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City of Motovun

Location

Istria

Croatia

45° 20' 8.772" N, 13° 49' 44.184" E

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General info:

Motovun is a medieval town that grew up on the site of an ancient city called Kastelijer. It is situated on a hill 270 metres (886 feet) above sea level with houses scattered all over the hill.

From 1278 the town was taken over by Venice and surrounded by solid walls which are still intact today, and used as a walkway with unique views over the four corners of Istria. It is a typical example of Venetian colonial architecture.

The town is also the birthplace of the legend of the gentle giant Veli Joze, who represents the Croatian population of Istria. Since 1999 the village has hosted the Motovun Film Festival, where European or US directors participate with their avant-garde or independent films. Since 2007, Motovun is also included in the UNESCO World Heritage Centre.

Getting there:

Direct bus lines are available between Porec and Motovun. From Rijeka it is easiest reached by car.

Interesting places nearby

Hochzillertal

Ski Optimum Hochzillertal - up to 2.500 m. ! the best connection HOCHFÜGEN - HOCHZILLERTAL = 145 KM The villages Aschau, Kaltenbach, Ried and Stumm still convey the original charm of the Zillertal.

Hohenbogen

Hoher Bogen offers an attractive range of leisure activities. In winter, you can prove your skiing or snowboarding skills on some 5 kilometres of ski-runs.

BASE: 2132ft
SUMMIT: 3444ft
VERTICAL DROP: 1312ft

Hohentauern

The small but beautiful paradise for skiers offers five lifts. Especially suited for children and families; free of charge for children (up to the age of 6) when accompanied by adults!

Fügen - Spieljoch

Fabulous deep-snow slopes at the Geolsalm and the 7-km downhill run to Fügen delight even the expert skier. The ski resort Fügen is especially suited for families with kids!

Gaaler Lifte

Gaaler lifts! The runs with different degrees of difficulty are a 100% snow-secure, due to snow making facilities. Mainly young people swing daringly with their snowboards down the slopes or show bold jumps in the half pipe.

Galsterbergalm

Whether you ski, snowboard, walk or toboggan - at the Galsterbergalm every visitor will be given a warm welcome and will have a great time in a beautiful winterland.