Motovun: E-Bike Tour in Istria

Experience the most scenic parts of inland Istria on this e-bike tour through the countryside. Starting in Motovun, you'll visit hillside towns of Oprtalj and Groznjan and cycle the famous Parenzana.

Explore the Istrian countryside on our full day e-bike tour. Starting in the inland gem of Motovun, we will take you through Istria’s medieval hilltop villages, olive groves, vineyards, forests, and meadows. First, we'll bike to a scenic overlook near Oprtalj, where you'll have one of the most beautiful views of the trip. Next, we'll pedal past small farms as we make our way to Groznjan. The small village is known as the town of artists and has numerous galleries and shops with local products you can taste. We'll take a short break in Groznjan, where you can have a light lunch or coffee on your own. Next, we'll embark on a section of the Parenzana, an old railroad bed now used by cyclists and hikers. As we bike over railroad bridges and through tunnels, you'll enjoy magnificent views of Istria's rolling green hills and the Mirna River Valley. The route is around 50km in total and features a mix of paved roads and gravel bike trails. At the end of the trip, you can visit the hilltop town of Motovun on your own (your guide will be happy to tell you about the town and provide some recommendations). Please note: Some of the gravel sections on the Parenzana are quite bumpy - participants should be comfortable riding a bike on uneven terrain. There is an option to avoid these sections and take a paved road back to Livade. Your guide will discuss the route options with the group during the ride.