At a Glance — Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia
| Is Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia Blue Flag certified? | Blue Flag Certified since 2004.0 — FEE-accredited, audited annually for water quality, facilities, safety, and environmental education. |
| What does it cost to enter Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia open? | Beach season runs 1 Jun to 30 Sep. Best months: April, May, June. |
| Is Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia safe for swimming? | Lifeguards On Duty Lifeguards are stationed during beach hours. Always check safety flags before entering the water. |
| Does Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia have facilities for disabled visitors? | Accessible Accessible facilities are available for visitors with disabilities. |
| What facilities are at Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia? | Showers Lifeguards Accessible |
| What is the best time to visit Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia? | April, May April, May, June offer the best conditions. Avoid visiting in July, August when conditions are typically less favourable. |
| How far is Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia from Općina Funtana? | Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia is approximately 1.11 km from Općina Funtana. |
About Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia
"The Istra beach is located in the Istra auto-camp in Funtana's southwest part by Gregov point, opposite the island Salinar."
The Blue Flag programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and is one of the world's most recognised voluntary eco-labels. Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia has held the Blue Flag award since 2004.0, reflecting a long-term commitment to the programme's 33 annual criteria — covering bathing water quality, environmental management, safety and services, and environmental education. The beach is managed by Valamar Riviera d.d..
On-site facilities include freshwater showers, a beach kiosk, trained lifeguard supervision during the season, and accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities. Entry to Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia is free of charge.
The beach is mostly used by the guests of the auto-camp. It has entrances into the sea which are adapted using stairs made of stone with metal hand holds. Access to the beach is ensured by means of asphalted paths and stairs. Since the beach is located in the auto-camp, it has all the facilities, such as sanitary facilities, facilities for the disabled, accommodation and sports facilities, changing cabins and children playground, life-saving and first-aid equipment, recyclable waste facilities, etc. The beach participates in local and regional actions on environmental education in cooperation with Eco-schools and tourism board, such as cleaning actions and information about protected species. The beach will display environmental information on several boards, including the one in the camp and on the beach itself.
Accessible Beach — Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia
Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia offers accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities, meeting the Blue Flag programme's accessibility criteria. Contact beach management for details on available equipment and assistance.
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What Visitors Say About Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia
Note: The visitor experiences below are drawn from publicly available travel community discussions and visitor feedback. Beach conditions, facilities, and experiences can change over time. Always verify current conditions directly with local beach management before visiting.
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Best Time to Visit Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia
Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia sees its best conditions in April, May, June. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jun to 30 Sep.
| Month | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | Medium | Medium | |
| May | Medium | Medium | |
| June | Medium | Medium | |
| July | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | Medium | Medium | |
| October | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia
Nearest Airport
Poreč-Škagacer Airfield — 5.25 km away.
From Općina Funtana
Approximately 1.11 km from Općina Funtana.
On Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia
It has entrances into the sea which are adapted using stairs made of stone with metal hand holds. Access to the beach is ensured by means of asphalted paths and stairs. Since the beach is located in the auto-camp, it has all the facilities, such as sanitary facilities, facilities for the disabled, accommodation and sports facilities, changing cabins and children playground, life-saving and first-aid equipment, recyclable waste facilities, etc. The beach participates in local and regional actions on environmental education in cooperation with Eco-schools and tourism board, such as cleaning actions and information about protected species. The beach will display environmental information on several boards, including the one in the camp and on the beach itself.
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia undergoes regular bathing water quality testing throughout the season. The FEE Blue Flag programme requires that test results are displayed at the beach and that all certified beaches meet the EU Bathing Water Directive (or equivalent national standard).
Practical Information — Plaza Ac Istra, Istria County, Croatia
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 Jun to 30 Sep |
| Lifeguards | Yes — on duty during beach hours. |
| Toilets | Check on arrival. |
| Showers | Shower facilities available. |
| Parking | Check local options on arrival. |
| Accessibility | Accessible facilities available. Contact beach management for details. |
| Beach Type | Rocky shoreline. |
| Facing | S-facing — S. |
| Coordinates | 45.17307° N, 13.591485° E |
| Managed by | Valamar Riviera d.d. |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) — awarded since 2004.0 |