Surroundings

Krnica

Krnica is a small village in the south-estern part of Istria, 9 km northeast of Marcana at the elevation of 80m. It is located on the regional road Sisan-Kriziste;the main road lies 6 km north of Marcana. A local road(3km) connects it with the tourist resort Duga Uvala in the harbour of Krnica. This locality is the perfect destination for all of those who are looking for peaceful, beautiful nature.

Places to visit

Rakalj (3 km away)

Rakalj is a small town on the west bank of the Raša bay, located on the southeast coast of Istria, 12 km northeast of Marčane and 30 km from Pula. First mentioned in 1190th, Rakalj was once known for its traditional Istrian pottery, a tradition now revived for tourism purposes. It was also known for its skilled sailors and fishermen. Rakalj is also attractive to visitors due to its cultural and historical sights (the Baroque parish church built in the 18th century, the Rakalj castle ruins) as well as the ethnographic collection situated in the native home of scholar and writer Mijo Mirkovic (Mate Balota). Stari Rakalj (Old Rakalj), is located closer to the sea on a small hill along the Raška bay. Next to the ruins of the Old Rakalj is the church of St. Agnes from the year 1495. The location and its surroundings is rich in flora and fauna, and as such is suitable for rural tourism, hunting and hiking. Rakalj offers beautiful a countryside, the sea, the sun and the quiet away from the crowded seaside resorts. Many beautiful beaches (located 3 km away) are hidden from view, providing a sense of freedom and intimacy. You can enjoy the delicacies of the Istria region in the restaurant "Sveti Mikula".

Duga Uvala (8 km away)

One of the 4 beautiful coves of bay Vinjole, located on the eastern coast of Istria, 25 km away from Pula, 5 km from Labin, 30 km from Rovinj, and only a few kilometers from Marcana. It stretches on the north side with a place ideal for children and youth, and along the southwestern coast consists of accommodation ideal for holiday tourists. The area is surrounded by beautiful natural beaches and coves. There you will find numerous restaurants (coffee shops, pizzerias, restaurants, night clubs, dancing terraces) and numerous sports and recreational facilities and activities: sports facilities (tennis, bowling, miniature golf, billiards, soccer, handball, volleyball), water sports equipment rental (canoes, paddle boats), fishing, health tourism (diagnostics, physical therapy, recreation programs).

Krnicki porat (3 km away)

Rabac (32 km away)

Barban (13 km away)

Barban is a small historical village situated on the plateau separating the Labin from Pula area. Ancient Romans used to live in the prehistoric hill-fort. Throughout history Barban had a strategical position dominating the high ground and controlling the valley and the bridge on the Raša river. Gradually, the village developed into the fortified castle with round and square towers, defensive walls and big and small town gates as well as the citadel. In 1535 it was bought from the counts of Pazin by the Venetian noble family Loredans whose members, although living in Barban only temporary and represented by the captain, pulled it down and built the palace and the parish church of St. Nicholas. In front of the big town gates there is a small stony church of St. Anthony the Monk from the 15th century which interior is covered with frescoes. The most renowned historical person of Barban is a canon Pietro Stancovich (1771-1852), the author of the book 'Biographies of distinguished Istrians' where he immortalized 478 Istrian leading figures. Today Barban is well known for its knightly game Trka na prstenac (the race for the ring), the feast of wine and the fig festival.

Rovinj (45 km away)