The beaches of Istria

The Istrian beaches are a piece of paradise on earth, they are astoundingly beautiful and the surroundings are so stunning that words fail to describe the awesome natural beauty of these beaches. You just need to think of Istria and it will conjure up images of the hidden coves, white pebbly beaches, aromatic reefs and alcoves of all sizes, all soaked with the warm Croatian summer sun.

The laid back atmosphere and the warm balmy breeze will lure to you loll around and discover the secret coves with their inviting white pebble beds. As the sun begins to warm you and the pine scented air fills your lungs, sense the peaceful quietness captivating your heart. The ageless splendour of the Adriatic Sea beckons you to run your fingers through its sparkling waters. Experience the timeless ambiance and embalm your soul with the soothing serenity that defines the Istria beaches. Sounds like a dream? Istria is a place where fairy tales are initiated to be savoured for a lifetime…

The Istrian coastline is 445 km long, but there are another 300 km of virgin beaches and hidden coves. With the advent of summer, the Croatian government checks the sea quality on 203 beaches every fortnight and ensures that the people are aware of the areas where the waters are cleanest and mark it with a blue colour.

For those of us who love the wildly rocky beaches of Istria there is a plethora of choices available, from family beaches to completely private beaches, there is something for everyone. Here is a list of the 6 best beaches in Istria.

• Katoro & Polynesia beaches
  These are great beaches for families accompanied by kids. There are plenty of attractions for the whole family. The beaches here are predominantly pebbly and rocky. Accommodation near Katoro & Polynesia beaches can be found in Umag hotels and villas.
• Maslinica
  A perfect shallow pebbly beach near Rabac, it is full of luxurious resorts, villas and and great Rabac hotels.
• Lone Bay
  A part of the well known Zlatni Rt Park, this beach is a safe haven for children. It is just a stone’s throwaway from the city centre of the Rovinj town. Accommodation can be found in numeorous Rovinj hotels and villas.
• Kamenjak
  Located near the popular tourist resort Medulin and the Banjole village, this place is great for both the diving enthusiasts and for people looking for privacy. Windsurfing and fishing are both equally popular here. Medulin hotels and Pula hotels offers a wide range of accommodation units.
• Premantura
  It has the world’s bluest-green sea and extremely clean waters. It is a protected landscape offering complete privacy for people wanting to get away from the crowds. The greatest part of Premantura's accommodation offer is concentrated in four well-equipped campsites but if you want more comfortable accommodation, you can choose from a variety of family hotels or large hotels in nearby town of Medulin
• Red Island(Crveni Otok)
  It is a small island full of rocks and pebbles and popular for nudist bathing. It is a scenic island devoted to naturist activities. The sea is great for swimming as it warm and extremely clean.