Where to stay in Poreč: old town, Plava Laguna, Funtana or Vrsar

De bedste seværdigheder i Poreč

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   1.Euphrasian Basilica

   The church was rebuilt in the 6th century under the Byzantine bishop it is named after, and its apse glitters with Byzantine mosaics in gold and deep blue. The complex also has an atrium, a baptistery and a bell tower you can climb for a view over the red roofs. UNESCO listed it in 1997, and it is a cool, calm refuge on hot afternoons.

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   Decumanus

   The old town still follows its Roman grid, with the Decumanus as the main street running the length of the peninsula. It is paved in stone and lined with Romanesque and Gothic houses, small shops and restaurants, and it is best walked in the early evening once the day-trippers have left. Close by, the remains of a Roman temple dedicated to Neptune stand in an open square.

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   3.Saint Nicholas Island

   A small wooded island just off the old town that shelters the harbour and is reached by a short boat ride from the waterfront. It has pine shade, walking paths and places to swim from the shore, and it is a favourite for a quiet afternoon away from the crowds.

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   Baredine Cave

   The only geological monument in Istria developed for visitors, a few kilometres inland from Poreč. Guided tours lead through chambers of stalactites and stalagmites in curious shapes. It stays cool all year, so it is a good break from the heat, but wear shoes with grip for the steps.

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   5.Lim Bay

   A narrow, steep-sided inlet about 12 kilometres long south of Poreč, which looks like a small fjord and is known for its farmed oysters and mussels. Boat trips, cycle routes and shoreside restaurants make it an easy half-day outing from Vrsar or Poreč.

Hvor du bør bo i Poreč

• Poreč Old Town

  The old town has the basilica, the Roman streets, the harbour front and the most restaurants, all within a few minutes on foot. It suits couples and travellers who want atmosphere, although summer nights can be lively and parking is limited.

• Plava Laguna

  A self-contained resort area on the coast south of the old town, with hotels, apartments, pools and pebble and rocky beaches. It suits families who want everything on site, although you will need a bus, bike or taxi to reach the old town.

• Funtana

  A small coastal village just south of Poreč with a marina, fishing boats and quieter evenings. It suits visitors who want a calmer base within easy reach of the resorts and the old town.

• Vrsar

  A hillside town above a small harbour, about ten kilometres south of Poreč, close to Lim Bay. It suits couples and travellers who like stone lanes, sea views and a slower pace.

Den bedste tid at besøge Poreč

Summer, from June to early September, is hot and sunny with the sea at its warmest and the waterfront full of life, though July and August are the most crowded. May, June and September give warm days, quieter beaches and most restaurants open, which many visitors prefer. Spring and autumn suit sightseeing in the hill towns, and autumn is also the season for white truffles, although some resort facilities close from October. Winter is mild but quiet, with many seasonal places shut.

Sådan kommer du rundt i Poreč

The old town is compact and largely pedestrianised, so you can walk everywhere in minutes, and the bus station sits near its edge. The resort areas to the north and south are linked by buses, bike paths and taxis, and hiring a bike is a pleasant way to cover the coast. For hill towns and wineries you will want a car. Pula airport is roughly an hour away by road, and a short boat ride connects the waterfront with Saint Nicholas Island.

Mad og drikke i Poreč

Istrian cooking blends Italian and Croatian traditions. Look for fuži, hand-rolled pasta served with truffles or a rich meat sauce, and for pršut, air-dried ham, local cheeses and excellent olive oil. Black and white truffles from the forests around Motovun are a speciality, especially in autumn. Seafood is excellent, from grilled fish and squid to scampi, with mussels and oysters from Lim Bay. Local wines include fresh Istrian whites and dark reds that pair well with hearty dishes, and many restaurants have a small terrace for summer evenings.

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