Ride along Grožnjan’s narrow and cobbled streets and continue on Parenzana, old railway tracks with a beautiful view to the Mirna valley. Through tunnels and bridges, the road will take you to the medieval town of Motovun. Enjoy a typical lunch here.

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Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, German, Italian
Pickup included: Hotels in Pula, Rovinj, Poreč, Balle area
Small group: Limited to 5 participants

Highlights

Visit the beautiful medieval towns of Motovun and Groznjan
Enjoy fantastic aerial views
Enjoy tipical Istrian cuisine for lunch

Full description

Parenzana was a narrow gauge railway which connected Trieste with Porec, operating from 1902 until 1935. It was eliminated due to not being profitable and because cheaper and faster road transportation existed.

Today the Parenzana route attracts many visitors during the year. With its nine tunnels, six bridges, viaducts and stations the route is ideal for everyone who wants to discover and get to know Istria. Enjoy a hotel pick-up, and then head to Groznjan, a small Istrian town of great cultural heritage, in more recent history known as the “Town of Artists”. Then start your ride along Grožnjan’s narrow and cobbled streets. Continue your route on Parenzana with a beautiful view over the Mirna valley. Through tunnels and bridges, the road will take you to Livade.

Then cross the Mirna River to reach the other side of the valley and climb towards Motovun, one of the most popular Istrian medieval towns. Here you will enjoy lunch in a beautiful local tavern. Then enjoy a return transfer to your hotel.

Includes

Use of bicycle (MTB)
Small-group tour
Water 0,5 l
Professional guide
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pick-up (selected hotels only)
Lunch

Not suitable for

Children under 12 years
Pregnant women
People who can't ride a bike

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

Difficulty: medium
Distance: 40 kilometers
Total ascent: 400 meters
Minimum age: 12 years
The duration of the tour is approximately 7-8 hours

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Very well designed route because it takes us directly to the most interesting villages and areas of Parenzana. What we couldn't have done on our own. Great idea to provide the e-bikes. Finishing the hike in Motovun with a good meal on a beautiful terrace with a magnificent view is top. Round trip transportation directly from our accommodation makes things much easier. Daniel, our guide, knew the area very well. We really enjoyed chatting with him. I believe this is the best way to discover the Parenzana.

June 2, 2022

Parenzana: Guided Old Railway Bike Tour with Lunch

Parenzana: Guided Old Railway Bike Tour with Lunch

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