# Kijac Beach > Kijac is Njivice's main bathing beach: a 320-metre arc of fine pebble, holding Blue Flag status, with full facilities and the unusual feature of an attached dog-friendly section. The combination makes it one of the few beaches on Krk where families with dogs can spend a full day without compromise. Pebble · Njivice · Popular ## About Kijac sits in the middle of Njivice's seafront, in the bay below the village's hotels and restaurants. The main bathing area is fine pebble, around 320 metres long and 15 metres wide at average depth, with gradual entry and a uniformly pebble seabed. Water quality earns Blue Flag certification annually thanks to the bay's good circulation. The key distinction at Kijac is the dog-friendly section: a small extension at the eastern end of the beach where dogs are welcome to swim and rest. Local convention puts dogs on this side and prefers the western half remain dog-free for visitors who'd rather not share. Both sections share the same water and amenities — showers, toilets, changing rooms, lifeguards in peak season, multiple beach bars, and rental loungers + umbrellas. The dog area has its own freshwater rinse station and a separate small entry path so dogs don't track sand across the family side. The seafront promenade is paved and stroller-friendly, with mature pines providing intermittent shade on the back third of the beach. Several restaurants and ice-cream stands are within 2–3 minutes' walk, and Njivice's village centre is 5 minutes on foot. The Hotel Jadran complex behind the beach gives the area a resort feel — guests have priority on the central lounger blocks but the rest of the beach is fully public. Njivice itself is one of Krk's smaller coastal villages, roughly half-resort and half-fishing-village. The harbour at the western end of the bay still hosts a small commercial fishing fleet that lands daily catches in the morning. Several restaurants near the harbour buy directly from the fishermen — ask at any of the konobas for 'today's catch' and you'll often get the actual answer rather than a default menu item. The village has a small daily market (Mon–Sat 7:00–13:00) for produce, a few bakeries that open at 6:00, two pharmacies, and a Konzum supermarket about 5 minutes' walk inland. This combination of beach, dog access, food infrastructure, and proximity to Rijeka airport (25 minutes by car) makes Njivice a popular base for week-long family stays. Kijac works well for families with mixed needs: kids who want lifeguards and playgrounds nearby, adults who want a Blue Flag swim, and dogs who want to actually swim instead of being banned from the water entirely. It's less wild than the south-coast coves and less photogenic than Haludovo across the bay, but it's reliably comfortable and well-rounded enough to anchor a week-long family stay in northern Krk. ## Quick facts - **Length**: 320 m × 15 m - **Surface**: pebble - **Beach type**: Pebble - **Blue Flag**: Yes - **Dogs**: Allowed - **Wheelchair access**: No - **Parking**: Yes ## How to get there - By car - By bike - On foot From the main road (D102), follow signs into Njivice and then to 'Plaža'. Paid parking lots line the access road behind the beach, about 150 metres away (€2–4/hour in season). From Krk Town allow 25 minutes; from Rijeka airport about 25 minutes including the bridge. ## Beach policies ### Dogs Dogs are welcome at this beach. ### Naturism This is not a naturist beach. ## Tips for visiting - The dog-friendly section is at the eastern end — look for the signs. - Lifeguards on duty mid-June through mid-September. - Pine-shaded back third of the beach is the coolest spot at midday. - Rinse station for sandy / sticky kids near the changing cabins. - For quieter alternatives nearby: walk 10 minutes east along the coast to a series of smaller pebble coves. ## Frequently asked questions ### Where exactly is the dog-friendly section at Kijac? It's the eastern end of the beach, marked with signs. Local convention: dogs swim on the eastern side, the western half stays dog-free. Both share the same amenities, lifeguards, and water. ### Is Kijac suitable for very young children? Yes — gradual pebble entry, calm bay, lifeguards in peak season, and a paved stroller-friendly promenade behind the beach. Pair with the playground a 5-minute walk away in Njivice centre. ### Is parking free at Kijac? No, the lots behind the beach are paid (€2–4/hour in peak season). Free parking is available further from the beach (10+ minutes' walk) but fills up early. ### Does Kijac get crowded? It fills steadily in July–August, especially the central section. The eastern end (dog-friendly) and far western corner are usually less crowded. Arrive before 10:00 in peak season for prime spots. ### When did Kijac get its Blue Flag? Kijac has carried Blue Flag certification for over a decade. Status is reassessed each year based on water quality, environmental management, safety, and amenities. ## Location - Coordinates: 45.152253, 14.534512 ([open in maps](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=45.152253&mlon=14.534512&zoom=16)) - Size: 320 m × 15 m - Area: Njivice ## Plan your visit Combine your beach day with: - [Things to do in Omišalj](https://www.madeinkrk.com/en/experiences?village=omisalj) - [Local makers in Omišalj](https://www.madeinkrk.com/en/providers?village=omisalj) - [Explore Omišalj](https://www.madeinkrk.com/en/village/6) ## Related - [All beaches on Krk](https://www.madeinkrk.com/en/beaches) - [Water activities](https://www.madeinkrk.com/en/water-activities) - [Villages of Krk](https://www.madeinkrk.com/en/villages) --- **Canonical URL:** https://www.madeinkrk.com/en/beaches/kijac-njivice **Markdown URL:** https://www.madeinkrk.com/en/beaches/kijac-njivice.md **[Made in Krk](https://www.madeinkrk.com/en) — local products, experiences, and guides for Krk island, Croatia.**