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Kaprije, Šibenik
ℹ️Practical info — Kaprije, Šibenik
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Enjoy the profound silence of this car-free island, accessible only by ferry or catamaran from Šibenik.
- Look for the wild caper plants (kapari) that grow across the rugged landscape and gave the island its name.
- Take advantage of the lack of light pollution for some of the best stargazing in the Adriatic.
- Bring enough cash with you, as there are no ATMs on the island and some spots don't take cards.
- Follow the old donkey trails and stone paths that crisscross the island for a peaceful hike.
🍽 Food
Sail or hike to Medoš Bay to eat at this famous tavern, renowned for its fresh catch of the day.
Sample this signature island dish, a delicious and visual seafood specialty.
Try the island's namesake capers, picked by hand and served with fresh whitefish.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy jars of pickled capers and home-pressed olive oil directly from the island's residents.
Purchase sun-dried figs, a traditional and healthy snack produced locally on the island.
Hike to the island's highest point for a 360-degree panoramic view of the Šibenik archipelago and Kornati islands.
Find total privacy in this secluded bay on the southern part of the island, great for swimming.
Water temperature…
Kaprije is one of the few inhabited islands in Croatia where cars are not allowed. This special feature gives the island a unique, relaxed atmosphere that is rarely found today. The only settlement on the island, also called Kaprije, nestles into a deep bay on the southwest coast. The island got its name from the caper plant, whose buds are traditionally collected here and are an integral part of the local cuisine. Life on Kaprije follows the rhythm of the ferries connecting the island with Šibenik. The island is a Mecca for sailors, as it has numerous protected anchorages. St. Peter's Bay is the main harbor, but around the island, there are many hidden bays with emerald water accessible only on foot or by boat. The sea here is exceptionally clean and rich in fish, making Kaprije popular with divers and snorkelers as well. The landscape is characterized by dry stone walls, olive groves, and vineyards, painstakingly worked into the rocky soil by the residents. There are no large hotels, only private accommodations, which preserves the authentic character. Those who come here seek no animation but long walks on the island paths, the scent of pines and sea salt, and unadulterated Dalmatian cuisine in one of the small konobas at the harbor.
- Location: Croatia
- Nearby: Žirje (6 km)
- Population: ~186
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is May–Jul.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 11 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 12 |
| Rain mm | 85 | 83 | 70 | 58 | 52 | 47 | 36 | 39 | 92 | 83 | 119 | 107 |
Geography
Facts
- Car-free island
- Center for sailing
- Named after capers
- Harbor in St. Peter's Bay
- No large hotels
- Crystal-clear emerald sea
- Fish-rich diving spots
- Beautiful hiking trails
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