Ručica Beach is a world-famous lunar-landscape cove situated on the eastern tip of Pag Island near Metajna. Surrounded by bare karst stone without trees, the contrasting electric turquoise sea and reddish-white pebble slope make it one of the most visually extraordinary beaches in the Adriatic.
Follow road 106 across Pag Island to Novalja, take the local road to Metajna village (12 km), and drive 1 km east to the designated beach gravel car park.
Fast 45-min highway drive from Zadar Airport (ZAD) or 60 min from Split Airport (SPU).
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Ručica Beach averages 24.2°C (76°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.
Ručica Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Pag Island (Metajna), Croatia.
Yes, Ručica Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Parking arrangements vary locally. Restroom facilities are present.