Skradin lies where the Krka river turns into a long sea inlet – a quiet little town with winding lanes, a marina full of sailing boats and views of green slopes. From April to October the national park boats leave from here for Skradinski buk. Stay overnight and you'll be first at the waterfalls in the morning and enjoy a Dalmatia without crowds in the evening.
At a glance
Region
North Dalmatia
From Šibenik
approx. 17 km
To Skradinski buk
boat approx. 25 min (included in ticket, April–October)
Speciality
Skradin risotto
Best time to visit
April to October
Ideal for
couples, sailors, Krka visitors
The town
Skradin dates back to Illyrian and Roman Scardona. Today narrow lanes, small squares, the Church of the Nativity of Mary and the ruins of Turina fortress above the town shape its character. The marina is popular with sailors who cruise up the sheltered channel to Skradin.
Skradin risotto
Skradin risotto (skradinski rižot) is cooked for hours with veal and beef and is a local institution; some konobas prepare it only to order. In summer there is even a risotto festival.
Honest verdict
By day in summer Skradin is a transit point for Krka visitors and the car parks are full. There is no bathing beach. But in the evening, when the coaches have gone, it becomes one of Dalmatia's most charming little towns.
