Discover Istria medieval towns on E-bike
Relaxing sunset sea kayaking in Poreč archipelago Laid on the hills, Istrian town are signposts to antique gallery and at the same time their most beautiful exhibits.Rising up to the heaven and sun as crowns resisting the time.Their walls remembers better times and never forget to tell you one particular story about the mysteries of town’s life. About how builders and artist used to come through the centuries and equipped their crowns with new jewels that flashed again with new brightness.Today when the tower bells greet you, flocks of pigeons will take off from the roofs.Get inside, the city doors are always open HIGLIGHTS: Town of artists - Grožnjan, Završje, Oprtalj, Motovun
Taste local wine
Meeting with the guide and short introduction. After e-bike fitting we start riding towards Grožnjan, a Istrian medieval hilltop town overfilled with galleries and artists. If you just occasionally pass along its streets in which almost every door leads to art studios or galleries, and which windows from every direction echoes the sounds of different music genres, from classical to jazz, you’ll understand why Grožnjan is known as “The town of artists”. Our next stop is Oprtalj, Unchanged urban medieval style of building, the narrow streets, the shops, the beautiful Venetian palaces, portals and covered passages, and particularly the unique view to the Istrian peninsula from the town loggia, according to many the most beautiful of Istria. After refreshment we cycle to Momjan where we end with a visit local winemaker to tasting some local wine would be perfect closure for the day.
Meet musicians from all over the world in Grožnjan
Grožnjan: City filled with history and art, known as the city of artist.In 1950’s Grožnjan was almost a ghost town when a group of painters, musicians and artists decided to renovate the houses and started to live in the town.Today most of inhabitants are artists and there are almost 200 of them.In the narrow, cobbled alleys you’ll find numerous galleries and art studios with handmade jewelry and items. Musicians from all over the world meet in Grožnjan and create a unique atmosphere.It’s located on the hill above Mirna valley with the seaview on one side and istrian inland and valley on the other side.Grožnjan used to be important Venetian military base but today it shows it’s opposite peaceful side.
Find middle age cultural heritage
Oprtalj: Oprtalj is situated in the north west part of Istria at the altitude of 378m above sea level.It was mentioned in 12th century as a residence of feudal lords and artisans.Oprtalj and it’s surrounding is very attractive for nature lovers, hikers, hunters and truffle collectors.In Oprtalj you can find many renaissance and middle age cultural heritage.Inside it’s city walls today are living around 100 inhabitants.
Biking distance:
Longer: 47 km / 29 miles / Elevation gain: 508m, -546m
Shorter: 26 km / 16 miles / Elevation gain: 315, -355
Availability
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Itinerary
Meeting with the guide and short introduction. After e-bike fitting we start riding towards Grožnjan, a Istrian medieval hilltop town overfilled with galleries and artists. If you just occasionally pass along its streets in which almost every door leads to art studios or galleries, and which windows from every direction echoes the sounds of different music genres, from classical to jazz, you’ll understand why Grožnjan is known as "The town of artists". Our next stop is Oprtalj, Unchanged urban medieval style of building, the narrow streets, the shops, the beautiful Venetian palaces, portals and covered passages, and particularly the unique view to the Istrian peninsula from the town loggia, according to many the most beautiful of Istria. After refreshment we cycle to Momjan where we end with a visit local winemaker so tasting some local wine would be perfect closure for the day.
Price Includes: transportation, E-bike hire, helmets, English speaking guide, bottled water, wine tasting with snack
Conditions
Price includes
- transportation
- E-bike hire
- helmets
- english speaking guide
- bottled water
- wine tasting with snack
