The island of Vir is one of the 300 islands in the Zadar archipelago, that is, one of 1186 islands and islets in the Croatian Adriatic.
It lies in Sea of Vir (Virsko more) in the northwestern part of Dalmatia, and it is the twentieth largest island among the Croatian islands, and the eighth in the Zadar archipelago. It has a surface of 22.38 km, lenght of 10,12 km and its widest part is 4.25 km.

Its coast-line is 31,43 km long. Distance between Vir and Zadar is 26 km, and around 15 NM by sea-route. Vir is connected to the mainland by bridge that spans across the Shellows of Privlaka since 1976., which enabled the island to become an integral part of the mainland. Therefore, visitors can experience the typical atmosphere of the island, while at the same time can enjoy the mobility offered by a modern road network. Vir is part of the genuine Mediterranean climate. Number of sunny hours per year is 2450, or almost 300 days of sunshine, that makes it a pleasant destination out of the main season also. The average amount of rainfall is around 1000 mm, so the summer has an average of 5-6 rainy days, and during the main season this number is reduced by half. Winds are the most important climate characteristic of Vir. In the spring occurs mistral, which is a major and a refreshing wind during the summer, that reduces summer temperatures and creates good conditions for sailing and surfing. The highest average temperature in July is about 25 ° C, while the lowest is in January and is 6.5 ° C. This healthy climate affects health and life length of the population.

Along the coast of Vir there are pebbly and sandy beaches partly situated near pine trees and surrounded by crystal clear sea waters, making this island a perfect place for a family holiday. Very special place holds a small island of Školjić, covered in pine trees and long sandy beach that is its particularity. Školjić is situated near the bridge that connects the island of Vir to the mainland.

Besides swimming, surfing, sailing, jet skiing and other water sports, hiking enthusiasts can admire the beautiful panorama that encompasses entire Vir, nearby islands and Velebit mountain (1750 m), from the top of Bandira vantage point (112m). We recommend this area to those who enjoy mountain-biking.

Very interesting is also the peloid mud that is used for the treatment of rheumatic diseases, and can be found at some Vir beaches, especially ones near the bay of Sapavac, close to the Venetian fortress – Kaštelina. We highly recommend it to seniors. If you enjoy picnics, Vir is the perfect place because of its excellent location on the Croatian Adriatic, and nearness of national parks such as: impressive canyon Paklenica, Kornati with 200 islands and islets, Krka waterfalls and Plitvice lakes. Also, nearby is situated the ancient royal town Nin with the smallest cathedral in the world – St. Cross (Sveti Križ) and the 3000 years old town Zadar with many historical monuments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Duboka Draga – the most beautiful beaches in the Vir, crystal clear waters, outside any settlement (in the northwest of the island), possible access to boat or yacht. Unspoiled nature, combined with the red rocks and šodrano-sand beach will surely delight you.
Biskupljača – beach and harbor for boats, sand in the sea, outside beach + paved stone and gravel
Velika Slatina – Natural beach, the sea sand and pebbles out
Mala Slatina – governed by 300 meters beach avenue, benches, seabed sand and stone, close to the pizzerias, coffee bars and bistros
Lučica – the old port for boats, decorated and surrounded by beaches. Seabed partly rocky and partly sandy, avenue, benches, concrete (outside), sports facilities (scooters, pedal). Coffee bar, disco club, bistro, shops and taverns on the beach in the immediate vicinity.
Žitna uvala – sandy seabed, outside šoder and concrete. Nearby there are a coffee bar and pizzeria.
G. Prezida – sandy seabed, outside šoder and concrete, a lot of apartments, a playground for children and youth.
D. Prezida – jeskovito shallow water, outdoor beach: šoder – concrete. Lots of apartments, catering facilities: pizza, restaurant.
Miljkovic – partly sandy and partly rocky seabed, outside pebbles. Beach is interesting because of the proximity to the large number of apartments.
Marina Luka – rocky beach with a concrete path. Close to cafe bars and shops. On the beach you can rent a scooter. The beach is a marina for small boats.
Radovanić – Sand and stone beach, is surrounded by a concrete path, a nice promenade and lined with benches, piers, car-camp. On the beach there is a coffee bar and a pizzeria and sports facilities and Lunapark.
Jadro – gravel on shore, the sand of the sea, pedal boats, water skiing, and let. chairs, ideal for picigin. Near the main marina (departure on an excursion boat in the waters of Zadar), patisseries, pizzerias, coffee bar and a new entertainment center.
Kozjak – pebble beach, the sea sand, half of the beach during the day in the sun and half in the shade, close to the works Kašteline, on the southern side of the beach, enclosed by Cape Kozjak. The beach is characterized by the stone which is like Brusa.
Sapavac – grassy and sandy terrain, sandy beach, peloidno mud on the beach (treated rheumatic disease). Pine forest which provides excellent shade and a beautiful view (located near the historic Tower Kaštelina). The bay is located on the south side of the island and is situated so that it is protected from the wind (wind, south). The beach is suitable for going on trips (Nin, Zadar, Dugi Otok, Kornati …).
Bay Pedinka – pebble beach, the sea sand, with suitable anchoring of yachts and speedboats, and the shade of a pine forest.
Meka – completely natural beach away from any village, clear water and peace, rock coast. Suitable for the arrival of a boat or motor boat.

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Welcome to the city 3000 years old and valuable cultural heritage. Zadar will always offer you something new and original something that you never saw ever before. Zadar is the most popular tourist destination in middle Dalmatia, even London Times named Zadar as the entertainment center on the Adriatic.

Zadar is the is the 5th largest city in Croatia and most important center of Northern Dalmatia located in the very heart of the Adriatic coastline. Surrounded by historic walls, the city is a true treasury of cultural monuments dating all the way back to antique times. You should definitely visit the churches of St. Donatus and the St. Anastasia cathedral, the permanent exhibition “Gold and Silver of Zadar”, Antique Glass museum, Museum of Archeology and many other cultural landmarks. Take a walk on the Zadar waterfront and meet the world renowned phenomena – Sea Organ and Greeting the Sun.

Zadar in the middle of the Adriatic sea is easily accessible by car, boat and a plane. It is connected with new highway with Croatian capital Zagreb, largest city in Dalmatia Split, center od the Kvarner Rijeka and most recognized tourist destinations in the Mediterranean, Dubrovnik.

Turbulent history of destruction and creation left a lot of scars but also many records about that history and valuable cultural heritage of the city as is today. Zadar is historic in every way, in every little street, it will amaze you to explore ancient history like St. Donat church, the symbol of the city built in 9th century and Sv. Stosija that largest church in Dalmatia.

Famous director Alfred Hitchcock long ago in 1964 described sunset in Zadar as the most beautiful thing in the world and even better than the one in Key West, Florida. So if you want to experience example the same thing as Mr. Hitchcock visit our city Zadar.

 

 

 

 

International call for emergency SOS, Police, Fire, Ambulance: 112 

Search and rescuing at sea: 9155

Assistance on the roads HAK: 1987

Internacional code for calling in Croatia : +385 or 00385

Vir Ambulance: 00385 23 362-769

Veterinary clinic:
00385 23 322-877 or 00385 98 339 400

Police Zadar: 00385 23 345 111

Post office : 00385 23 362 021 or 00385 23 362 700

Tourist office Vir: 00385 23 362 196 or 00385 23 363 468

City office Vir:
00385 23 362 018 or 00385 23 362 225
www.vir.hr
info@vir.hr
press@vir.hr

Water supply office Vir : 00385 23 362 608

Kindergarten “SMJEŠKO”: 00385 23 362 730
djecji.vrtic.smjesko@zd.t-com.hr

Airport ZEMUNIK: 00385 23 250 101

Bus station Vir: 00385 23 362 890

Bus station Zadar: 00385 23 211 555
INFO: 060 305 305

Railway station Zadar: 00385 23 212 555

Port authorities Privlaka: 00385 23 366 641

Church office Vir: 00385 23 362 043

Office for protection and rescuing Zadar:
00385 23 230 433
00385 23 205 600