Restaurants
Astarea (Brtonigla) - Located on the main road Buje-Novigrad. It offers homemade seafood cuisine in a rustic atmosphere. It has a wide selection of quality wines and homemade spirits.
Morgan (Brtonigla) - A renowned restaurant serving homemade dishes prepared according to traditional recipes. Quality local wines are offered.
Gourmet Restaurant San Rocco (Brtonigla) - Located in the San Rocco Hotel, this restaurant offers a romantic ambiance and upscale cuisine. The restaurant is a member of the international association Jeunes Restaurateurs d'Europe.
Šantić Restaurant (Brtonigla) - Exceptional location in the main square of Brtonigla. Homemade dishes are prepared here and wines from local producers are served.
Food & Wine Primizia by San Rocco (Brtonigla) - A restaurant in the centre of Brtonigla offering specialties of traditional Istrian cuisine, including boškarin and donkey meat. The wine shop offers the best Istrian wines.
La Quercia (Fiorini) - A boutique restaurant in Brtonigla on the way to the sea, offering fish and seafood dishes and Istrian delicacies from local cheese and prosciutto producers.
Wine & olive oil producers
Cattunar - The wines of Cattunar are among the best in Istria. Malvasia, grown on four different soils, is particularly characteristic. Other wine varieties: Chardonnay, Muscat, Cabernet Sauvignon, etc.
Ravalico - The Ravalico winery from Nova Vas produces quality wines from Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Malvasia and Muscat.
Veralda - Produces locally recognized varieties such as Malvasia, Muscat, Teran, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. They are known for their boutique wines Rose 'refošk and Rose' brut (Teran).
Novacco - The wines of the winery in Fernetići are made from Malvasia, Muscat, Sauvignon blanca and Cabernet sauvignon grapes.
In Brtonigla there are the following important local producers of olive oil: Buršić (Nova Vas), Cecco (Nova Vas), Paoletić (Marinčići), Novacco (Fernetići), Reale-Kraljević (Brtonigla), etc.
Relaxing activities or ...
The summer pleasures by the sea are only 7 km away from Brtonigla. The beaches in Karigador, Dajla, Mareda and Novigrad offer an unforgettable experience. They are natural and well-kept beaches that will convince even the most demanding swimmer.
At the mouth of the river Mirna into the sea near Antenal, fresh and salt water mix, which creates particularly favorable conditions for fishing. Anglers can test their skill and luck directly in the channel of the Mirna River, where wild sea bass and sea bream can be caught, among others.
... active vacation
Cycling in Brtonigla and surroundings - There are 19 cycling routes in the quadrants of Buje, Brtonigla, Novigrad and Umag. The routes and the length of the route are suitable for all types of cyclists. Especially attractive is the bike path through Parenzana or the route of the old narrow-gauge railway. The cycling routes pass through vineyards and olive groves and connect the mediaeval towns of western Istria.
Hikers can take long walks among vineyards and olive groves. Particularly interesting is a visit to the Škarline Nature Park, which can be reached by a 2 km long path from Nova Vas. In the park there are two lakes and a stream that produces a beautiful waterfall. The path leads to the mouth of the river Mirna.
Entertainment
Istralandia Water Park offers a great addition to your holiday in Brtonigla. It is only 5 minutes away from Brtonigla by car. Young and old can relax in the massage pools, family pools and water slides. For adrenaline seekers Istralandia offers different versions of the slides such as Free Fall, Space Rocket and Top Gun. For families with young children Dinopark near Poreč offers unforgottable moments.
Mramornica cave is only 3 km away from Brtonigla. The entrance and the interior of the cave are equipped with guarded paths. The maximum depth of the cave is 20 m from the ground. The space in the cave is 93 x 51 m. The height in the cave is up to 5 m. A tour of the cave accompanied by guides lasts about 30 minutes.
Various events take place in Brtonigla, such as the Choco & Wine Festival, St. Rocco Event, Istrian Malvasia Festival, etc. Tourists and walkers get to know the local cultural features and customs. All this is connected with the excellent local cuisine.