Istria is a Croatian region known for its many attractions, including authentic Istrian delicacies drawing both sailors and tourists visiting from the mainland. Out of all Croatian regions, Istria is the best when it comes to enjoying life on the sea and on the mainland at the same time, which makes it interesting to sailors.
Prematura, Cape Kamenjak
Popular Routes
One of the three marinas in Pula has the largest number of moorings in Istria, while the towns on the western coast of Istria hold their own with a total of nine modern marinas, which speaks volumes about the popularity of the area. It would be difficult to choose the most beautiful town, so we will mention the one with the most modern nautical infrastructure: Rovinj, whose 22 islets form one of the most beautiful summer island oases in the northern Adriatic.
The attractive coastal towns in Istria are complemented by charming towns located in the interior of the peninsula
Roman Castrum, Brijuni National Park
Hidden routes
Sailors who want to visit less popular destinations should most definitely sail towards the eastern coast of Istria. After leaving behind the imposing Porer lighthouse, the southernmost point of the peninsula, and the famous cape Kamenjak (and its lighthouse), sail towards the Raša bay.
The Brijuni National Park is one of the gems of Croatian tourist offer, and it is easily accessible to sailors thanks to the local marina
Euphrasian Basilica, Poreč (J. Duval)
The Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč, dating back to the 6th century, and the baroque church of St. Euphemia in Rovinj are a testament to the abundance of Istrian cultural heritage
Pula (Z. Jelača)
The Pula amphitheatre is the sixth largest Roman amphitheatre in the world, as well as one of the best-preserved. Built in the 1st century A.D., it originally served as an arena for gladiator games, but today it is a popular venue for musical and film events
Motovun (Z. Jelača)
Known for its film festival, Motovun is a romantic Istrian town located on the top of a hill above the Motovun forest and the river Mirna
Grožnjan (I. Biočina)
Grožnjan, home to the International cultural centre of JM Croatia (youth music NGO), is equally magical
NP Brijuni (M. Jelavić)
The Brijuni National Park is the principal natural heritage landmark in Istria, an archipelago comprising 14 islands which are home to rare plant and animal species, and a perfect spot for fans of golfing and polo. The abundant prehistoric remains and well-preserved remains from the classical era make Brijuni one of the most attractive Mediterranean archipelagos
Lim Channel (I. Biočina)
The Lim bay reaches deep into the western part of the Istrian mainland, and due to its vegetation it has been protected as a special marine reserve, where visitors can enjoy delicious locally sourced oysters
Buje
Istria is known for its excellent wine and virgin olive oil, so it is well worth taking a walk through its wine roads and olive-oil trails
Istrian Truffles
Delicacies include Istrian truffles, boškarin (local cattle) meat, wild asparagus, maneštra (vegetable stew), ombolo (loin roast) and sausages with sauerkraut, as well as sole, crab and shellfish from the Lim bay, all accompanied by a glass of Malvasia and Teran wine
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Marinas In Istria
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