Brgulje ( Berguglie) on the Croatian island of Molat is a sheltered anchorage for boats on a sandy seabed, located in the gulf of the same name, just behind the islet of Brguljski. It is also the arrival point for the hydrofoil, which causes waves.
To reach Brgulije, we recommend approaching from the west; from the east, entry is difficult due to the mandatory passage between the islands, where the water depth is shallow in some places (for example, 1.5 meters at Malo Zaplo). To the west, however, the passage is easier; at night, use the white light flashing every fifteen seconds on the left and the white light flashing every three seconds on the right as reference points. Opposite the first light described, there is a shoal with a depth of 8 meters.
As a boating destination in Croatia, Brgulje is well-known and highly regarded by recreational boaters (primarily Sailing Boats), thanks to the enchanting bay that surrounds it. The bay, where boats and yachts often anchor, is one of the safest anchorages on the entire island. It is sheltered from all winds, and in addition to 30 berths along the pier, there are many buoys available and space for about 200 boats at anchor, in addition to the 30 berths along the shore. Most of the buoys are located between the town of Berguglie and the small island across from it; when the sirocco wind blows, waves build up and mooring at the buoys is not comfortable. Water and electricity are available at the pier; fuel refueling is available by appointment only. For all information, call the port number listed below. There is also a restaurant and a small convenience store. For nighttime entry, look for the green light flashing every three seconds located at the pier where the ferry docks.
Regarding mooring at buoys, please note that when moored to one of these (in good condition), a 10-meter-long boat will generally be safe in sea state 7–8. As the boat’s length increases, the wind force must be reduced; for a 15-meter boat, the buoy can safely hold the mooring in sea state 6–7, and so on. However, it is always advisable to check the rope’s integrity, as maintenance may be lacking and the ropes are prone to rapid wear and tear. It often happens that the mooring buoy at the base tips over, and once in this position, due to continuous friction, it causes the rope to wear out very quickly. In summary, once moored, remember to give the rope a quick tug backward to verify that it is securely held.
