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Port of Cres

HRCRS🇭🇷Croatia

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About Port of Cres

Cres is a seaport on the Adriatic island of Cres, Croatia. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, and passenger vessels, and is frequented by fishing and pleasure craft.

Background
Cres is an Adriatic island in west Croatia. It is one of the northern islands in the Kvarner Gulf and can be reached via ferry from Rijeka, Krk island or from the Istrian peninsula.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Adriatic Sea
Latitude
44.9517°
Longitude
14.4081°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
HRCRS
Country
🇭🇷Croatia
Time Zone
UTC+1

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q13280 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cres?+
The approach to Cres is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rt Križice {Punta Molino} Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Rt Negrit {Punta Negritto} (9 NM E), Otočić Visoki (10.7 NM SSW), Otočić Galun (11.4 NM E), Rt Sorinj (13.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Cres on?+
The Port of Cres is situated on the Mediterranean Sea in HR. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Cres?+
You can track vessels near Cres (HRCRS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for HRCRS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cres?+
The Port of Cres operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Cres?+
CRES (UN/Locode: HRCRS), Croatia is a seaport located at approximately 44.95165° N, 14.40808° E.
Where is the Port of Cres located?+
Coordinates: 44.95165° N, 14.40808° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MERAG — UN/Locode: HRMRG — 44.97850° N, 14.44500° EVALBISKA — UN/Locode: HRVLB — 45.02724° N, 14.49650° EKRK — UN/Locode: HRKRK — 45.02411° N, 14.57723° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Cres?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Cres?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Cres?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Fishing, General Cargo, Passenger and Pleasure Craft.