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For many Central Europeans the frequently chosen destination is the nearby south. In the north of the Mediterranean Sea is a long side basin, the Adriatic Sea. The sea got its name from the Italian city of the same name, which is located in the province of Rovigo. Tourists have the choice between the Italian and Croatian Adriatic coast. The Adriatic Sea with its coasts and islands offers the guests sights and beautiful landscapes. It separates the Apennine Peninsula from the neighbouring Balkan Peninsula.
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The climate on the Adriatic Sea
In the world famous seaside resorts of Jesolo, Venice, Bibione and Rimini, the climate is characterised by mild, rainy winters and extremely warm, dry summers. In winter, there are frequent cold north winds and warm south winds (Scirocco), while in summer the weather conditions are mild and constant.
The beaches of the upper Adriatic
Many holidaymakers prefer long, sandy and flat beaches. These are the lagoons and coasts of Italy. Located west of Trieste, they form the northernmost tip of the entire Mediterranean Sea. Italy has a good reputation as a holiday destination, and the Mediterranean way of life and the joy of beauty are reflected in many bathers from all over the world. Many visitors to the Croatian Adriatic coast enjoy beautiful beach landscapes, rugged rocky beaches and beautiful small islands, right next to the mainland. The bathing experience is an unforgettable spectacle on both coasts.
Bathing information: Water temperature, salinity and sea currents
On the surface of the sea, temperatures of between 23 and 28 degrees Celsius are reached in the summer, in some bays and in the more southern part up to 30 degrees Celsius. The Italian coast generally has warmer water than the Croatian coast in the high season. In the north, the salinity is about 3.4 percent off the estuaries and up to 3.9 percent in the south. Along the west coast, the sea current runs south and along the Croatian coast it runs north.
Popular seaside resorts
Many seaside resorts along the two Adriatic coasts are known worldwide. The popular seaside resorts are well connected on both sides with state roads and are easily accessible by public transport as well as by car. Tourism is an important economic sector for the regions along the two Adriatic coasts. The melodious seaside resorts along the Italian Adriatic coast include Ravenna, Chioggia, Grado, San Benedetto del Tronto, Pescara, Vasto, Caorle, Ancona, Trani, Termoli and Eraclea Mare. Among the beautifully located seaside resorts in Croatia are Trogir, Pula, Rovinj, Split, Zadar, Pula and Dubrovnik.
Accommodation, recreation and culinary delights
Both sides of the Adriatic coast are destinations where wishes come true. For singles, couples and for families with children there are wonderful, but sometimes cosy and rudimentary accommodations along the Adriatic coast. Hotel rooms, holiday houses and apartments as well as pensions can be rented at a fair price. The leisure offer is almost unlimited with regard to water sports. Bicycle tours and relaxed walks can be taken.
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The culinary delights in Italy and Croatia correspond to myths and legends. The food is nutritious, healthy, rich, fresh, spicy, hot and simply delicious. The sun, the sea, the good air on the beach and the dreamlike ambience inspire almost every nature lover. Choosing a destination along the two Adriatic coasts is always a good decision, as long as relaxation, pleasure, fun and discovery are the order of the day.
