Vižula peninsula
If you wish to experience the spirit of the past, you should absolutely visit the Vižula peninsula! This former fishing village fascinates with its rich history – it is believed that the town has been inhabited since prehistoric times. With some fascinating finds dating from the Neolithic to Late Antiquity and Early Middle Ages, archaeological sites of the area reveal a millennium-long history. They stretch over 26 hectares, and the most famous find is definitely an impressive villa from the time of the Roman Empire. With its modern technology, the Multimedia Archaeological Park of Vižula revives ancient times. VR headsets will help you explore the magnificent villa and the ancient Roman civilization. Vižula also boasts an adrenaline park, an archeology school, an ancient garden and many amenities for children.
Medulin windmill
The Medulin windmill, a popular mill, is a symbol of the town and a reminder of the old days. The Medulin mill we see today is a copy of the original one built 140 years ago, and it still serves the same purpose. Here, you can get acquainted with the traditional way of grinding grain and making flour. The interior of the windmill can also be explored, and every summer, it attracts visitors with the smell of fresh bread.
Beaches of the Medulin Riviera
When you add beautiful beaches to a mild climate, clean sea and lush nature, you get the recipe for a perfect vacation! All you need to do is choose what best suits your needs – pebble, rocky or sandy beaches. Do you prefer soaking up the sun on hot rocks or enjoying a breeze in the shade of pine trees by the sea? Would you like to watch your children play in the sand or would you prefer relaxing on comfortable beach chairs? Do you like the hustle and bustle of town beaches or would you prefer the soothing isolation of one of the islets of the Medulin archipelago? The indented Istrian coast offers a myriad of possibilities no matter what you prefer!
Here are some names: The locals mostly prefer the rocky Skrape beach, while the Bijeca beach, a one-kilometer-long sandy beach, is the most popular and loved one among children. The modern Belvedere beach boasts beach chairs, showers, Wi-Fi and a promenade, and the pebble Alba Chiara beach offers you the possibility to rent a canoe, a pedal boat, a jet ski or a bicycle. Levan and Ceja are also popular.
Activities and adrenaline sports in Medulin
As soon as your body and mind replenish their energy reserves, why not try your hand at a water sport? The Medulin bay boasts a number of coves, islets, and beaches. As it is close by to the stunning landscape of Cape Kamenjak, it invites you to explore that area as well. No matter what you decide to rent – a yacht, a dinghy, a boat, a canoe, a SUP board or a jet ski – your Istrian sea adventure can begin as soon as you do! Take advantage of the abundance of wind and try your hand at kite surfing or windsurfing! Snorkeling enthusiasts can expect to see a rich underwater world and some mysterious shipwrecks. For a bird’s eye view, pluck up the courage and go for a panoramic flight over Medulin! If you feel more comfortable on the ground, you can rent a bike and explore the numerous bike trails of the area.
For an additional dose of fun and excitement, you can also visit the Medulin Adrenaline Park which stretches over 12,000 m2 of forests and meadows. You can test how courageous you are by trying out roping polygons, the park’s zip-line or zorbing. Visit the park with your friends or family and finally find out who is the best at paintball, archery or bubble soccer! Jump on a quad or buggy and quench your thirst for an exciting ride in nature!
The sports fields in Medulin will definitely meet your expectations, regardless of whether you prefer football, tennis, mini golf, bowling or beach volleyball.
