Full Description & Details
Luka Korcula is the working harbour and town quay on the west side of Korcula's old town, on the island of the same name in southern Dalmatia. The harbour sits directly below the Venetian-era walled town, whose herringbone streets are designed to catch summer breezes and deflect winter winds. It is a busy, popular stop for charter yachts in high season, with close-quarters berthing and elevated prices. The old town, Marco Polo's birthplace, the Moreska sword dance performed Monday and Thursday evenings in July and August, and the bell tower view are all within a short walk.
The harbour is protected from south and east winds but is open to the mistral from the northwest. It is also protected from the bura, which blows only from the east due to the shape of the channel. Maximum depth is 4 metres. There are no fixed moorings available, so most vessels anchor; about 10 boats can be accommodated. Water and electricity are available for all moorings. Larger vessels can dock sideways along the 180-metre shore, but advance booking is mandatory for this part. Mooring in the harbour is payable.
Facilities are limited but adequate. Water and electricity are supplied at the moorings. There is no fuel at the harbour itself; the nearest fuel station is 2 nautical miles away at Korcula. Provisions are available at a supermarket near the ACI Marina and at shops outside the old town walls. Many restaurants, bars and a famous pastry shop are within easy walking distance in the old town. The harbour is open year-round, from 1 January to 31 December.
For anchoring, the alternative is Luka bay, southeast of the ACI Marina, at 150 kuna per night for a 12-metre boat. That bay can get rowdy when party boats pull in for the night, and the concrete quay on its west side must be kept clear for trip boats. The town quay on the west side of Korcula town is not the place to be in northerly winds, which tend to pick up almost every afternoon. Contact the harbour office on VHF channel 10 or by phone at +385 (0)20 715 241.
How to get there
Approach Korcula from the south, rounding the Sestrice and Stupe Velike lighthouses from the north, then use the green lighthouse in the eastern part of the city harbour as a landmark. If coming from Hvar through the Peljesac channel, the red lighthouse at 42 degrees 57.8 minutes N, 17 degrees 8.4 minutes E serves as a reference point; the harbour becomes visible after rounding the lighthouse and the peninsula, with the cathedral bell tower clearly in view. The entrance to the pier from the south side of the breakwater is marked by a green lighthouse.
During summer storms, avoid the western part of the city harbour. The harbour is on the west side of the old town, about 800 metres from the town centre. Contact the harbour office on VHF channel 10 or by phone at +385 (0)20 715 241.
The nearest airport is not specified in the sources; road access is via the island's local roads. Formal entry is possible as the harbour is a port of entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum depth at Luka Korcula?
The maximum depth at Luka Korcula is 4 metres.
Does Luka Korcula have fuel available?
No, there is no fuel at Luka Korcula; the nearest fuel station is 2 nautical miles away at Korcula.
Is advance booking required at Luka Korcula?
Advance booking is mandatory for larger vessels docking sideways along the 180-metre shore at Luka Korcula.
What VHF channel does Luka Korcula use?
Luka Korcula uses VHF channel 10 for contact.
Is Luka Korcula open year-round?
Yes, Luka Korcula is open from 1 January to 31 December.
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