MOLAT

Molat is an island in north Dalmatia , covered with maquis and pine forests and is the ideal destination for hermits and those seeking hiking treks among a Mediterranean vegetation. The many bays are a frequent destination for sailors. The Molat island is situated in the northern part of Zadar's archipelago. It is southeast of the island of Ist, separated from it by the Zapuntel strait; area 22.7 sq km; population 222. The relief is characterized by two limestone ridges (the highest peak Knizak, 142 m), separated from each other by the Zapuntel-Brgulje valley (Zapuntel Field); the Bay of Brgulje is its south-eastern submerged part. A smaller transversal valley (Molat Field) stretches in the south-eastern part of the island.

King Edward VIII, in the company of Wallis Simpson, visited the island on his Adriatic cruises in 1939. In 1151 the island became the property of the Zadar-based Benedictine monastery of St. Krsevan; from 1409 it was under the power of Venice, which leased it to several families from Zadar.

Molat is mostly under young forests and underbrush. Its mostly low north-eastern coast is indented with numerous coves (the largest cove is Jazi). The south-western coast is largely steep , overlooking the sea, and is less indented. Chief occupations are farming, livestock breeding (sheep), fishing and tourism. The villages of Molat, Zapuntel and Brgulje are situated in the interior of the island; coastal hamlets developed around their piers. Molat is a peacefull and silent , with secret beaches and numerous hidden bays for swimming and necessary minimum of infrastructures (couple of restaurants and shops). Beaches covered with pebbles, big rocks or sand are probably most beautiful ones on the island.

Island is absolutely green and covers with young woods and shrubs. One ferry line daily connects Molat with Zadar and makes it even more exclusive and private place for real vacation.

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