{"id":1714,"date":"2025-10-10T09:00:42","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T08:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/villas-guide.com\/blog\/jesen-u-istri-vodic-kroz-najatraktivnije-eno-gastro-evente\/"},"modified":"2025-10-10T09:52:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T08:52:48","slug":"autumn-in-istria-the-best-eno-gastronomic-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/villas-guide.com\/en\/blog\/autumn-in-istria-the-best-eno-gastronomic-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Autumn in Istria – a guide to the most attractive events"},"content":{"rendered":"

Autumn is a season full of events<\/strong>, and in this article, we will focus on those combining gastronomy and sports. And hopefully inspire you to take a one-day or week-long trip and experience the magic of autumn in one of Croatia’s most enchanting regions<\/strong>. And where might that be? Well, in Istria, of course!<\/p>\n

To make your visit to Istria complete, why not rent one of our villas in Istria<\/a>?<\/strong> Our cozy villas will provide you with an ideal place to rest after days spent at events.<\/p>\n

Events<\/h2>\n

Weekend Bike and Gourmet Tour<\/a><\/h3>\n

Place and date: Rovinj and Kanfanar, October 04 – 05<\/strong><\/p>\n

This 2-day bike tour is ideal for nature and recreation lovers<\/strong>, as well as food enthusiasts. In addition to getting some exercise, depending on the route you choose, you will have the opportunity to taste specialties characteristic of the Istrian coast and interior. There are 2 trails: Mare and Monti<\/strong>. The tour stops in Rovinj, Bale, Svetvin\u010denat, and Kanfanar. The 59-km Mare trail will be held on October 4th and it will feature seafood specialties. The following day, October 5, there will be a 54-km Monti trail, where you can taste specialties from the Istrian interior.<\/p>\n

Anyone over 14 years of age can participate in the cycling event and must own an MTB, gravel, or electric bike<\/strong>. You can find all additional information in this leaflet<\/a> or by emailing outdoor@maistra.hr<\/a>\u00a0(Maistra Rovinj Tourist Board).<\/p>\n

Zigante Truffle Days<\/a><\/h3>\n

Place and date: Livade, October 04 – November 09<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Zigante family<\/strong> from Livade became famous in 1999 when they harvested the largest white truffle ever found in the Motovun Forest. The truffle was included in the Guinness Book of World Records, and Livade became the world center of truffles. The family further popularized the truffle by starting the “Zigante Truffle Days,” a marathon event that brings together numerous domestic and international gourmets over 5 weekends in October and November<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The event features a variety of activities<\/strong>, including a truffle fair, an exhibition of local wines, and a showcase of Istrian culinary specialties. There is also a demonstration of truffle hunting and a presentation of dishes whose main ingredient is, as you might have guessed, truffles.<\/p>\n

Teran Wine and Truffle Festival<\/a><\/h3>\n

Place and date: Motovun, October 18 – 19<\/strong><\/p>\n

In addition to the aforementioned weekends in Livade, Motovun hosts a 2-day truffle and Teran wine exhibition<\/strong> every autumn. Is there a better combination? If you want to experience a pairing of these 2 top Istrian delicacies, don’t miss the Teran and Truffle Festival.<\/p>\n

Year after year, Motovun brings together the best producers of truffles and Teran wine<\/strong>, as well as companies that buy truffles. At this magical location above the Motovun Forest, you can taste and buy truffles and Teran wine, participate in workshops, and most importantly, have a good time. For more information, follow the Motovun Tourist Board’s official Facebook page<\/a>.<\/p>\n