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Plaža Poli Mora

4.3 · 3,508 reviews
Lively and family-oriented
Plaža Poli Mora, Šetalište Ivana Jeličića, 51266, Selce, Croatia
Interesting facts
1

The beach has held the Blue Flag international eco-label, recognizing high standards of water quality and safety.

2

The name 'Poli Mora' is derived from the local dialect, roughly translating to 'by the sea'.

3

The beach is part of a 4-kilometer promenade that connects Selce to the neighboring town of Crikvenica.

4

It is a man-made beach infrastructure, characteristic of northern Adriatic coastal engineering projects designed to manage tourist density.

Overview

Plaža Poli Mora is a Blue Flag-awarded beach located in the coastal town of Selce, Croatia. The beach features a combination of concrete sunbathing plateaus and natural pebble sections along the Adriatic coastline. It is equipped with multiple water slides, making it a primary destination for families in the Crikvenica Riviera. The seabed transitions quickly from shallow pebble shores to deeper water, suitable for intermediate swimmers. The beach is directly integrated into the town’s promenade, providing immediate access to surrounding food and beverage services. Its location offers views across the Kvarner Gulf toward the island of Krk. The facility is fully managed during the summer season with lifeguard supervision and essential beach amenities.

Photo spot

The elevated walkway section overlooking the bay toward the island of Krk.

Insider tips

Bring water shoes to navigate the transition between the concrete piers and the pebble seabed.

Arrive early in the morning to secure a spot on the concrete sections, as they fill rapidly by midday.

Utilize the public showers located along the promenade to rinse off salt after swimming.

What to avoid

Attempting to find free parking in the immediate vicinity during July and August, which is extremely limited.

Good to know

Lifeguard services and water slides operate exclusively during the peak summer tourist season.

Etiquette

Topless sunbathing is socially accepted in Croatia but common decency regarding swimwear in surrounding cafes is expected.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
3-5 hours
Best time to visit
Early summer mornings for calmer water and less crowded concrete platforms.
Address
Plaža Poli Mora, Šetalište Ivana Jeličića, 51266, Selce, Croatia
45.154, 14.717
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Details
Beach AmenitiesBlue Flag status, water slides, showers, lifeguard supervision
Surface TypeConcrete sunbathing piers and pebble entry points

Frequently asked

Plan for about 3-5 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Early summer mornings for calmer water and less crowded concrete platforms..

The elevated walkway section overlooking the bay toward the island of Krk.

Close by you'll find Plaža Crikvenica, Aquarium Crikvenica, Church of St. Catherine.