Makovac, Mali Iž (Iž) Beach, Croatia

Beach character

Swimming and shore

Facilities and activities

Access and location

Practical tips

Cultural and Historical Context

The Mali Iž (Iž) area is part of a broader network of small islets and peninsulas that have historically been used for fishing and seasonal habitation. Traditional Dalmatian villages like Makovac reflect centuries of maritime heritage, with stone houses and fishing boats still visible along the coast. The region's cultural significance is tied to its role in Adriatic trade routes, though modern development remains minimal.

Anchorages in the surrounding area

Anchorages in the surrounding area include iz mali, rava, and dugi otok, located near Makovac, Mali Iž (Iž) Beach.

• Anchorage — iz mali — 0.7 NM from beach
• Anchorage — rava — 2.8 NM from beach
• Anchorage — rava — 2.9 NM from beach
• Anchorage — iz — 3.1 NM from beach
• Anchorage — luka dugi otok — 3.2 NM from beach
• Anchorage — rava — 3.2 NM from beach
• Anchorage — kali — ugljan — 3.5 NM from beach
• Anchorage — dugi otok — 3.7 NM from beach

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

Mooring buoys in the surrounding area

Mooring buoys in the surrounding area are situated near iz mali, iz, and ugljan, close to Makovac, Mali Iž (Iž) Beach.

• Jetty — iz mali — 0.2 NM from beach
• Restaurant Knez jetty — iz — 0.2 NM from beach
• Konoba Baroni buoys — iz — 0.3 NM from beach
• Buoy field — iz — 0.3 NM from beach
• Vodenjak Buoy Field — iz — 1.1 NM from beach

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

Marine fuel stations

• Ina — preko — ugljan — 3.7 NM from beach
• Ina — zaglav — dugi otok — 4.9 NM from beach
• Ina — zadar — 6.5 NM from beach
• Fuel station — sukosan — 7.1 NM from beach

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

Harbours in the surrounding area

Harbours in the surrounding area include Bršanj, Iž Veli, and Vela Rava, near Makovac, Mali Iž (Iž) Beach.

• Bršanj — iz mali — 0.7 NM from beach
• Bršanj — iz mali — 0.7 NM from beach
• Iž Veli — iz veli — 1.7 NM from beach
• Vela Lamjana — kali — ugljan — 3.0 NM from beach
• Vela Rava — 3.4 NM from beach
• Mala Rava — 3.5 NM from beach

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

Marinas in the surrounding area

Marinas in the surrounding area are located at Veli Iž, Preko, and Zadar, near Makovac, Mali Iž (Iž) Beach.

• Marina Veli Iž — iz veli — 1.6 NM from beach
• Marina Preko — ugljan — 3.7 NM from beach
• Olive Island Marina — sutomiscica — ugljan — 4.1 NM from beach
• Kukljica — ugljan — 4.9 NM from beach
• Marina Zadar — 6.6 NM from beach

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

Restaurants near the beach

Restaurants near the beach include Konoba Gajeta, Knez, and Baroni, situated in iz mali and iz veli.

• Konoba Gajeta — iz mali — 0.2 NM from beach
• Knez — iz — 0.2 NM from beach
• Baroni — iz — 0.3 NM from beach
• Konoba Kod Barbe — iz veli — 1.7 NM from beach
• Konoba Luzarija — iz veli — 1.7 NM from beach
• Lanterna — iz veli — 1.7 NM from beach
• Mandrac — iz veli — 1.7 NM from beach

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

Navigation guides for the surrounding area

Navigation guides for the surrounding area cover uvala Knez, Brsanj, and Lamjana Vela near Makovac, Mali Iž (Iž) Beach.

• Uvala Knez — 0.1 NM from beach
• Uvala Brsanj — 0.8 NM from beach
• Uvala Saline — 3.0 NM from beach
• Uvala Lamjana Vela — 3.2 NM from beach
• Uvala Lokvino (Mala Rava) — 3.3 NM from beach

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

Yachts from nearby departure bases

Sailing yachts

• Elan Impression 40 (Val) — Ugljan Sutomišćica Olive Island — 4.1 NM from departure base to beach
• Elan Impression 45 (Amaretto) — Zadar Marina — 6.6 NM from departure base to beach
• Bavaria Cruiser 37 (Hvar) — Zadar Marina — 6.6 NM from departure base to beach

Catamarans

• Delta F40-XT (Veronchie) — Zadar Marina — 6.6 NM from departure base to beach
• Bali 4.6 (Jako 2) — Zadar Marina — 6.6 NM from departure base to beach

Motor yachts

• Bluegame BG74 (Kimani) — Zadar Port — 6.5 NM from departure base to beach

Gulets / Cruisers

• Gulet (Dolin) — Zadar Port — 6.5 NM from departure base to beach

Motor boats

• Quicksilver Activ 905 (Galeb) — Ugljan Sutomišćica Olive — 4.1 NM from departure base to beach
• Passport 430 cabin (Tijat) — Zadar Port — 6.5 NM from departure base to beach
• Tempest 600 (CAPELLI) — Zadar Marina — 6.6 NM from departure base to beach

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