Raslina
About this place
Raslina is defined by Lake Prokljan rather than the open sea: the settlement occupies its western shore, looking towards the meeting of the Krka River and the sea. Prokljan is the largest natural lake along the Krka, and the mixing of freshwater and seawater supports fish and shellfish, sustaining Raslina’s fishing tradition. The Guduča enters the lake nearby through an area valuable for birdlife. The settlement’s historical layer reaches back to 1298, while the Church of St Michael is cited in 1457. Modern Raslina falls within the administrative area of the City of Šibenik.
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Beaches
Raslina’s bathing area lies directly on Lake Prokljan, so swimmers enter the brackish lower waters of the Krka rather than the open Adriatic. The municipal project describes a beach covering 3,300 square metres and a promenade with a total length of 530 metres. Its second development phase added 190 metres of walkway, stone-clad retaining walls and preparations for water and public-lighting infrastructure. The long waterfront makes it easy to combine swimming with walking, kayaking or paddleboarding, while the uninterrupted view across the lake remains the defining feature of this unusual bathing spot.
Things to do
Begin at Raslina’s waterfront, where the promenade follows the improved bathing area and opens broad views across Lake Prokljan. After a swim, explore the shoreline by kayak or paddleboard, two activities specifically associated with Raslina by the local tourist board. Continue inland by bicycle or walk uphill towards Križovača, the viewpoint above the village. For a quieter finish, watch birds in the direction of the Guduča estuary without entering the channel’s sensitive habitat. A car journey can then extend the day towards Skradin and Krka National Park or south to Šibenik’s historic centre.
Practical information
Practical information
Raslina can be visited year-round; its official destination profile recommends comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and cash, particularly for the walk towards Križovača and time by Lake Prokljan. The Šibenik Tourist Board lists its office at Fausta Vrančića 18 in Šibenik, while Raslina’s local committee is at Ulica sv. Mihovila 23. For local events, Visit Šibenik lists Prukljanski Gušti, a swimming marathon and the Dalmatia Šibenik Outdoor Adventure programme for Raslina.
Getting there and around
For public transport to Raslina, a 2026 City of Šibenik notice identifies route L101 Raslina. An earlier city transport study describes the Šibenik–Zaton–Raslina service as line 14: it starts at Šibenik bus station, crosses the city and reaches Raslina via Zaton, with a 28.8-kilometre return route. Route numbers and departures can change, so consult the operator’s current timetable before travelling. By car, approach the settlement via Zaton; Raslina itself is in the second zone of Šibenik’s public-transport system.
Frequently asked questions
Is swimming in Raslina in the sea or a lake?
The bathing area is on Lake Prokljan, whose water is brackish because the Krka is connected to the sea through the Šibenik channel.
Which bus serves Raslina?
Šibenik suburban route 101 connects the bus station, Zaton and Raslina; departure frequency depends on the seasonal timetable.
How long is the beach promenade?
The municipal beach project gives the total length of Raslina’s promenade as 530 metres.
What can be seen from Križovača?
Križovača is a viewpoint above Raslina overlooking Lake Prokljan and the lower Krka landscape.
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Photo credits
- Raslina — Kristian Pikner · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
- Zaton — Luboš Holič · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
- Skradin — VitVit · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
- Bilice, Šibenik-Knin County — The original uploader was Jdulibic at Croatian Wikipedia. · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
