Prkačini

Three holiday rentals are listed in Prkačini with names and addresses: Villa Sama at Prkačini 14, Villa Rudinka at Prkačini 15, and Villa Mariva at Prkačini 13. These listings are holiday rentals, not hotels. So if you are specifically looking for a hotel, check the accommodation type of each listing. The availability of the listed properties should be checked separately.

Getting around and excursions

Žminj railway station is located between the settlements of Prkačini and Pifari. If you are considering travelling by train, check current connections in advance.

The Feštinsko kraljevstvo Cave is in the village of Feštini, not far from Žminj, and not in Prkačini. Inside, safe paths extend for about one hundred metres. Dripping water shapes underground formations, with pools of water reflecting beneath them. The approximate path length and the formations described give an impression of what makes the cave distinctive.

Culture in the wider destination of Općina Žminj

Žminj is considered a historic crossroads in central Istria. Route 761 Žminj–Feštini starts beside the tower of Žminj, passes through the square in front of the parish church of St Michael, and runs through the old town along the old stone street of Štradi. This makes its starting point and the sections mentioned easy to identify; trail conditions can change, so checking before setting out is recommended.

Žminj Castle was probably built in the 15th century with a square ground plan. Beside it stands the Chapel of the Holy Trinity, decorated in 1471 with artworks by an unknown artist. Today, a smaller part of the citadel is visible, including one of the four round towers, a wing of the fortification, an outer section of the defensive walls, and a well-preserved public water basin dating from 1863. The castle, the chapel, and the visible parts of the citadel each tell a different aspect of Žminj’s history.

Calvary is also in Žminj, in the western part of the town near the road between Pazin and Pula. It was built of stone in 1728 and consists of three crosses enclosed by a wall and secured by an iron gate.

Festivals, guided tours, and regional culture

Bartulja is a folk festival in Žminj with a tradition of at least one hundred years. It takes place on the last Saturday in August. Bartulja still includes a mass at the Church of St Bartholomew at the entrance to Žminj. Check the exact date for your travel year, as future dates and the programme may change.

The Istrian Pasta Festival in Žminj aims to preserve and nurture the local tradition of Istrian pasta, promote indigenous types of pasta, and support their producers. Pasta tradition is therefore at the heart of this festival; specific programme items may vary.

Various exhibitions are held in the tower of Žminj, including exhibitions of handmade nativity scenes, a small tower market, and exhibitions about Bartulja. If you are planning a visit, check current opening hours and access in advance.

The seasonal, one-hour guided tour Žminjska štuorija offers insights into the history and customs of the people of Žminj, their language, and their sacred and secular architectural heritage. It includes tastings of specialities from local producers and a demonstration of how typical local pasta, such as Makaruni and Fuži, is made. As the tour is offered seasonally, check the dates before your trip.

Landscape in Općina Žminj

Općina Žminj features karst terrain, a hilly topography, and distinctive soils. These landscape features complement the cultural and historical themes with a regional perspective on the destination.

Discover more destinations: Žminj, Tomisici, Cere, Gradisce, Brkići, Vidulini, Debeljuhi, Pifari

Go to the wider travel overview: Općina Žminj.