Privlaka: Hotels and Accommodation

Privlaka is located on a sandy peninsula that stretches for several kilometres between the Bay of Nin and the Zadar Channel. The town is surrounded on three sides by crystal-clear sand and shallow, warm sea. Those wishing to book a hotel in Privlaka can continue their accommodation search afterwards.

Nature and Coast

A landscaped promenade begins directly at Lučica in Privlaka, runs westwards across almost the entire peninsula and offers views of the sunset. The viewpoint in Sabunike is also a photo spot that can be reached via the long promenades on walks and is particularly appealing in the evening hours.

Thanks to the favourable, steady wind from the Velebit mountain range, Sabunike is considered, alongside Bol on Brač, one of Croatia’s best-known surfing destinations. The town is particularly suitable for surfers and windsurfers in September and October.

History and Culture

Privlaka was first mentioned in written documents in 1296 as a wine-growing area. The Church of St. Vitus was built in the 14th century and has been fully preserved. A church service is still held there every June on the feast day of the patron saint.

The Sokolar well is the best-known of Privlaka’s twelve surviving wells and is associated with a legend about an unhappy love story. This legend is mentioned in the first Croatian novel.

Traditions and Cuisine

Ludru is a traditional fishing method in Privlaka that has been passed down there from generation to generation for many decades. The tradition of the Sabunjari is associated with the laborious extraction of sand from the sea.

The traditional “Privlačka lignjijada” has been held in November for almost a decade. It has a sporting and humanitarian character and aims to preserve the traditional squid-fishing method known as Kosavica.

At “Naši stari običaji”, guests can discover traditional songs and costumes presented by the Privlaka Cultural and Artistic Association and taste traditional local dishes from Privlaka prepared in the way they used to be made.

To the main travel overview: Municipality of Privlaka.