Lojena Beach - Otok Žut, Croatia

Beach character

Swimming and shore

Facilities and activities

Access and location

Practical tips

Given the beach's popularity during peak season, consider visiting in late spring or early autumn to avoid overcrowding. The black sand and pebble mix may make barefoot swimming uncomfortable, so water shoes could be useful. The beach's proximity to the Kornati National Park offers opportunities for hiking or boat excursions beyond the immediate shoreline.

Best Times to Visit

Reviews suggest that Lojena Beach is most enjoyable outside of peak summer months. While May and early June offer pleasant conditions with fewer crowds, visitors in August may encounter overcrowding due to excursion boats. The beach's 'good' cleanliness rating indicates that it is well-maintained, though the high crowd index during peak season necessitates planning ahead.

Anchorages in the surrounding area

Anchorages near Lojena beach include Levrnaka and Kornat, offering nearby mooring options.

• Lojena — levrnaka — 0.1 NM from beach
• Anchorage — levrnaka — 0.2 NM from beach
• Anchorage — kravljacica — kornat — 1.1 NM from beach
• Anchorage — lucica — kornat — 1.1 NM from beach
• Anchorage — mana — 1.2 NM from beach
• Anchorage — kornat — 1.5 NM from beach
• Anchorage — vrulje — kornat — 2.1 NM from beach
• Anchorage — vrulje — kornat — 2.3 NM from beach

Distances are straight-line geographic distances, not sailing routes.

Mooring buoys in the surrounding area

• Jetty — levrnaka — 0.1 NM from beach
• Konoba Levranaka jetty — levrnaka — 0.2 NM from beach
• Lucica — kornat — 1.1 NM from beach
• Jetty — kravljacica — kornat — 1.1 NM from beach
• Buoy — kravljacica — kornat — 1.1 NM from beach

Distances are straight-line geographic distances, not sailing routes.

Marine fuel stations

Fuel stations on Dugi Otok and Biograd na Moru serve the broader North Dalmatia region.

• Ina — zaglav — dugi otok — 9.0 NM from beach
• Ina — biograd na moru — 10.8 NM from beach
• Fuel station — sukosan — 14.1 NM from beach
• Flash — murter — 14.8 NM from beach

Distances are straight-line geographic distances, not sailing routes.

Harbours in the surrounding area

Harbors in Kornat and Dugi Otok offer shelter and facilities for vessels near Lojena.

• Lucica — kornat — 1.1 NM from beach
• Sali — dugi otok — 7.8 NM from beach
• Zaglav — dugi otok — 9.0 NM from beach
• Kraj — pasman — 9.3 NM from beach
• Tkon — pasman — 9.5 NM from beach
• Tkon - ferry dock — pasman — 9.5 NM from beach

Distances are straight-line geographic distances, not sailing routes.

Marinas in the surrounding area

• ACI Marina Žut — aci marina zut — 4.0 NM from beach
• ACI Marina Piškera — aci marina piskera — 5.5 NM from beach
• Marina Šangulin — marina sangulin — biograd na moru — 11.0 NM from beach
• Marina Kornati — biograd na moru — 11.0 NM from beach
• Molum Marine Club — sveti filip i jakov — 11.2 NM from beach

Distances are straight-line geographic distances, not sailing routes.

Restaurants near the beach

Restaurants in Levrnaka and Kornat cater to visitors near Lojena beach.

• Restaurant Andrija — levrnaka — 0.1 NM from beach
• Konoba Levrnaka — 0.2 NM from beach
• Konoba Andrija — kravljacica — kornat — 1.1 NM from beach
• Konoba Quattro — striznja — kornat — 1.5 NM from beach
• Darko — striznja — kornat — 1.5 NM from beach
• Galerija — kornat — 1.8 NM from beach
• Core Lounge Bar — vrulje — kornat — 2.2 NM from beach

Distances are straight-line geographic distances, not sailing routes.

Navigation guides for the surrounding area

Navigation guides for Otok Levrnaka and surrounding islands assist in planning routes from Lojena.

• Otok Levrnaka — 0.4 NM from beach
• Uvala Bele Lucice — 1.1 NM from beach
• Vrulje — 2.6 NM from beach
• Uvala Lopatica (Gujak) — 4.4 NM from beach
• Otok Lavsa — 6.6 NM from beach

Distances are straight-line geographic distances, not sailing routes.

Yachts from nearby departure bases

Yachts departing from Biograd Šangulin operate at a greater distance from Lojena's coastal position.

Sailing yachts

• Gib Sea 43 (MAZA) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach
• Dufour 460 Grand (4 YOU) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach
• Dufour 350 Grand (SWEET LADY) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach

Catamarans

• Lagoon 39 (VERTIGO) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach
• Lagoon 450 (ADRIATIC QUEEN) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach
• Bali 4.0 (PRIVATE BAY) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach

Motor yachts

• Sealine F430 (Blue Lagoon II) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach

Motor boats

• Adria Event 850 (Danora) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach
• Vektor 950 (DUGI II) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach
• Swift Trawler 41 (Eduard) — Biograd Šangulin — 10.8 NM from departure base to beach

Distances are straight-line geographic distances, not sailing routes.