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Location
Half an hour from the sea
Central Istria, where the inland meets the coast
Sveti Petar u Šumi sits at the quiet crossroads of inland Istria. The famous coastal towns - Rovinj, Poreč, Pula - are 25 to 30 minutes by car. Closer still are Motovun, Pazin, and the Mirna river valley, with their hilltop villages, truffle forests, and small family-run wineries.
Sveti Petar u Šumi
What's nearby
Rovinj
30 min drive
A pastel-coloured fishing town, often called the jewel of the Adriatic. Walk the cobbled streets, watch the sun set from the harbor.
Motovun
25 min drive
A medieval hilltop town famous for truffles and panoramic views over the Mirna valley.
Pula
30 min drive
Roman amphitheatre, lively markets, and Croatia's nearest international airport.
Poreč
25 min drive
A coastal city with a UNESCO-listed basilica, beaches, and a vibrant promenade.
Beaches
30 min drive
Pebbly coves and clear water along the western coast - Funtana, Vrsar, Lim Bay.
Getting here
- Pula airport - 30 min drive (international flights, daily)
- Trieste airport (Italy) - 1.5h drive (more connections)
- Rijeka airport - 1.5h drive
- Ljubljana airport (Slovenia) - 2.5h drive
- By car: motorway exits Pazin or Žminj
- Car rental highly recommended for exploring Istria