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Croatia·🌊 Coastal

Cres is a sparsely populated island in Kvarner Bay with a mysterious freshwater lake, griffon vultures, and pristine nature. The tiny medieval old town and secluded coves offer tranquility and closeness to nature.

What awaits you

BeachHikingCampingNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 31°C with 14h of sunshine per day.

In June–September, water temperatures reach a pleasant 26°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: April, May, October — a pleasant 22°C with fewer visitors.

Cooler winters (11°C). Best visited in July–August.

Max. temperature
10°
Jan
12°
Feb
14°
Mar
16°
Apr
22°
May
27°
Jun
31°
Jul
30°
Aug
24°
Sep
21°
Oct
15°
Nov
12°
Dec
Water temperature
13°
Jan
13°
Feb
13°
Mar
15°
Apr
18°
May
22°
Jun
26°
Jul
26°
Aug
23°
Sep
20°
Oct
17°
Nov
15°
Dec
Sunshine hours
6h
Jan
7h
Feb
9h
Mar
11h
Apr
12h
May
13h
Jun
14h
Jul
12h
Aug
9h
Sep
8h
Oct
6h
Nov
5h
Dec
Rain days
10d
Jan
7d
Feb
10d
Mar
9d
Apr
9d
May
6d
Jun
5d
Jul
5d
Aug
11d
Sep
10d
Oct
14d
Nov
13d
Dec

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Cres as a Vacation Destination

Cres is an excellent choice for beach holidays, hiking trips, camping holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 31°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are June, July, August, September with water temperatures up to 26°C.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
HR
Camping
Tent & caravan