Buzet, Istria

Buzet

Buzet is a Croatian town located in the heart of the northern part of Istria, near the border with Slovenia and Italy, well connected to all parts of Europe and Croatia.

The old medieval town Buzet is situated on a hill above a fertile valley of the river Mirna. Today Buzet is known as a city of truffles because it is located in a zone where are the greatest "hunting grounds" of this precious underground fungus.

This distinctive mushroom with specific taste is a trademark of Buzet and its surroundings because it grows right here in the heart of its wet forests, and can be found only with the help of special trained dogs.
The region of Buzet is also a place with great olive oils, exquisite wines and distinctive Istrian brandy that served with traditional Istrian culinary recipes fully evoke the spirit of this ancient place.

Buzet and surroundings of Buzet offer a multitude of activities for quality holiday in the countryside or an active holiday in Istria.
Buzet has been inhabited since ancient times and abounds with many historical monuments, as well as interesting historical stories and myths.
From a wide array of sports activities that you can engage in during your vacation in Buzet we recommend: Paragliding, hang gliding and caving in organized groups or individually.

The sightseeing of Buzet and surroundings is also available on a mountain bike with the local cycling club, and in the nearby Roc, you will find riding camp that provides adequate conditions for both novice and advanced riders. Hiking trails allow conditions for quality trekking on trails ranging from 4km up to 200 km, and the place is also popular for free climbing on the rock.
Thanks to the favorable climate all activities are available throughout the year

In the valley of the Mirna River, along the edge of the Motovun forest is developed health tourism in the Istrian thermal Spa.
Istrian Spa provide sulfuric water, thermal and mud baths that are used for the treatment of rheumatic diseases and endocrine systems.

The green inland of Istria is known as a paradise for nature lovers. Istrian hills, rivers, forest roads and rocks allows each person the opportunity to get to know the inland of the peninsula in its own way.

Kotli

From the town of Buzet al the way to the source of the river Mirna passes footpath that follows the Mirna river, if you fallow this trail it will lead you to the place Kotli

Kotli once the leading economic village of the Hum area - Humstina, with well-known millers and tailors, today are protected rural complex.



Through the village flows River Mirna forming waterfalls and hollowing cauldron-like forms in stone that gave the village its name (Croatian caldron).
Today in the village is left only one water mill which has been preserved to this day.
In this cultural monument, on the Glagolitic lane, history glimmers even in the 21st century.
Surroundings of village Kotli is also known for the locations where can be found famous truffles and asparagus.

The rich gastronomic offer of Buzet and Buzeština with plenty of possibilities for hiking, exploring nature and outdoor activities complemented with the comfortable and quality accommodation in two hotels, private apartments, rooms and holiday houses is a guarantee for a pleasant and unforgettable holiday in Istria.

For accommodation offer in Buzet for your holidays in Istria and Croatia, please visit web page www.croatia-accommodation.info