Borik beach
Borik beach is a picturesque coastline on the northern outskirts of Zadar, famous for its main urban beach, despite its significant distance from the center (about 4 km from it). Its special popularity among holidaymakers is connected with the excellent infrastructure, providing the most comfortable and diverse beach leisure time. This is one of the best beaches in Zadar for a safe family holiday with the kids, although it is also very popular among young people.
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Beach description
Borik's beautiful 1 km beach is a shallow pebble beach with several small sandy areas. Also, part of its coast is covered with concrete slabs, which can be conveniently placed for sunbathing. Pine groves near the coast provide access to natural shelter in the shade of heat, which also adds to the beach's attractiveness.
Borik's principal attractions can also include:
- crystal-transparent waters of a beautiful celestial shade;
- the opportunity to admire the colourful views of the Old Town from its shores;
- Blue Flag mark, which confirms the purity and beauty of this coast and its waters;
- Availability of diverse water leisure activities attracts young people.
In particular, the Borik coast is popular among holidaymakers with children, which is due to the presence of significant shallow waters off the coast and a very gentle approach to the sea. But it should be taken into account that in this case it is better to choose sandy areas of the beach, where in the sea there is soft sand in combination with fine pebbles. Basically, the seabed is stony, sometimes there are sharp stones, so to avoid injuries swimming without rubber slippers can be dangerous.
While the beach is characterised by the prevailing calm waters when waves form here, it is better not to go into the water to bathe. The main disadvantage of Borik is that it is almost always very crowded and noisy, and its coast is quite narrow. There are so many holidaymakers that sometimes it is impossible to pass between the sunbeds and the towels on the pebbles or sand. Sometimes in the evenings, algae can be nailed to the shore, and jellyfish are often found in the area of the water park.
When is the best time to go?
Although the summer in Croatia is hot (the temperature can rise up to 30 degrees), but thanks to the sea breezes it is very pleasant - the best time for a beach holiday. If you want to see the sights of this country rich in historical events, it is better to choose tours in spring or autumn: firstly, the weather is comfortable, and secondly, there are not so many tourists in these times of the year, which positively affects prices.
Video: Beach Borik
Infrastructure
Borik is a well-equipped beach with an impressive infrastructure and a wide range of services available. Holidaymakers can use:
- umbrellas and loungers for rent;
- free toilets, locker rooms and showers located on the coast;
- benches for rest, which are in the shade of pine trees and near the shore;
- accessible public parking near the coast.
There are also children's playgrounds, cafes and souvenir shops by the sea, ice cream and fast food kiosks. On the left edge of the beach, there is a beach bar with a wide selection of beers and live music in the evenings.
On the right edge of the beach there are a lot of hotels and a small water park with water slides, and the whole coast is protected by lifeguards. The best place to stay is the hotel Falkensteiner Club Funimation Borik, which is only 150 meters from the beach and close to the dive center.
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- Borik can be reached by car or on foot from the city centre if the long walk option does not bother. During the main season, the beach entrance may be subject to a fee, but in the off-season, it is usually free of charge.
- Those who want to escape from the crowds of people, it is worthwhile to walk along the coast to the west, in the direction of Diklo, where you can find small semi-desert beaches.
- In the neighbourhood of Borik there is a marina with the same name. Here you can go parasailing, rent sailing yachts and kayaks, water scooters and bananas, as well as equipment for various water activities, including windsurfing boards and kites. In the evening, Borik Beach is a good place to admire the sunsets from the marina.