Experience the aroma of truffles and exceptional wine!
What is a must-see?
The old city centre of Poreč, which to this day has preserved the urbanistic street system dating back to Roman times. When strolling through the city, visit the Euphrasian Basilica complex and Temple of Mars, the largest Roman temple in Istria. On your way, you will encounter numerous palaces and towers, which once formed part of the town wall and now serve as excellent viewing points.
When navigating be sure to turn into the Brijuni National Park, where you can relax and enjoy the wonderful nature spilling into the beautiful sea.
Nautical adventure guidebook
- The Istria Inspirit project is ongoing throughout the entire peninsula from June until September and will take you through time with nine events, staged at historical sites.
- The Pulj Arena staged gladiatorial combat during the period of the Roman Empire and is now used for various cultural events, mainly concerts which attract visitors.
- The Kamenjak Cape with its numerous coves, capes, hidden corners, beaches and uninhabited islands, appears as an exotic location somewhere near the equator and is thus referred to by some as the "European Caribbean". The cape provides favourable conditions for surfing and cycling, and also favourable conditions for experienced divers wishing to discover the magical underwater world full of shipwrecks from World War I and II.
- During your vacation, surrender to the culinary delights and taste the famous subterranean treasure of Istria: the truffle. Do not forget the home-made bread and the exquisite olive oil known as "fluid gold". Spoil your taste buds and treat yourself to a glass of delicious Istrian wine.
This list is by no means complete. During your sailing holiday in Croatia, you can combine this and much more. If you need assistance for planning your perfect sailing route in Croatia we’re here to help you.