The second largest place on the island of Krk is the place Punat with approx. 1,700 inhabitants. Punat is placed on the southern side of the island Krk, at one of the most protected and also most beautiful bays of the Adria. Sandy beaches which can be found rarely in Croatia surround this great holidays place. The Marina Punat was distinguished with the blue flag. The attraction of the small coastal town Punat lies in its little houses, dark wine cellars, in which the wine farmers store their wine, as well as wine gardens and Olive groves.

>== Here is Punat located ==

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How to get to Punat

Map of island Krk

Punat is settled in very south of island Krk. About 3-4 kilometeres of the capital of Krk branches the way towards a road Baska and 2 kilometers in the direction of Stara Baska is the place Punat.

City map of Punat

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Pictures of Punat

History of Punat

Punat was mentioned for the first time in 1377 in historical documents. The name of this place comes from the Latin “Pons,” which means the bridge, and that’s why it is considered that it really existed once.

What to see in Punat

• Trinity Church (Crkva Sv. Trojice)

• Former museum> Today, in their exhibitions presented

• Church of St. Dunat from the 9th century, from crossing to Punat.

• Archaeological site of the small church of St. Peter from the 6th century, just 30 meters above the same hotel.

• The reconstructed church of St. Juraj from the 13th century, is located at Punat Naturist camp.

• The Kosljun islet in the middle of the bay should necessarily be visited.

• Partially restored church of St. Jeronimus on the bay in Stara Baska Zala.

Excursions in the region of Punat

• Panorama flights
• Monastery island Kosljun-Small, round a Franciscan monastery, where monks still live, lies on the island in the Bay of Punat.

• Trips to the islets with the monastery
• visit the port of Punat.
• Baska
• Krk
• Dobrinj
• Vrbnik
• Cres on the ferry Valbiska–Merag
• Rab

Accomodations in Punat

Hotels in Punat

• Hostel Halugice in Punat (?*)
• Falkensteiner Hotel Park in Punat ***
• Hotel Kanajt in Punat ***
• Hotel Omorika in Punat ***

Camping in Punat

• Camping Konobe Punat
• Camping Pila Punat
• Camping Skrila Punat
• Camping Maslinik Punat

Private accomodations in Punat

>> More apartments in Punat can be found here.

Weather in Punat

Below you see the current weather forecast for Punat. The climate table of Punat tells you which temperatures can be expected for each month.

Current weather in Punat and a 7-day weather forecast for Punat

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Climate in Punat

Sports & leisure opportunities in Punat

• Marina Punat-wide range of sport activities…

• Hikes-in a well-marked hiking area on the Veli Vrh (549 m) to Jurandvor (12 km) or to Obzova (569 m), the highest peak of Krk.

10 km south is situated Stara Baska which has an excellent hiking opportunities on the Veli Hlam (484 m) and Batomalj to Jurandvor (chapel) or directly to Baska.

• Cable Krk (water ski lift Krk)

Since 2001, there is in the Bay of Punat a wakeboard-lift. Specialized is more likely to lift wakeboarders, since it only Kickers and Sliders, but no buoys for example Slalomski drivers. Moreover, the speed for wakeboarders is adapted and is usually in the audience not run faster. There is also a board shop and a restaurant with a roof terrace.
Punat is a haven for lover of active vacation and provides several sports and recreation options like sailing, diving, skiing, windsurfing, tennis, aqua park, miniature golf, hiking, boccie…

Where to eat in Punat

Vele Vode is a good place to eat in Punat and not too expensive.

In the restaurant K-RIBARU you can find a very good and cheap fish and other seafood to eat! Right next to the K-RIBARU is also located at the exit to Stara Baska good pizzeria LA PERLA, but unfortunately only from mid-May is opened.

In the pizzeria RAGUSA in the center of Punat, there is also good pizza and Mexican specialties!

Beaches in Punat

To the south of the town is located newly constructed swimming beach to which is driving the mini-train. Punat has a beautiful beach Puntarska draga-Punat Bay-, suitable for children. It is placed in shade of Mediterranean vegetation and gives you numerous opportunity to enjoy the sun and sea. In Punat can be found many gravel beaches and lot of secret caves as well.

Nightlife and entertainment in Punat

Here are traditional organized Croatia Cup regatta and Olive Days and other interesting festivals which fulfill your free time.
Particularly in the summer here are organized feasts like Puntarska Night and the Fisherman’s Night which provides good fun to the morning hours.

Beside those interesting events there are many open air terraces and bars on the beaches which guarantees you good night-life.

Cultural events in Punat

• Promenade concert «The brass band Krk»
• Concert «a capella»
• Female choir «HRELJIN» & male choir «RAŠKETA»
• St.Peter’s day» PUNAT
• Male choir “Liedquell” Molzbichl, Austria
• Mass – Concert Islet of Košljun
• Authentic assemblage DVD Drenova
• Gang Drenova
• Orchestra KUD „Zametski koren“

Videos of Punat

Below you can find travel videos from Punat. The videos from Punat are provided by CroVideos.com, the video portal for Croatia.

Discussions about Punat

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Useful links

For more Info go to Punat24.com

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