Zadar · Zadar County · Croatia
Kolovare Beach
This is the city's front yard, a kilometer-long promenade where retirees do slow laps before breakfast and university students sprawl on concrete platforms until the bars open. Pebble underfoot, Kornati on the horizon, gelato close by.
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This is the city's front yard, a kilometer-long promenade where retirees do slow laps before breakfast and university students sprawl on concrete platforms until the bars open. Pebble underfoot, Kornati on the horizon, gelato close by.
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About this beach
Where it is
Kolovare Beach
Zadar, Zadar County, Croatia
44.1087°, 15.2355°
Top things to do
At Kolovare Beach
Morning lap circuits
Join the regulars, deep water
Concrete platform sessions
Lounger rental, pine shade optional
Promenade kiosk snacks
Palačinke, gelato, cold Ožujsko
Sea Organ stroll
Follow the shore to sound installation
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Kolovare Beach.
Questions people actually ask about Kolovare Beach.
Is Kolovare Beach safe for swimming and families?
Kolovare Beach is very safe for families and swimmers. As Zadar's main city beach, it features lifeguards during peak season, clear shallow areas suitable for children, and well-maintained facilities. The pebble bottom provides good footing, and the water is generally calm. The beach is well-lit and patrolled, with nearby medical facilities in the city center. However, as with any beach, supervise children closely and observe posted safety flags and warnings about conditions.
When is the best time to visit Kolovare Beach?
Kolovare Beach enjoys good conditions throughout the swimming season from May to September, with July and August offering the warmest water but largest crowds. June and September provide pleasant weather with fewer visitors. Early mornings and late afternoons are ideal for avoiding peak-hour congestion, especially in summer. The beach is accessible year-round for walking and enjoying Zadar's famous sunset, though swimming is most comfortable from June through September when water temperatures are warmest.
