Franka Adriana 44 (2012)

City Sukosan

Max. guests

Cabins 3 cabins

Bathrooms 2 bathrooms

With or without skipper

Franka Adriana 44 invites the whole party to slow down from the outset. Leaving Sukosan opens a route where Zadar can be the first stop, yet the real pleasure lies in having time to cruise, swim and share life on board. On board, 3 cabins and 2 bathrooms divide privacy and daily routines naturally, an important detail for a family that needs easy-to-share common areas. A first night near Petrčane leaves the option of continuing towards Preko or keeping the programme more relaxed.

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Franka Adriana 44 from Sukosan: space on board and cruising character — cruising towards Zadar with room for Preko

  • Model: Adriana 44
  • Year: 2012
  • Maximum capacity: 8 people approx.
  • Cabins: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Length: 13,50 m approx.
  • Beam: 4,20 m approx.
  • Draft: 1,05 m approx.
  • Weekly price: From €2,500/week

The rate begins at €2,500/week and may change with week, duration and services. The final quote should separate fuel, harbours, cleaning, deposit and skipper, so there are no surprises once provisions and route have been chosen.

To judge whether Franka Adriana 44 suits the holiday, it helps to picture the real use of its 13,50 m approx. length and 4,20 m approx. beam. a family that needs easy-to-share common areas will find this 2012 yacht supports shared cruising without losing private moments. Near Petrčane, that balance becomes especially valuable once the day’s activity is over.

Life on board is organised around 3 cabins and 2 bathrooms. For a party of up to 8 people approx., common areas are best kept for meals and rest, with luggage inside the cabins. That leaves the cockpit and deck passages clear from the departure in Sukosan.

Between Zadar and Petrčane, the party can alternate cruising, swimming and time ashore without filling every hour. Preko is available for those wanting to go farther, but a shorter route still gives a complete experience.

At 13,50 m approx. long with a beam of 4,20 m approx., the boat offers presence and space while rewarding preparation before berthing. Its 1,05 m approx. draft matters when choosing an anchorage or entering a small harbour; chart, sounder and base guidance always carry more weight than an attractive photograph.

Franka Adriana 44 suits guests who want an organised trip without losing spontaneity. With the layout understood, an easy first stage and alternatives near Petrčane, attention stays on cruising and enjoying the day rather than following a rigid programme.

Equipment

Length:13 m.

Beam Beam: 4 m.

Air conditioning

Autopilot

Bow thruster

CD player

Cockpit cushions

Cockpit table

Cockpit/stern, outside shower

Dinghy

Electric anchor windlass

Generator

Reserve catamaran

Boat location

Three ways to cruise from Sukosan on Franka Adriana 44 — an approach designed for a family that needs easy-to-share common areas · suited to a family that needs easy-to-share common areas

One day from Sukosan: cruising, swimming and a night near Petrčane — cruising towards Zadar with room for Preko

When the forecast opens a stable window, Zadar can begin a longer stage towards Petrčane. The group keeps a sheltered alternative and a decision time. That discipline does not reduce freedom; it protects an easy return to Sukosan.

Departure from Sukosan leaves enough daylight for the crew to learn Franka Adriana 44 before the first berth. The course towards Zadar includes a long pause for swimming, a simple meal and a decision about continuing. That first stop sets the tone for the whole experience.

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Three days on Franka Adriana 44: from Sukosan to Petrčane via Preko — from Sukosan to Petrčane aboard Franka Adriana 44

Franka Adriana 44 towards Preko: Two days at an unhurried pace — Zadar as a first stop for a family that needs easy-to-share common areas

What travellers say about Franka Adriana 44 and the stop at Zadar

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3 reviews
  • user review

    Leo D.


    Boarding was busy and we started a little late, but the organisation improved quickly and the day ended very well.

  • user review

    Lucía D.


    Punctual handover and very practical explanations. We reached Petrčane confident about both berthing and return.

  • user review

    Mara D.


    Boarding was busy and we started a little late, but the organisation improved quickly and the day ended very well.

Time aboard Franka Adriana 44 between Zadar, Petrčane and Preko — between Zadar and Petrčane on Franka Adriana 44

With provisions already stowed below, the crew discusses the route and keeps one simple alternative. Once Sukosan begins to fall astern, the deck feels better when it is not a permanent corridor. When choosing between Petrčane and Preko, the simpler choice leaves time to cook, swim or go ashore. With dinner ready and the anchorage checked, one well-chosen stop matters more than a long list.

An early coffee leaves room to study the forecast; a calm explanation turns the first manoeuvre into part of the holiday. In the opening miles on Franka Adriana 44, lunch can wait until a genuinely comfortable bay appears. While daylight still allows two shelters to be compared, depth, swinging room and the morning exit matter more than reputation. Before the party divides the cabins for the night, water, batteries and weather are checked for an easy start.

The first morning in Sukosan works best without a rush; nobody must learn everything, but everybody knows whom to ask. During the passage towards Zadar, conversation gives way to quiet moments watching the horizon. If Petrčane looks busy on arrival, a nearby alternative preserves good humour and a daylight arrival. The final conversation of the day often begins on deck; memories grow from simple details and generous time together.

Before setting a course for Zadar, the party shares jobs and keeps the deck passages clear. As the water opens near Zadar, one person keeps watch while another checks position and the next mark. If the wind changes during the afternoon, nobody loses the experience by dropping a late stop. As evening settles over Franka Adriana 44, the morning plan is discussed without turning it into a duty.

Franka Adriana 44 technical data — between Zadar and Petrčane on Franka Adriana 44

Model Adriana 44
Bathing platform Aft bathing platform
Dinghy/Tender Yes
CE certification B10 / C12 approx.
Overall length 13,50 m approx.
Electronics Yes
Cruising speed 14-22 knots at cruising speed
Sleeping cabins 3
Architects/Design Adriana design team
Interior saloon Interior saloon or cabin area depending on layout
Maximum occupancy 8 people approx.
Mainsail area No mainsail
Shipyard Adriana Yachts / SAS Vektor
Dishwasher Optional
Keel depth 1,05 m approx.
Sound system Yes
Maximum beam 4,20 m approx.
Air conditioning Yes
Mast height No sailing mast
Fresh water 400 L approx.
Genoa area No genoa
Bimini and sun area Optional
Solar panels Yes
Wi-Fi on board Optional
Barbecue Optional
Optional services Catering, transfers, provisioning and tailor-made routes
Crew With or without skipper
Leisure equipment air conditioning, generator, autopilot, GPS plotter, outdoor shower
Power unit 2 x 260-370 hp depending on unit
Galley Optional
Fuel tank 1.000 L approx.
Total sail area No sailing rig
Chart table Yes
Safety Optional
Listed year 2012
Watermaker Optional
Bathrooms 2
Outdoor shower Yes
Construction material Fiberglass / GRP
USB sockets in cabins Optional
Fridge/freezer Yes
Generator Yes
Displacement 12,0 t approx.
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Franka Adriana 44 equipment: what to locate during handover — Franka Adriana 44 on a flexible course towards Preko

Handover is the best time to walk through Franka Adriana 44 calmly and connect each item with a real situation. Nobody needs to memorise everything: several people should know where essential equipment is kept, how it is left after use and whom to call if something differs from the agreement.

  • Comfort on board. The use of «refrigerator», «air conditioning» and «solar panels» is clarified before provisions and luggage are stowed. Knowing what draws power, needs ventilation or must be closed under way keeps common areas pleasant during the night near Petrčane.
  • Safety and swimming. Everybody knows where to find «dinghy». The briefing also covers movement on deck, when passages stay closed and what happens before entering the water. Rules are adapted when children or first-time guests are aboard.

With these references clear, Franka Adriana 44 is easier to share. The crew can change the stage between Zadar and Preko without losing time to searches, and handover in Sukosan becomes more orderly.

Practical answers for enjoying Franka Adriana 44 between Zadar and Preko

What luggage fits comfortably in the cabins on Franka Adriana 44? · Zadar · crews who enjoy the passage itself

Soft bags fit lockers and berths; hard cases block passages and are difficult to stow. For Franka Adriana 44, bring light clothes, sun protection, light-soled shoes, documents, medication and one dry layer. Confirm towels and snorkelling gear to avoid duplicate bulk. The aim is to keep all 3 cabins usable from the first day. Settling it before leaving Sukosan gives the party more freedom near Zadar.

What preparation does a family need before leaving on Franka Adriana 44? · Zadar · crews who enjoy the passage itself

Is the listed capacity of comfortable for several days on Franka Adriana 44? · Zadar · crews who enjoy the passage itself

What happens if wind prevents Franka Adriana 44 from reaching Preko? · Zadar · crews who enjoy the passage itself

Harbour, buoy or anchorage for the first night on Franka Adriana 44? · Zadar · crews who enjoy the passage itself

Franka Adriana 44 (2012)

Dates

From €2,500/week