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Murter - island of shipbuilders, fishermens and olive trees

Surroundings of the island of Murter

The name of the island of Murter covers the watershed that is bordered by the Murterska canal in the southwest of the islands of Kaprije, Kakanj and Žirje in the south, in the south by the Tisno gate, in the southwest of the Kornati islands, in the northwest by Velika Prova and the small islands of Mali Tremulic, Božikovac and Mali Balabru, north of the central canal, the Zadar islands of Gangara and Murvenjak, and finally the Vrgadski canal and the islets of Artica vela i Artica mala. In the middle of this area, which has become one of the most attractive and most visited boating areas in Europe, is the Murtersko more.

Murter Sea

The Murter Sea is the largest sea area between the Sibenik and Zadar Archipelago. Its surface is 210 square kilometers and its maximum depth is 94 meters. On the northeastern side of the Murter Sea is the island of Murter, northwest, southwest and south is surrounded by the Kornati, and on its southeastern side are known Siberian islands of Zirje, Kakan and Kaprije.

In the middle of the southeastern edge of the Murter Sea there are Tetovišnjaci - a group of five islands and a cliff. Clearly recognizable and recognizable, Tetovšnjaci are a good guide to navigating a nurturing but silent Murters sea.

Even though it is small in scope, the Murter Sea must not be underestimated. It is exposed by strong Rehut winds and sudden changes of wind and strong sea currents, so yachtsmen in its waters always have to be careful.

Vrana Lake Nature Park

The Murter-Kornati area also has one third of Vransko Lake, the largest lake in the Republic of Croatia. It is located northwest of the island of Murter and east of Pakostane. The lake is 13.6 kilometers long, 2.2 kilometers wide and its biggest 3.9 meters deep. Its surface is 30 km2. The water level in Vrana Lake is somewhat higher than the sea level.

It was declared a natural and ornithological reserve. Lake fishing is not possible except for chartered vessels of the Reservations Board. Tourists on Vrana Lake are attracted to fishing and photo safaris. It is possible to capture various types of birds living or coming there during seasonal migrations, and the conditions for sport fishing are excellent thanks to the possibilities of renting fishing boats and fishing tackle.

Modrave

A narrow coat between the Adriatic Sea and Vransko Lake. They range from Prosik to Drago. Modra are about 8500 meters long and 750 to 3100 meters wide. It is the only area in Croatia that at the same time has a sea and lake shore and which, at such a short distance, has two so different, natural environments. Formerly Modrave were covered by vineyards, and today they are exclusively under the olive trees. Owners of Modrave were from 1880. inhabitants of Betina and Murter. It took them more than 150 years to gain the rights to the estate on this unusual and fertile part of the soil.

Besides Modrava, the fertile land fields of Ivinj, Dazlina and Dubrava belong to the island of Murter.

Islands around the island of Murter

Unlike the Kornati islands, which are geographic and geomorphologic units, the islands around the island of Murter and the Murter Sea are grouped into several island groups and are (proprietary) entities. Residents of Murter and Murter and Betina are also owners of 134 Kornati islands, including all 89 overland land units in the National Park "Kornati".

In addition, the owners of the Murter island are also owners of 55 other overland land units, six of which are located in Zadar's administrative boundaries, and six more within the city limits of Šibenik. The overseas possessions of the inhabitants of the island of Murter and the Kornati archipelago comprise 207 overland land units (islands and rocks).

 

Camp Rehut

Rehut camp site is situated in the beautiful surroundings of Slanica bay at the island of Murter with a magnificent view of Kornati archipelago, popular National Park. Slanica is the most beautiful cove on Murter island, surrounded by beautiful pine forest and it takes just a few minutes drive or a 10 minute walk to reach it from the town of Murter. The camp is located right next to the sea and famous sand beach great for having fun in the sun and ideal for families with children. Due to its smaller capacity, camp Rehut provides privacy, peace and quiet which makes it a perfect place for those wishing to spend their vacation relaxing near the sea and escape the stressful crowded places.

Find your ideal camping spot under the shades of olive trees or choose a mobile home that suits you best, and spend your leisure time sightseeing our Pocahontas ranch.

Become our guest and experience the unique summer holiday in camp Rehut.

Camp site offers 30 pitches, as well as accommodation in two types of mobile homes and it has toilet facilities. Restaurant is located 10m from the camp and cafe bar is located 20m from it.

Sport facilities (tennis court, water slide and table tennis) are 50m away.

WiFi included in the price.

 

ADRIATIC SUNSET d.o.o. 
Petra Zoranića 2/A, MURTER 
HR 58 2330 0031 1800 1898 5

 

It's easy to reach us, but it's hard to leave

Are you coming by plane?

If you choose to arrive by plane, the nearest airports are:
- Zemunik Airport (ZAD), Zadar, Croatia, 68 km from the camp
- aerodrom Split (SPU), Kaštela, Croatia, 95 km from the camp
- airport Franjo Tuđman (ZAG), Zagreb, Croatia, 349 km from the camp

Are you coming by car?

The most common routes to Murter:
- via Slovenia:
Ljubljana - Zagreb - Karlovac (from Karlovac follow the sign for Split) - exit Pirovac D59 towards Murter
- via Italy:
Trieste - The border crossing Rupa / Pasjak - Rijeka (from Rijeka follow the sign for Split) - exit Pirovac D59 towards Murter
- from Zagreb:
Zagreb - Karlovac - (from Karlovac follow the sign for Split) - exit Pirovac D59 towards Murter
- from Dalmatia:
Split - Sibenik - exit Pirovac D59 towards Murter
If you need more detailed information about arrival in Murter by car, click on the "Show route" below and enter your starting address:
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You coming by train?

If you have chosen a train for your arrival in Murter, on this page you can find the nearest train station.
- Sibenik, 34 km from Murter, +385 (0) 22 333 696
- Split, 125 km from Murter, +385 (0) 21 338 525
If you travel directly to Croatia, you can find more information at www.hznet.hr

Are you coming by bus?

Arrival from Zagreb:
www.akz.hr
+385 (0) 60 313 333
+385 (0) 60 340 340
Arrivals from Split:
www.ak-split.hr
+385 (0) 21 329-180
Arrivals from Sibenik:
www.autotrans.hr
+385 (0) 72 660 660

Murter Bus Station:
https://www.autotrans.hr/hr-hr/dalmacija/murter
+385 (0) 72 660 660

How to get to the camp?

When crossing the bridge, drive to Tisno towards Murter. Approximately 700 meters before the town center you will see the sign on the beach of Slanica on the left, turn left. Follow the main street, and about 800 meters further to the left you will see the CAMP REHUT label.

Find us on coordinates GPS 43°48'59.0"N, 15°34'51.0"E