Travel through idyllic scenery
MTB Cycling Railway Parenzana route is not very demanding. Therefore appropriate for beginners, families, and regular cyclists. Parenzana was a 123 km long railway line that went through the Istrian countryside. The railway connected 33 places in Istria. Al the way from Trieste to Poreč. Today it passes the territories of Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia.
The railway operated between 1902 and 1935. It was a vital connection between villages and towns. It used to transport passengers, wine, olive oil, and many other resources. The Parenzana revival project begun in 2006. Finally, the project restored and converted the line into an MTB Cycling Railway Parenzana trail. Therefore, what had once fallen into oblivion, today is known as the most visited cycling and hiking trail in Istria.
Join our cycling tour and travel through the idyllic scenery. We cycle by typical medieval towns and villages, across numerous bridges and exciting tunnels. Create unforgettable memories on the most romantic MTB Cycling Railway Parenzana trail in Istria.
| DEPARTURE / RETURN LOCATION | Poreč area or other places on request |
| DEPARTURE TIME | 8:30 |
| CYCLING DISTANCE | 26 km (Buje to Livade) |
| ELEVATION GAIN | approx +130 m / -300 m |
| CYCLING DURATION | 3 h of cycling |
| VIEW INTERACTIVE ROUTE | https://www.relive.cc/view/vMv8DLGNPvQ/explore |
8:30-9:15 Transfer to starting point
10:00 Start of the tour
11:00-11:30 Break
11:30-13:30 Ride to Livade
13:30-15:00 Lunch
15:00-16:00 Transfer back
The price of this tour is available on request.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.
| INCLUDED | Transportation
English-speaking guide Insurance Lunch after the tour MTB Hardtail bike rent |
| NOT INCLUDED | Guides gratitude |
| WHAT TO BRING | Biking gear
Rain jacket Water and snacks Suncream |
Tour Reviews
Fantastic.
Was exhausted like never before.
It was a bit too long for me as a beginner.
But the host was nice and the whole group waited for the few slower of us.
The “Route of Friendship and Health”
The Name says it all, and on Top there are many beautiful views.
The first ride on this Trail 10 years ago made me addicted to cycling in Istria. It is not a Racing Track but more a way to discover Nature, mediveal historic Places and creative Artists at Work in a very quiet and joyful slow way. Passing the kilometer Stone “100” feels to me somehow like coming home enjoying the last 20 easy to Porec. This has nothing to do with “Holiday on the beach” what makes it even much more worthy to see. Looking forward to ride again soon!
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