Major city · Croatia
Beli
Half a day is enough to walk the old village and swim; stay one night if you want to hike or kayak. Skip if you only have time for one spot on Cres.
Beli is a tiny stone village perched 130 m above the northeast coast of Cres island, built on a prehistoric hill-fort. Its narrow streets, a small pebble beach, a zipline and several hiking routes make it a quiet stop for a few hours or a relaxed overnight. All four restaurants are cash only.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Nov–Apr (many facilities closed)
- Airports
- RJK · PUY
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Balkans ↗Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in pockets of Croatia's former front line: outside towns keep to tarmac and waymarked paths, and treat red triangle signs and taped-off fields as absolute.
- Balkans ↗Serbia refuses onward entry to travellers who reached Kosovo from a third country and then try to cross straight into Serbia; route Kosovo–Serbia legs through North Macedonia or Montenegro, or start the loop in Serbia.
- Balkans ↗Hire cars need written permission from the rental company and valid insurance for every country on the line; Kosovo sells its own border insurance and some contracts exclude Albania, Kosovo or Bosnia outright.
- Croatia ↗Croatia is in the EU and the Schengen area; the EU Entry/Exit System applies to non-EU visitors. Check the official EU and Croatian sources for your passport.
- Croatia ↗Book car ferries and popular catamarans ahead in summer; foot passengers still need to be early for the busiest routes.
- Croatia ↗Split and Dubrovnik fine visitors for walking shirtless or in swimwear away from beaches; carry a cover-up.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Beli192 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Beli, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR) since 2023.Croatia-wide
- SIM or eSIMHrvatski Telekom, A1 and Telemach sell prepaid SIMs at kiosks (Tisak) and shops; ID required.Croatia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe and good everywhere, including islands (some small islands rely on piped or tanked water — ask).Croatia-wide
- TippingRestaurant: About 10% for good service, in cash.Croatia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Croatia-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree in cafés for customers; public toilets in old towns cost €0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2).Croatia-wide
- Emergency numbers192 police · 193 fire · 194 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany island restaurants, hotels and museums close November–March.Croatia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckRJK Rijeka Airport (About 1 h 45 min drive including the ferry to Cres; check seasonal ferry schedules.).
- Getting aroundOn foot.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- BeerBeer (0.5 L draught)€3–5 (≈ US$4–6)
- Budget bedCamping Brajdi pitch (tent + 2 people), a night, per room€30 (≈ US$35)
- Mid-range bedCamping Brajdi pitch (tent + 2 people), a night, per room€40 (≈ US$50)
- High-end bedCamping Brajdi pitch (tent + 2 people), a night, per room€50 (≈ US$60)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €50 (≈ US$60) · Mid €80 (≈ US$95) · High €130 (≈ US$160)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- RJK Rijeka Airport (About 1 h 45 min drive including the ferry to Cres; check seasonal ferry schedules.) · PUY Pula Airport (About 2 h 30 min drive via the Brestova–Porozina ferry.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
Avoid
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
Avoid
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Nov (12 rain days), driest Jul (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Beli: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
10 rd
Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
10 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
11 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
6 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
6 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
12 rd
Dec
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
On foot. The port, beach and camping are at the bottom of the hill; the village is a 10–15 min walk up a steep road. If driving, the 7 km access road from the main Cres road is narrow and winding.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Cres Town
goDoor to door: 30 min
Drive 20 km (12 mi) south on the main island road, about 25 minDrive 12 mi (20 km) south on the main island road, about 25 min
The island's main town with a harbour, restaurants and a small history museum.
Lubenice
goDoor to door: 35 min
Drive 15 km (9.3 mi) south, then a steep road up, about 25 minDrive 9.3 mi (15 km) south, then a steep road up, about 25 min
Ancient hilltop village with a famous pebble beach (Sveti Ivan) below – a steep 30 min walk down.
Mali Lošinj
goDoor to door: 1 h 15 min
Drive south via the bridge to Lošinj, about 1 h
Largest town on the neighbouring island; botanical garden and dolphin-watching trips.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Village hilltop
Rooms and apartments in the old village; quiet, with sea views.
Beach area
A few apartments and Camping Brajdi next to the beach, a 10–15 min walk uphill to the village.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €50–80 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- €80–130 (≈ US$95–160) excl. bed
- High
- €130 (≈ US$160)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Private apartment or room1 × 1 night × €90 | €90 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €80 | €160 |
| Meal at a restaurant (main + drink)2 × €25 · cash only | €50 |
| Kayak or SUP rental (hourly)2 × €15 · check | €30 |
| Zipline2 × €20 · check | €40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €37 |
| Trip total≈ €204 per person per day, bed included | €407≈ US$500 |
check
2026 estimate in euros. All restaurants are cash only.
Prices of common things
| Meal at a restaurant (main + drink)cash only | €20–30 (≈ US$25–35) |
| Coffee | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Beer (0.5 L draught) | €3–5 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Kayak or SUP rental (hourly)check | €10–20 (≈ US$12–25) |
| Ziplinecheck | €15–25 (≈ US$18–30) |
| Camping Brajdi pitch (tent + 2 people)check | €30–50 (≈ US$35–60) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- All four restaurants are cash only – bring enough euros.
- The access road from the main Cres road is narrow with serpentines; allow extra time.
- Water shoes recommended for the pebble beach and rocky entry.
- Camping Brajdi is basic and the toilets are not always clean.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 192
- Fire
- 193
- Ambulance
- 194
- Sea rescue
- 195
- General emergency
- 112
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Na ovu adresu, molimTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police192
- Fire193
- Ambulance194
- Sea rescue195
- General emergency112
Embassy
Nearest embassies are in Zagreb; check your country's consular services for Croatia.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Rijeka Airport → Beli (car + ferry): about €15–20 (≈ US$18–25) tolls and ferry, 1 h 45 min (check)
- Pula Airport → Beli (car + ferry): about €20–25 (≈ US$25–30) tolls and ferry, 2 h 30 min (check)
Say or show
- Bok — Hello (bok)
- Hvala — Thank you (hva-la)
- Koliko? — How much? (ko-li-ko)
- Samo gotovina? — Cash only? (sa-mo go-to-vi-na)
- Gdje je plaža? — Where is the beach? (gdye ye pla-zha)
- Doviđenja — Goodbye (do-vi-dye-nya)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Beli. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Nov–Apr (many facilities closed) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Beli's four restaurants with cash-only warnings and opening hours.
- Hiking trail map with rock sculpture and labyrinth waypoints.
- Beach page with water-shoe note and kayak/SUP rental details.
- Zipline page with seasonal hours and booking link.
Sources
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