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Novaki Motovunski
ℹ️Practical info — Novaki Motovunski
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Use the village as a peaceful base for exploring the truffle-rich forests of the Mirna River valley.
- Visit nearby Motovun in the early morning to beat the crowds and enjoy the medieval streets in peace.
- Ride a bike along the Parenzana trail, a famous former railway line turned into a scenic cycling route.
- Experience the spectacular valley fog at dawn, which often makes Motovun appear like a floating island.
🍽 Food
Truffles are a local staple; try them with scrambled eggs (fritaja) for a classic Istrian breakfast.
The region's air-dried ham is exceptionally aromatic and pairs perfectly with local sheep cheese.
A robust, ruby-red wine that is the great accompaniment to Central Istria's hearty meat dishes.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Purchase jars of truffle spreads (tartufata) or truffle-infused oils directly from village producers.
A fresh white wine that you can often buy directly from the cellars of local winemakers.
The hills surrounding the village are covered in vines and offer complete serenity for a stroll.
The paths along the Mirna River in the valley are flat and very peaceful for walking or biking.
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Novaki Motovunski is picturesquely situated on a hill in central Istria, overlooking the Mirna River valley and the famous medieval town of Motovun. The region is the epicenter of Istrian gastronomy, particularly known for truffle hunting in the nearby Motovun forests where both white and black truffles thrive. The village itself maintains the charm of rural Istria with its traditional stone architecture and a very peaceful atmosphere. The surroundings are dominated by premium vineyards producing the local Teran and Malvazija wine varieties. Many family-owned wineries offer tastings where visitors can pair robust wines with local prosciutto and cheese. Cyclists will find the village an excellent stop near the Parenzana trail, a former railway converted into a striking cycling path that leads through historic tunnels and across scenic viaducts. The local Church of St. Marina (sv. Marina) is a small but significant historical site within the village. Novaki Motovunski serves as a first-rate base for exploring the hilltop towns of Istria, offering a quiet retreat away from the coastal crowds. Despite its inland location, the beaches of Poreč and Novigrad are only a 30-minute drive away, making it easy to combine a seaside vacation with a rustic, countryside experience.
- Location: Croatia
- Nearby: Brajkovići (4 km)
- Population: ~373
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 4 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Rain mm | 68 | 83 | 72 | 69 | 89 | 74 | 60 | 79 | 113 | 102 | 123 | 96 |
Geography
Facts
- Heart of central Istria
- Overlooking Motovun town
- Prime truffle hunting area
- Teran and Malvazija wines
- Near Parenzana cycle path
- Traditional stone village
- Church of St. Marina
- Mirna River valley region
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