ISTRIA & KVARNER – Best Places, CROATIA Explore Rovinj, Poreč, Opatija & the Islands

In this video, I'll explain in detail what you need to know about the Croatian region of Istria, in northwestern Croatia. Istria is a peninsula and is part of Croatia and Slovenia. It once belonged to the Romans and the Venetians. The original inhabitants, the Histri, were the first settlers. We'll pass the romantic, car-free old Venetian town of Rovinj with its imposing bell tower, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Poreč with its basilica full of frescoes and mosaic floors, the coastal town of Novigrad, Vrsar surrounded by beautiful islands, and the mountain villages of Oprtalj, Hum, Buzet, and Motovun, known for their truffles, olive oil, and wine. The largest city, Pula, with its Roman amphitheater, the underground Zerostrasse, old shopping streets, an imposing fortress, and a Roman temple are just a few examples of what you can expect. The islands in the Kvarner Bay are incredibly diverse. The island of Lošinj boasts ancient forests. It has become a spa town, with the towns of Mali Lošinj and Veli Lošinj offering plenty to see and do. Museums, herb gardens, and numerous hiking trails are just a few examples. Cres, with its beautiful old town and the griffon vulture that inhabits it, is definitely worth a visit. And of course, the island of Krk, connected to the mainland by a bridge, offers several attractions, such as Krk Town, Baška, and Vrbnik, home to the world's smallest street. The Kvarner Bay also boasts several beautiful towns, such as the Austro-Hungarian town of Opatija, Ičici, Moscenika, Senj, Crikvenica, Lovran, and Volosko. The most beautiful lakes in Europe are located in Croatia, namely the Plitvice Lakes. It's a national park. Of course, I also have some tips for good restaurants, hotels, and cycling routes. Want to learn some history about Istria? That's covered too. Enjoy!

Discover Istria and the Kvarner region in Croatia! This video explores the most beautiful towns like Rovinj, Poreč, Vrsar, Novigrad, Labin, Rabac, Opatija, Motovun, and Grožnjan. 🌿

Taste the traditional Istrian cuisine, ride along the scenic cycling routes through coast and countryside, and visit the stunning islands Cres, Lošinj, and Krk. We also dive into the region’s history and show the breathtaking Plitvice Lakes, one of Croatia’s natural wonders.

✨ What’s in this video:

0:00 Intro
1:23 Pula
4:35 Bale
5:55 Tip Olive Oil
6:27 Brijuni National Park
9:00 History of Istria
10:52 Vodnjan
11:33 Tip Rent a Car
12:01 Labin
13:13 Rabac
13:34 The Climate
13:51 Cres
17:22 What is Konoba?
17:38 Losinj
19:51 Krk
23:26 Plitvice Lakes National Park
25:44 Senj
26:25 Crikvenica
26:53 Opatija, Lovran, Volosko
29:45 Motovun, Groznjan, Buzet , Hum
33:08 Novigrad
34:44 Porec
36:37 Venice
37:06 Vrsar
40:00 Lim Channel
40:34 Rovinj

📍 Perfect travel guide for cycling, culture, and culinary lovers in Croatia!

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