In our My Istria guide, we have already written about the
famous Istrian bike trail Parenzana and about bike-riding opportunities in Pula.
But, one should take into consideration that
Istria is one of Croatia’s most prominent bike regions, since it offers more and more to bike enthusiasts, and every year the offer is getting richer. Biking is probably the best way to discover the
amazing countryside that Istria has to offer, its rolling hills with the magic hilltop towns, breathtaking sea views, as well as the stunning architecture that goes back to ancient times. Your friend on two wheels will probably be your best companion on your round trip through Istria.
And of course -
a region needs much more than one bike trail in order to be called famous among cyclists. So it is with Istria. There you can find around
150 bike trails, of
various levels of difficulty and different themes like:
Medieval Towns And Wine Roads Of Momjan
Trail Of Sculptures By A Famous Artist
Stories from a Woodman's Cottage
Pedalling Along the 45th Parallel
On the roads of castles…. and many many more
Even if you are not a great bike enthusiast- if there is even a little bit of curiosity inside of you, then
these trail names will just invite you to cycle along and to see what this amazing region has to offer. And the trails offer it all-
from olive-oil and wine tasting, over
historical and architectural attractions to amazing
natural landscapes that are impossible to discover by car.
To help you cycle through Istria, some kind of
map or signs would be useful. And this is another thing that has been taken care of. In whole Istria you will find road signs indicating the
difficulty level of each trail. Therefore, if you see a bike trail marked in
red, be prepared for a really
demanding path that is meant for experienced cyclists.
The
yellow signs mark trails of
moderate difficulty, whereas the
green signs indicate that the trail is perfect for
casual rides. Green signs with a smiley on them mark so-called “Family&Recreation” trails. These trails are not demanding, but are safe, with little or no traffic and therefore perfect for families.
And if you should experience any problems with your bike during one of your rides, do not worry. There are so-called
“Bike Friendly Points” on the peninsula. These are stations where you are able to make some fixes on your bike using available tools and spare parts.
And if you would like to practice and improve your biking skills there is the
bike park Rabac. There you can find a 20-kilometer-long terrain of single and flow trails on a sandy and natural ground. Hence, there is no excuse for not taking your own bike or renting another during your stay in Istria, because the experience will be unforgettable.
Istria is famous for its
Bike & Bed accommodation concept, where house owners ensure the best service to cyclists who are looking for a comfortable stay for themselves and a save storage for their bikes. In our offer, we have several villas that are part of the Bike & Bed concept.
Sanda Kesedzic
12.02.2019
MY ISTRIA GUIDE
