Easy hikes and walks around Općina Kanfanar

You can also celebrate weddings here.

The Church of Saint Catherine is a simple building dating back to the 15th century. It features a bell gable and a loggia, which was added in the 18th century. In the Church of Saint Catherine, the frescoes are arranged along the north, south, and west walls of the chapel and depict the cycle of legends related to the life of the saint. The central space is occupied by the image of the Madonna and Child, while below, Saint Catherine, with her hand outstretched and Jesus grasping her fingers, symbolizes the act of the mystical marriage. The frescoes were created under the influence of 15th-century Italian painting, more specifically Venetian.

The Morosini-Grimani Castle is the symbol of Svetvinčenat (Sanvincenti) and one of the best-preserved Renaissance fortresses in Istria. Its origins date back to the 13th century, when the De Castro Pola family built their first fortified residence there. Passed to the Morosini family in the 15th century, it was transformed into a true fortress and, after a devastating fire in 1586, rebuilt in Renaissance style by the Grimani family with the help of Venetian architects. The quadrangular structure with three towers and an elegant noble palace combined defensive, administrative, and economic functions: grain storage, armory, and the captain's residence. Topped by the Grimani coat of arms, which later became the emblem of the city, the castle endured centuries of wars, fires, and dominations, until it was once again destroyed in the Second World War. Today, after careful restoration, the castle has come back to life: it hosts exhibitions, events, and multimedia tours that allow visitors to discover the history of Svetvinčenat and one of the most fascinating Istrian fortresses.

Small bar with a great view of the castle, where you can taste the Kampanjola beer produced in Sventvincenat 😋

We were in Croatia in September 2023 on the Liski Canal (Fyord) We wanted to go hiking, parked at the parking lot and set off. Through the forest on a gravel path that was easy to walk on. We noticed that there were large, very deep holes on the right, which means don't leave the path because you'll disappear into the holes. No sign, no signs saying what the path on the right means, or even no sign indicating where to go. We walked the gravel path for about an hour (a lot of cyclists came towards us) But then we were too uncertain where we would end up. " Please note and be careful, two dogs suddenly came out of the bushes and followed us. For safety reasons, my husband took a stick in his hand and they disappeared back into the bushes. Then we went back to the spot (sign saying there was a restaurant below ????????) We tried to go down the steep and very dangerous slope, but it was so rocky and steep that we turned back. This slope is more than dangerous, never for older people or children!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. There is also no sign indicating that this area is barely accessible. And you can't describe it as a climb. Grossly negligent.

castle from the medieval period. Numerous rooms and access possibilities to the castle

Beautiful little town with a nice castle in the middle. Museum in the castle (for a fee). Very nice. There are a few cafes around the castle where you can relax.

Very nice place!