Central Istria offers a peaceful landscape of medieval hilltop towns and diverse trails suitable for both active athletes and casual hikers, inviting visitors to explore its untouched nature and rich heritage.
The area of Central Istria will enchant you with its peace, quiet and beauty and this will always be a reason to return. Old medieval towns with their bell towers, churches and alleys situated on hill tops have a fairy-tale appearance. If you like to run, trek or hike, this part of Istria offers a number of possibilities. There are numerous (demanding) trails with the characteristics to attract active athletes. But, fear not, there are also trails suitable for the people who are, perhaps, not so active. Central Istria with every step you take reminds you to enjoy the untouched nature and rich cultural and historical heritage.
A scenic 7 km circular hiking trail starting in Semić, leading through the village of Brest and offering beautiful lookout points over the surrounding Istrian landscape.
The area around Rovinj offers a variety of forest trails perfect for trekking, allowing visitors to explore Istria's natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.
Korita is a scenic hiking destination featuring a historic fresh water spring with ten wooden troughs, located on a meadow beneath the Brajkove Stijene cliffs. The trail offers a peaceful walk through dense forest and provides stunning views of the Učka mountain range.
The Plas educational trail in Učka Nature Park offers a scenic walk through beech forests and karst landscapes, featuring viewpoints and interpretation boards about the area's unique biodiversity.
Parenzana is a scenic hiking and recreational trail in Istria, following the route of a former railway line that once connected Poreč and Trieste. The trail winds through picturesque valleys, vineyards, and olive groves, featuring historic tunnels and viaducts.
A scenic hiking trail connecting the medieval town of Buzet, the historic village of Kotli, and Hum, the smallest town in the world, featuring river landscapes and traditional Istrian culture.