Route
The European hiking trail E12 in Croatia allows you to get to know the most beautiful parts of the Istrian peninsula. The road enters Croatia at the international border crossing Plovanija and leads along the route of the former Parenzana railway to the beautiful town of Grožnjan. The road continues through picturesque Istrian landscapes towards Brtonigla, Kaštelir and the town of Poreč.
Starting Point
Border crossing Plovanija (border between Croatia and Slovenia)
End Point
Which cities and towns does the E-path pass through
Length
59,4 km
Ground path of the E-path
Istarski planinarski put (Istrian hiking trail; IPP)
Responsible organisation(s)
Croatian mountaineering association
Publications
Istarski planinarski put, hiking guide, Istarski planinarski savez
Maps
Included in hiking guide, also available on www.hps.hr
Marking system
Blue signs with yellow stars (like EU flag) with E-12 signs, also combined with standard red-white marks.
Crossing other E-paths
There are no crossings
Practical
Recommended web site for all informations: www.istra.hr
Accomodation
Available in towns and villages along the route
Food
Available in towns and villages along the route
Travel
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Gear
It is recommended to use hiking equipment.
Links
Relevant links to e.g. touristic sites, weather sites.
https://www.hps.hr/europski-pjesacki-putovi/e12-prva-dionica/
https://www.hps.hr/europski-pjesacki-putovi/