Veleniki: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The Veleniki Trail is an easy circular route that starts and ends in Veleniki. Those who choose Veleniki as a holiday destination may want to find and rent a holiday apartment.

On the Way

The route leads through broad white roads, vineyards and shaded forest paths. From the village centre, the Veleniki Trail climbs towards the Maximus Agri hiking and cycling trail. This trail connects coastal and inland Istria.

The “Poreč Countryside” tour also passes through Veleniki and partly follows the old Roman road Decumanus Maximus Agri. It is designed as an easy family cycling tour through nature, olive groves, vineyards and authentic north-Mediterranean vegetation.

Enjoyment

After walking the Veleniki Trail, visitors can taste and buy homemade rakija, liqueurs and wines at Sempervivum. Sempervivum in Veleniki has produced more than twenty varieties of rakija and liqueurs. The establishment also produces rakija, liqueurs, whisky, rum, vodka, olive oil and souvenirs, while preserving Istrian flavours.

After a walk around Veleniki, Konoba Daniela is recommended for local cuisine and warm hospitality. The “Poreč Countryside” tour also passes Konoba Danijela in Veleniki, which is considered a place for authentic Istrian specialities and a light lunch.

Culture

Quercus cerris is associated with the local cultural identity in Veleniki. A traditional bocce tournament in Veleniki brought together local residents, bocce enthusiasts and participants from various Istrian clubs.

Geographical Setting

The local road LC 50088 connects Varvari on the D302 with Veleniki and is 2.00 km long. Free parking is available in Veleniki for the Veleniki Trail.

Other places: Bonaci, Kadumi, Dracevac, Jasenovica, Starići, Ruzici, Kukci, Montižana

To the higher-level travel overview: Općina Poreč.