Winter in Istria is calmer, colder and encourages discovery. In addition to the exceptional gastronomic offer, we suggest sightseeing of towns and cities in the interior of Istria, but also coastal pearls, which bathed in winter colors also bring special charms.
Take a look at a few ideas for winter weekend itineraries and judge for yourself if winter in Istria can be attractive.
Central Istria - Pazin and surroundings
If you are staying in central Istria, start the weekend in its very center, in the heart of Istria, the capital Pazin. You will notice the authenticity of Pazin and its building, the Pazin castle, which rises 130 meters above the Pazinčica sinkhole. By looking at the Pazin Castle, you will see why it was exactly this sight the foundation of Jules Verne’s novel. Let her enchant you too!
After sightseeing the castle and a short walk through Pazin - with coffee and refreshments, set off Gračišća. Take a walk through the picturesque place and feel a touch of history, and along the way stop by one of the wine producers for a tasting. Are you hungry? No problem. Central Istria offers many options, and you can choose your favorite in brochures.
West coast of Istria - Porec and Rovinj
In the afternoon, head to a slightly different scenery - Porec. The symbol of Poreč is Euphrasian Basilica which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Find out its history as well as the history of other sights of Poreč. Stop at one of the charming bars and feel the spirit of the place in winter.
///Take a walk with us through the old core of the thousand-year-old city of Poreč
Head to the next day Rovinj - a short walk from the city center to the Golden Cape of Rovinj will really leave you breathless. Rovinj is in all seasons an unavoidable stop on the journey through Istria. Many Istrian places exude a special charm, and Rovinj will surely leave a special mark in the memory.
Northern Istria - Buzet and Grožnjan
Finish your winter adventure in one of the small towns in northern Istria, depending on your way home. So you can stop in Buzet from whose vantage points there is an "infinite" view of Istria, or Grožnjan - the city of artists. The views of this "Istrian Tuscany" will recharge your batteries and motivate you to return.
Both Buzet and Grožnjan are proud of their gastronomic offer. Reward your palates pasta with truffles or some other delicacy… And be sure to plan your return as we await you with new itineraries to explore the rest of our beautiful peninsula.
///House of castles: Secrets of Istrian castles
Winter days give a special kind of serenity, while lulled under a blanket with a cup of tea we remember a visit to Istria, but we are planning a new visit, maybe in the spring.
Source: istra.hr
