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Practical info — Hum

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💡 Tips

  • It's truly tiny (around 30 residents), so you can explore all its two streets in less than 30 minutes.
  • Arrive early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the mid-day crowds from bus tours.
  • Combine your visit with a walk along the 'Glagolitic Alley', which leads from Roč up to the town of Hum.
  • Parking is available just outside the town walls; do not attempt to drive through the historic gate.

🍽 Food

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Biska

A traditional Istrian mistletoe brandy; Hum is considered its home. Try it at the local konoba.

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Truffle pasta

Istria is famous for truffles; enjoy homemade pasta with shaved truffles at the town's traditional restaurant.

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Istrian pršut

Air-dried ham served with local cheese, first-rate for a light, rustic lunch.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Biska and local brandies

Buy a bottle of the famous mistletoe brandy directly from the local souvenir and wine shops.

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Truffle products

Truffle oil, spreads, and jarred truffles make great souvenirs found in small town boutiques.

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Glagolitic Alley

Walk along this quiet, monumental stone path dedicated to the ancient Croatian script.

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The town walls

Simply stand by the edge of the stone walls overlooking the green, rolling hills of central Istria.

Highlights of 2026

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Hum is a fascinating phenomenon in the Istrian hinterland. Despite its title as the 'smallest town in the world,' Hum preserves all the hallmarks of a medieval urban structure, including city walls, a gate, a church, and a cemetery. Legend tells that giants built the towns in the Mirna valley and erected Hum from the very last remaining stones. Today, Hum is a vital cultural center for the Glagolitic script, the oldest known Slavic alphabet. The 'Glagolitic Alley' leads from the town of Roč directly here. Beyond history, Hum is famous for 'Humska Biska,' a traditional mistletoe brandy whose 2,000-year-old recipe was allegedly preserved by a local priest. A walk through its two stone streets gives a genuine journey back to the Middle Ages.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

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Avg °C4481216212323181495
Rain mm688372698974607911310212396

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Geography

Population
298
Coordinates
45.35060, 14.05000

Facts

  • Officially 30 residents (2021)
  • Town status since the Middle Ages
  • Glagolitic Alley spans 7 km
  • Elevation: 349 meters above sea level
  • Located 14 km southeast of Buzet
  • Part of the Buzet municipality

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Sights in the town Hum (4)

City Gates of Hum

The massive copper gates decorated with Glagolitic inscriptions welcome visitors to the world's smallest town.

Church of Saint Jerome

A 12th-century Romanesque chapel famous for its remarkably preserved frescoes and ancient wall inscriptions.

Glagolitic Alley

A unique monumental path featuring 11 stone sculptures dedicated to the development of the Glagolitic alphabet.

Crkva sv. Jeronima📍 landmark

A historic church in Hum, the world's smallest town, famous for its frescoes.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hum really the smallest town in the world?
According to Guinness World Records, Hum is considered the smallest town in the world with only about 30 residents.
What is the Glagolitic Alley?
A 7 km long path with 11 stone monuments leading from Roč to Hum.
Which drink must you try in Hum?
Humska Biska, a traditional mistletoe brandy whose recipe supposedly originates from Hum.
Is there a restaurant there?
The Humska Konoba has traditional Istrian dishes in a rustic atmosphere.
How long does a visit to Hum take?
You can walk through the whole town in 15-20 minutes, but it's worth staying longer.
Hum: where is it located?
Hum is located in Croatia.
Hum: what is there to see?
Highlights include City Gates of Hum, Church of Saint Jerome, Glagolitic Alley.
Hum: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Hum: why is it worth visiting?
Hum is a fascinating phenomenon in the Istrian hinterland.
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