Farini: Parenzana and Baredine Trail 112

Farini can be understood through three specific themes: the route of the historic Parenzana, the Baredine Trail 112 cycling route and the organic berry farming of OPG Farina. If you are looking for a hotel in Farini, these local features can help guide your choice of destination. The routes and their different profiles sit alongside a smaller agricultural connection to the place.

Berry farming and planning your visit

OPG Farina is located in the settlement of Farini and grows raspberries and blackberries organically. Production may vary seasonally. Visits require prior booking by telephone. As the booking requirement may change, it is best to confirm it before your visit.

The address of Konoba Farini is Farini 1, 52463 Višnjan. This gives you a specific local address to include in your plans, in addition to the farm.

Parenzana and Baredine Trail 112

The Parenzana was a narrow-gauge railway between Trieste and Poreč, operating from 1902 to 1935. Its 123-kilometre route connected 33 places. The section passing through Farini is part of the Croatian route, which has been developed as a gravel recreational trail for walking or mountain biking. The Parenzana thus connects a historic railway line with a modern route for recreational activities.

The Baredine Trail 112 leads from Baredine Cave via the Parenzana to Farini and from there back to the cave. The loop is approximately nine kilometres long and is described as easy to cycle. It runs mostly on asphalt and has only gentle climbs. Check the route conditions before cycling, as the surface and its condition may change after maintenance or due to weather.

Trails and visits in the wider destination of Općina Višnjan

The walking routes in the wider destination of Općina Višnjan also offer different options. The marked Owl Trail is 7.7 kilometres long, starts in a small pine grove near the Višnjan cemetery and is suitable for family walks. It leads to the purpose-built Vena viewpoint, from which you can see olive groves, vineyards and the sea.

The Venetian Lion Trail passes through historic Višnjan: from Antun Korlević Square, under the arch with the Venetian lion, to the old village of Barat and back. The route is 4.5 kilometres long and takes about two and a half hours. In the old part of Višnjan, closely spaced stone houses and narrow lanes shape the townscape; a Baroque loggia stands in the main square.

Groups can visit the Višnjan Observatory year-round by prior arrangement. The group programme includes an introductory lecture on a scientific or astronomical topic and a tour of the observatory, the telescope dome and the Stone Circle. In suitable weather conditions, it also includes an outdoor telescope observation. These conditions are important to consider if you would like to include the observation programme in your trip.

Discover more destinations: Barat, Radoši kod Višnjana, Anžići, Strpačići, Fabci, Cvitani, Žikovići, Zoričići.

For the wider travel overview: Općina Višnjan.