Beauty of Landscape

Eco oasis in the heart of Europe

Rolling hills overlook the fields and valleys with little towns perched on the peaks as in a fairytale. Splendid views leave you breathless – white-topped mountains, lush wheat fields, picturesque valleys, endless vineyards, olive groves on hillsides, and crystal clear blue sea.

The Istria's azure coast, set out below the Alps, plunges into picturesque Mediterranean scene – playful islands, hidden coves with white pebbles, secluded bays, intact beaches, open vistas and stunning panoramas.

A colourful mosaic of Mediterranean greenery and pine woods shading the Adriatic Sea makes Istria the largest green oasis in the North Adriatic.

Apart from the Brijuni islands; the only national park in Istria; there are other natural heritage areas under protection well-worth a visit. The mountain massif of Učka - the highest peak in Istria with the natural environment of several protected plants and animal species, Motovun and Kontija forests - special reserves of botanical-forest vegetation, Lim Bay – a marine reserve, Datule near Barbariga – a paleontological site, six forest parks – Zlatni rt, Sijana, Skaraba, Busoler, Kasteja Peninsula and Soline Hill near Vinkuran, botanical nature sights with centuries-old trees, caves (Markova, Podbaredine, Vela Draga, Pincinova) and protected landscapes (Rovinj archipelago and coastal area, Lim Bay, Istarske toplice near Buzet, etc.).