Vrsar

Vrsar (Venetian: Orsera) is a small seaside town and a municipality in Istria, Croatia located 9 kilometers south of Poreč. The historical center is located on top of a hill, including the St. Martin parish church and the 40-meter high bell tower. In the 20th century, the town expanded down the hill, into the surrounding area. It is a popular summer destination with large campsites, private accommodation units and a modern marina. It is the home of the large Koversada Naturist Campsite, the oldest in Istria.

Vrsar
Orsera
Municipality
Vrsar/Orsera Municipality
Općina Vrsar - Comune di Orsera
Vrsar old harbor
Location of Vrsar in Istria
Vrsar
Coordinates: 45°09′N 13°36′E
Country Croatia
County Istria County
Government
  MayorIvan Gerometta (IDS)
Area
  Municipality14.1 sq mi (36.5 km2)
  Urban
5.9 sq mi (15.2 km2)
Population
 (2021)
  Municipality1,923
  Density140/sq mi (53/km2)
  Urban
1,535
  Urban density260/sq mi (100/km2)
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
52450 Vrsar
Area code052
Websitevrsar.hr
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