SIBENIK - Croatian Renaissance city with a rich historical and cultural
heritage, located in a protected natural harbor on the eastern coast of the
Adriatic Sea, at the estuary of the river Krka near the
Kornati islands. Sibenik Riviera, thanks to the 249 islands, islets and reefs,
of which only some are inhabited and rich cultural and historical monuments,
attracts each year an increasing number of boaters.
Sibenik, the oldest Croatian town on the Adriatic coast, situated in the protected
natural harbor in the middle the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea, at the
estuary of one of the most beautiful karst river Krka. The harbour connected
by the channel St. Ante with the open sea, has been for centuries the founder
to maritime, trade and economic take-off the entire city.
Sibenik is a city that successfully combines its glorious past and natural
beauties in his surroundings. In the 15th and 16 century is one of the most
important Croatian humanities and the Renaissance Center in which Šižgorić,
Antun and Faust Vrancic, and many sculptors and builders of the circle around
George Dalmatian created their best works. Just then arises the famous monument
of Sibenik, the work of the famous George Dalmatian, Sibenik cathedral. Cathedral
of St. James, built for more than a hundred years, is a testimony of perseverance,
sacrifice and faith of generations, and since 2000 under protection of UNESCO.
Sibenik Riviera, thanks to the 249 islands, islets and reefs, of which only
few are inhabited, national parks and rich cultural and historical monuments,
is a true jewel of northern Dalmatia. Visit the International Children's Festival,
Sibenik cultural summer and Evenings of Dalmatian Chanson, who had become a
summer tradition in the town of Sibenik. While staying here don’t miss to visit
restaurants with seafood specialties on the island of Murter and famous wine
cellars which are located in many ethnic villages in the area. For those who
want all night entertainment a nearby disco club Aurora in Primosten or Hacijenda
in Vodice, are the ideal choice.
Marinas and Nautical harbors of Sibenik
Nearby nautical centers
We suggest you visit
- Cathedral of St. James
- International Children's Festival
- Museum of the City of Sibenik
- Croatian National Theater in Sibenik
Arrival in Sibenik
By plane: airport Zadar (75 km) Split Airport (85km)
By car:
Sibenik can easily be reached with the Adriatic tourist road (E-65) or the
A1 highway
- Zagreb 316 km
- Milan 770 km
- Munich: 650 km
- Trieste: 370 km