32°C• Kids
Cars from €22/d
4.8
Antalya (Kemer), Turkey•Mediterranean Sea
3rd Longest swim season in Mediterranean Sea · 200 days
28.9°C sea
20/day
White Sand
33°C• Kids
Cars from €22/d