10+ best campsites in the Zadar region

Camping region Zadar is located in the center of the eastern Adriatic, also called middle Dalmatia. The Zadar region has three different faces - mountainous, coastal and island. The islands belonging to this region are Pag and Ugljan. Popular tourist destinations are Zadar, Biograd na Moru, Nin and Pag. The Zadar region has three different faces - mountainous, coastal and island. The islands belonging to this region are Pag and Ugljan. Popular tourist destinations are Zadar, Biograd na Moru, Nin and Pag.

You can reach the Zadar camping region by car from European countries through border crossings, through Slovenia or Hungary. It is important to note that from January 1, 2023. there are no border controls - the Republic of Croatia has become part of Schengen. In the summer months, expect traffic jams on Croatian highways, especially on weekends due to increased arrivals/departures. Payment for the highway is made at toll stations, and you can pay by credit card or cash. If you book your accommodation through our website, you will receive detailed information about the best routes, weather forecast in our pre-stay mail. The island of Pag is connected to the mainland by a bridge on the southern side. You can reach the other islands by ferry or catamaran. Piers, departures/departures and price lists can be found on the official website of Jadrolinija https://www.jadrolinija.hr/en/home . The distance between the camping region of Zadar and European metropolises: Munich - 750 km. approx. 8 hours Düsseldorf - 1,380 km. approx. 14 hours Frankfurt - 1,162 km. approx. 12 hours Berlin - 1,312 km. approx. 13 hours Amsterdam - 1,591 km. approx. 16 hours Zurich - 1,045 km. approx. 11 hours Vienna - 640 km. approx. 6:30 hours Warszawa -1,302 km. approx. 13 hours Prague - 964 km. approx. 9:30 hours Budapest - 627 km. approx. 6 hours Ljubljana - 344 km. approx. 4 hours

The easiest way to move around the Zadar region is certainly by car. If you have a large camper, it is possible to rent a car or scooter in all major cities. Some of the larger cities on the Zadar islands are connected by bus lines that run more frequently in the summer months. Transfers to the cities are charged additionally and can be booked on the spot, without prepayment. Campsites located near cities are most often connected by a promenade along the sea or by bicycle paths - most campsites offer the possibility of renting bicycles. In some campsites it is possible to rent a boat, this is the best way to explore the island and hidden coves and beaches.

The climate in the Zadar region is Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and mild, rainy winters. The warmest months are June, July and August, and the coldest are December, January and February. The swimming season lasts from May to October, and the sea is warmest in July and August. If you decide to travel in those months, prepare for extreme heat and crowds. We recommend staying in the pre- and post-season, when the air and sea temperatures are very pleasant for swimming, and the crowds are significantly reduced.

The beaches in the campsites in the Zadar region are mostly pebbly. Rocky and sandy beaches are somewhat rarer. You can find sandy beaches in Zaton Holiday Resort and Pine Beach Pakoštane Eco Resort. The sandy beach is located in the immediate vicinity of campsite Park Soline. There are designated dog beaches in most campsites or nearby, and exact information can be found on separate campsite pages. You can find naturist beaches in a hidden coves near the town of Nina. On many beaches, it is possible to enjoy various water sports for an additional fee. Many beaches in the Zadar region have the Blue Flag, which indicates a particularly high quality and cleanliness of the sea. Sunbeds and umbrellas on the beaches in the campsites are charged separately according to the valid price list for the current year.

Apart from the beaches, it is worth visiting the city of Zadar and the famous Zadar Sea Organ, Salutation to the Sun and the Church of St. Donut. The city of Nin is also a famous destination, as is the Paklenica National Park and the Telašćica, Velebit and Vrana Lake Nature Parks. In addition to nature and the rich history of small towns in this region, we recommend visiting the nearby islands. You can plan excursions in a private arrangement or organized, and find out more at https://www.zadar.hr/en. During the season, you can enjoy various manifestations and events, and don't miss the opportunity to explore numerous cycling, hiking and mountain trails, if you enjoy an active vacation. For gourmets, we recommend wines that are abundant in this region, Maraschino from Zadar and the famous cheese from Pag.

The average price of a pitch for a family of four in a four-star campsite is €50-70 in pre- and post-season, while in high season the price varies from €90 to €120. Pitch prices are affected by: the number of people, the period of stay, the percentage of occupancy of the campsite, holidays, the level of equipment of the pitch and the location of each pitch (closeness to the sea). The tourist tax is included in the price at certain campsites, while at some it is calculated additionally at the reception of the campsite. An environmental tax is also charged on the islands. Pitches that have connections for electricity, water and drainage do not charge extra for the connections, they are included in the price of the pitch itself. Some pitches in the high season (July and August) are often sold out already at the end of March. For this reason, timely booking is recommended during Early Booking, in the period from November to February.

At some campsites, an advance payment or the total amount is required when booking. The amount paid in advance or the total amount is deducted from the bill for the stay in the campsite. At certain campsites, you only need to fill in your credit card information. The credit card is valid as a guarantee for the trip and confirmation of the reservation. Most campsites allow free cancellation of reservations up to a few days before the trip. Certain campsites do not allow free cancellation and keep the advance payment or charge the credit card for a certain amount. You can find the exact reservation and cancellation conditions for the desired campsite in the first step of the booking process.

In the Zadar region, the campsites are of significantly smaller capacity. Family campsites predominate, most of which have smaller pools, and a few campsites have larger pool complexes, such as Aminess Avalona Camping Resort, Zaton Holiday Resort and Campsite Straško. Campsites in the Zadar camping region are pet friendly - pets are allowed for an extra charge according to the current price list, and the better campsites have showers for pets as part of the sanitary facilities.

In most campsites, an animation program is organized for children and adults. In the pre- and post-season, the animation is in a somewhat more modest form. The complete animation program runs from mid-June to mid-September and is usually free. In the campsites you can find a really diverse sports and recreational offer. The campsites have multipurpose playgrounds, volleyball, soccer, tennis and basketball courts, as well as outdoor gyms. From water sports, you can try surfing, diving, pedal boats, and rent a kayak or SUP, and there are often inflatable water parks in the campsites. You can rent bicycles and scooters in most campsites, and you can find detailed information on the page of the particular campsites you are interested in. Sports fields are not charged in most cases, while other activities are most often charged additionally.

The most visited and famous camping destinations in the Zadar region are Zadar, the island of Pag, Biograd na Moru and Pakoštane. You will mostly find smaller campsites here, but also some resorts. Camping region Zadar is an ideal destination for families with children, dog owners and couples.

In most cases, the campsites have boat ramps and some even have boat lifts. Some campsites offer guests buoys for rent in the campsite. Bove cannot be booked in advance and we are unable to guarantee a place in advance. Buoys are arranged with the reception on the day of arrival or with the harbor master, depending on the campsite where you are staying. Prices for buoys are in accordance with the price list for the current season and differ from campsite to campsite . Boats must be up to 5 or 6 m long (depending on the campsite), for larger boats you need to reserve a place in the marina. You will find detailed information about the desired campsite on the single pages of the campsite.

You can find electric car chargers in most of the larger campsites and there is a charge for them. If the campsites do not contain electric charging stations, they can be found in nearby larger cities in the region. You can check the exact data on the separate pages of the campsites or here https://chargemap.com/map .