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Mooring in the Bay of Kotor

Best anchorages, marinas and berths in Europe's southernmost fjord

January 10, 2026 11 min read Navigation

The Bay of Kotor (Boka Kotorska) is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most dramatic natural harbors in the Mediterranean. This guide covers all mooring options from luxury marinas to quiet anchorages, helping you plan the perfect stay in this stunning fjord.

Marinas

Porto Montenegro, Tivat

Superyacht Marina

Premier superyacht destination with 450 berths for yachts up to 250m. Full-service facilities, luxury village, and year-round operations.

Max LOA

250m

Max Draft

12m

Berths

450

VHF

Ch. 73

Marina Kotor

City Marina

Located directly at Kotor Old Town walls. Perfect for exploring the UNESCO site. Limited space, advance booking essential in season.

Max LOA

50m

Max Draft

5m

Berths

30

VHF

Ch. 17

Popular Anchorages

Perast Bay

Anchor off the baroque town, dinghy to waterfront restaurants. Visit Our Lady of the Rocks island.

8-15m depth Good shelter

Stoliv

Quiet anchorage with excellent holding. Local restaurants on shore. Popular lunch stop.

10-20m depth Excellent holding

Risan

Innermost bay, very calm waters. Roman mosaics ashore. Less crowded than Kotor.

6-12m depth Very protected

Lepetane

Near Verige strait. Good provisioning, fuel station nearby. Ferry observation point.

8-18m depth Moderate shelter

Navigation Tips

  • Verige Strait: Narrowest point (340m), watch for ferries crossing regularly
  • Bora wind: Can funnel through mountains, especially winter. Monitor forecasts
  • Cruise ships: Large vessels frequent Kotor, give way and watch for wake
  • Holding: Generally mud and weed, ensure anchor is well set

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We arrange marina berths and mooring assistance throughout the Bay of Kotor.

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