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| Premik17. 04. 2026 20:15:38 |
Istrian epic circular trail: Hrastovlje – Veliki Gradež – Žbevnica – Veli Badin
Istria in this springtime offers unforgettable views and peace that is hard to find in the summer crowds. This time I set out on a varied circular tour that connects some of the most beautiful peaks and points of Slovenian and Croatian Istria.
Route and key points:
Hrastovlje: Our starting point under the mighty fortified church.
Veliki Gradež (507 m): First ascent, which serves up that true Karst landscape.
Žbevnica (1014 m): The peak that is the heart of this trail. Views from the top reach from Snežnik and Slavnik all the way to the Gulf of Trieste and deep into Croatian Istria.
Veli Badin (Ears of Istria): Descent under mighty overhangs and walls that are a natural masterpiece and home to numerous birds.
Church of St. Quiricus: Peaceful spot above Sočerga, offering the last panoramic view of the trail we walked (or cycled).
The tour is 54 km long and overcomes almost 1400 meters of elevation gain. Although I did it by bike myself, most of the trail (especially the top of Žbevnica and the edge of Veli Badin) is extremely popular among hikers too.
WARNING: The video is prepared to take you through all this wonderful nature. If you watch it to the end, you'll probably be planning a trip to these parts this Saturday! 🏔️✨
Enjoy the views and happy trails to everyone heading to these areas! 🌳☀️
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