Motovun

Motovun is a popular hilltop town in Istria, a peninsula of Croatia. Motovun is located about 25km northeast of Poreč. In recent years Motovun has developed itself to the most touristy of all Istrian hilltop towns and is sometimes called the king of the hilltop villages.

Understand

The town was fortified in the 14th century on the decision of the Venetians by two thick walls that surrounded the town.

Motovun
Motovun
Town centre
Views of the surrounds

Get in

By car

The town of Motovun itself is not very well accessible by car and chances are high it may be impossible to find a parking space. In return, there are large parking plots located on the bottom of the village, from where you can easily walk up the village.

By bus

There are about 5 buses daily to Motovun from Porec. The drive takes 35 minutes but remember to plan your return carefully and check the schedule in advance.

Get around

See
  • St Stephen Church. (updated Jun 2017)
  • Ramparts. (updated Jun 2017)
  • The spectacular views from the town over the surrounding countryside.

Do

Events

Buy

There are various little artisan shops scattered within the town.

Eat

The region is known for truffles which are served at the restaurants in the town.

Drink

Sleep

Connect

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