Zrce Beach, Novalja

Papaya Club in Zrce, Novalja
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15th January 2019

If you are looking for a summer party destination – look no further.  Zrće Beach in Novalja (Pag Island, Croatia) has become one of the most recognizable party beaches in Europe in the last decade thanks to its sunny weather, beautiful sea, music festivals and 24/7 summer beach parties.

Long pebble beach with crystal clear sea located 2km south-east of Novalja, distanced from all settlements, is home to four main, open-air clubs –  Aquarius, Kalypso, Noa & Papaya – and numerous bars in between. Every year through the summer Zrće Beach is a home to number of music festivals and events with the world’s biggest DJs and musicians.

The party season starts in late May with Zrce Spring Break Events and ends in late august with Summer Peak.

Every year through the summer Zrće Beach is a home to number of music festivals and events with the world’s biggest DJs and musicians.

Zrce Events 2020.

The party season starts in late May with Zrce Spring Break Events and ends in late august with Summer Peak.

Zrce Spring Break Europe 2020 | 29 May. - 01 Jun.

Zrce Spring Break Europe is Europe’s biggest spring break music festival. This festival offers the best opportinuty to party in the rhythm of some of mainstream dance music’s finest DJs, who will soundtrack a weekend of poolside parties, boat blowouts and all-night raves.

You can find more info and buy your ticket at zrcespringbreak.com.

Big Beach Spring Break 2020 | 29 May - 31 May

3 days of sun, the sea and Non-Stop party at the famous Croatian party beach Zrće! Check out the official website for more info and ticket reservations!

Beach Bites Beats 2020 | 06. Jun - 13. Jun

Travel with your favorite DJ to Croatia. Live with him for a week in a house and celebrate cool pool parties at your villa. Rock the best clubs in the world on Zrce Beach and have the best time of the year! A total of 6 villas with private pool, 6 internationally known DJs in the best clubs in the world with 100% Spring Break feeling.

Visit beachbitesbeats.com for additional info!

Hideout Festival 2020 | 21 June - 26 June

The award-nominated Hideout Festival has proven to be an unrivalled festival-favourite amongst twenty-somethings.

Five open-air venues host the weeklong party, with heavy-hitting sets in the day rolling through to the early hours of the morning. All of this, plus infamous boat parties, pool parties and beach party means there is something for everyone.

This years Hiedout lineup is stacked with big music names: Adelphi Music Factory, Alan Fitzpatrick, Camelphat, Bou and many more in control of the parties soundtrack.

Check the Hideout Festival official website for more info!

Wild and Free Festival 2020 | 04 Jul. - 18 Jul.

The Zrce Beach Wild & Free Festival – two weeks full of party in the top 4 open-air clubs.

House, EDM, Mash-up, Elektro, Deep House

Hard Island Festival 2020 | 05 Jul. - 09 Jul.

Hard Island is summer holiday gathering for hardstyle and hardcore fans. Feel the sun, enjoy the freedom and give in to the party.

5 days of dancing under the sun and stars
7 day getaway to disconnect from everyday life
10 epic Boat Parties on the Adriatic Sea
100+ international hard dance artists
Music lovers from around the world

 

More info at: hardisland.com

Fresh Island Festival 2020 | 04 Jul. - 09 Jul.

Fresh Island Festival 2020 is coming up! With awesome line-up, great pool parties and club experiences this festival is a must-visit for any party-goer in the world!

Check out the line-up and get all additional info on this festival on Fresh Island Festival official website.

Accommodation

Just 2.5 km from Zrće and all of the action is Novalja, small town where most of the island’s visitors stay during their visit to Zrće Beach. There are plenty of accommodation options, from hotels and hostels to private apartments and bedrooms which can be found through Airbnb.

How to get to Zrće Beach, Novalja

Closest airports to the island are Zadar airport (2 hours away), Split airport (3 hours away) and Zagreb airport (5 hours away).

If you are coming to Croatia by airplane then the best solution is to land in Zadar (Zemunik Airport), which is located 85 km away from Novalja. From there you can get to Novalja by car, taxi or transfer service, or by taking a bus.

If you are coming to Croatia by airplane then the best solution is to land in Zadar (Zemunik Airport), which is located 85 km away from Novalja. From there you can get to Novalja by car, taxi or transfer service, or by taking a bus.

Since there are no direct bus lines between Zemunik Airport and Novalja (line goes via Zadar), the best way to get to Novalja and Zrće Beach from Zadar Airport is by taxi or private transfer service. Most of the route is the country road and the travel time is approx 1 hour and 30 minutes.

The second closest airport and second best solution to choose is Split Airport. Split Airport is located at the very exit from the town of Kastela, towards Trogir. It is at 20 km distance from Split, and at 6 km from Trogir.

Split airport is 185 km from Novalja, which equals a driving time of 2 hours and 30 minutes.

The other 4 international airports in Croatia are located even further. Here are the distances between biggest Airports in Croatia and Novalja:

  • Zadar Airport  – Novalja: 185 km, 3 hours 30 minute drive.
  • Split Airport – Novalja: 185 km, 3 hours 30 minute drive.
  • Zagreb Airport – Novalja: 230 km, 3 hours 30 minute drive.
  • Dubrovnik Airport – Novalja: 425 km, 5 hour drive.
  • Rijeka Airport – Novalja: 117 km (if you take the ferry Prizna – Žigljen). Via road more than 300 km.  Travel time can take from 2 hours 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
  • Pula Airport – Novalja:   236 km, 4 hours or more.

If you want to travel directly to Novalja from above mentioned airports, you can do it by taxi or with a pre-booked transfer service.

 

 

Book your transfer to Novalja on time

We are the cheapest door to door mode of travel between major Airports and all major cities and tourist attractions in Croatia.  We operate a modern fleet of vehicles with free Wi-Fi and professional, English speaking drivers. You can book your transfer to Zrce Beach (Novalja) through our online booking form, or via Whatsapp, Viber or Email. 

Let’s Go Zadar Transfer Service is specialized in providing low cost door to door private trasnfers in Zadar and across Croatia. Enjoy comfortable ride and free WiFi during the transfer.

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