Guidebook for Bale
Drinks & Nightlife
The Kamene priče tavern will tell you an incredible story. A story about blending homegrown ingredients together with traditional skills and international specialities that have impressed even the most demanding gourmets who listed it amongst the best restaurants anywhere. Relax and enjoy your meal in pleasant surroundings, with the sounds of jazz and the excellent gastronomic offer.
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Kamene Price Jazz Bar
57 Castel ul.The Kamene priče tavern will tell you an incredible story. A story about blending homegrown ingredients together with traditional skills and international specialities that have impressed even the most demanding gourmets who listed it amongst the best restaurants anywhere. Relax and enjoy your meal in pleasant surroundings, with the sounds of jazz and the excellent gastronomic offer.
Food Scene
One of the best restaurants in Istria is located in the centre of Bale against the enchanting backdrop of the old stone streets. La Grisa is a prize-winning, luxury restaurant, which should not be missed during your stay in Istria.
Excellent dishes imbued with the fragrances of seasoning herbs and excellent olive oil are prepared in a simple, yet unique way whilst special emphasis is given to the use of seasonal home-grown ingredients.
You can taste a number of excellent Istrian wines in the pleasant environment of the restaurant and we highly recommend you try the Malvasia by renowned Istrian producers.
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Hotel La Grisa
One of the best restaurants in Istria is located in the centre of Bale against the enchanting backdrop of the old stone streets. La Grisa is a prize-winning, luxury restaurant, which should not be missed during your stay in Istria.
Excellent dishes imbued with the fragrances of seasoning herbs and excellent olive oil are prepared in a simple, yet unique way whilst special emphasis is given to the use of seasonal home-grown ingredients.
You can taste a number of excellent Istrian wines in the pleasant environment of the restaurant and we highly recommend you try the Malvasia by renowned Istrian producers.
Bembo Olio D'Oliva
14 Ul. San ZuianMonte is the first restaurant in Croatia with Michelin stars which is located in Istria, in Rovinj, a beautiful city only 20 minutes away from Bale.
Distance from Bale: 20 minutes driving (14.3 km)
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Monte
75 Ul. MontalbanoMonte is the first restaurant in Croatia with Michelin stars which is located in Istria, in Rovinj, a beautiful city only 20 minutes away from Bale.
Distance from Bale: 20 minutes driving (14.3 km)
Villa Lav
Types of food: Fish, Meat, Pasta, Grill, Cakes
Wine Hotel & Restaurant Meneghetti offers: meat, fish, pasta, soups, cakes, ice cream
Stancija Meneghetti 1, 52211, Bale
091 243 1600
Distance from Bale: 15 minutes driving (8.6 km)
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Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
1 Stancija MeneghettiWine Hotel & Restaurant Meneghetti offers: meat, fish, pasta, soups, cakes, ice cream
Stancija Meneghetti 1, 52211, Bale
091 243 1600
Distance from Bale: 15 minutes driving (8.6 km)
Golaš 13, 52211 Bale, Istria, Croatia
Phone: 098/309-594
E-mail: janja.debeljuh@pu.t-com.hr
Distance from Bale: 8 minutes driving (5.6 km)
Relais and Wine San Tommaso
Golaš 13, 52211 Bale, Istria, Croatia
Phone: 098/309-594
E-mail: janja.debeljuh@pu.t-com.hr
Distance from Bale: 8 minutes driving (5.6 km)
Sightseeing
By walking through Bale's old town centre, observing the stone houses and wandering around the narrow, cobbled streets within the fortified walls, you are certain to run into the Soardo – Bembo Castle. One of the most beautiful, picturesque attractions in the town, which stands out with the beauty of its Gothic-Renaissance façade.
Built in the 16th century between the two towers, which initially belonged to the Soardo family and then in 1618 became the property of the Bembo family, it is considered one of the most important monuments in Croatia, and was completely renovated in 2012. History enthusiasts will be able to visit Bembo Castle and embark on the adventure of the early modern era.
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Bale
By walking through Bale's old town centre, observing the stone houses and wandering around the narrow, cobbled streets within the fortified walls, you are certain to run into the Soardo – Bembo Castle. One of the most beautiful, picturesque attractions in the town, which stands out with the beauty of its Gothic-Renaissance façade.
Built in the 16th century between the two towers, which initially belonged to the Soardo family and then in 1618 became the property of the Bembo family, it is considered one of the most important monuments in Croatia, and was completely renovated in 2012. History enthusiasts will be able to visit Bembo Castle and embark on the adventure of the early modern era.
Rovinj is a romantic town located on the western coast of Istria. The old town, under UNESCO protection, is interwoven with stone streets and squares. Follow them and you will certainly not miss the most imposing city building, the church of St. Euphemia.
Once a small fishing town, it is known for its charming streets in the hilly part of the old town, which reflect its turbulent history. It is also surrounded by the endless blue Adriatic Sea, enveloped in beautiful beaches, whilst its archipelago hides as many as 22 islets. Swimming and sunbathing lovers are sure to find their new refuge here
Distance from Bale: 19 minutes driving (14.3 km)
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Rovinj
Rovinj is a romantic town located on the western coast of Istria. The old town, under UNESCO protection, is interwoven with stone streets and squares. Follow them and you will certainly not miss the most imposing city building, the church of St. Euphemia.
Once a small fishing town, it is known for its charming streets in the hilly part of the old town, which reflect its turbulent history. It is also surrounded by the endless blue Adriatic Sea, enveloped in beautiful beaches, whilst its archipelago hides as many as 22 islets. Swimming and sunbathing lovers are sure to find their new refuge here
Distance from Bale: 19 minutes driving (14.3 km)
Its 3,000 year old history is embedded in every corner of the city. The Pula Arena, the Temple of Augustus, the cobbled streets, museums and various events are offered to visitors looking for the cultural and historical sites of the peninsula.
Distance from Bale: 28 minutes driving (29.4 km)
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Pula
Its 3,000 year old history is embedded in every corner of the city. The Pula Arena, the Temple of Augustus, the cobbled streets, museums and various events are offered to visitors looking for the cultural and historical sites of the peninsula.
Distance from Bale: 28 minutes driving (29.4 km)
The medieval town of Svetvinčenat is one of Istria's jewels, which has recently become a centre of cultural events taking place on its attractive historical sites.
Programmes within the Istraetnojazz Festival, the Festival of dance and non-verbal theatre take place in the medieval castles, on the squares and in the surrounding areas. In July, the fragrance of culinary delights during the Festival of cheese emanates around the town whilst August is reserved for the Medieval Festival. Autumn brings the Festival of new wine where Croatian winemakers with novelties from the world of enology come together.
Distance from Bale: 16 minutes driving (12.2 km)
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Svetvinčenat
The medieval town of Svetvinčenat is one of Istria's jewels, which has recently become a centre of cultural events taking place on its attractive historical sites.
Programmes within the Istraetnojazz Festival, the Festival of dance and non-verbal theatre take place in the medieval castles, on the squares and in the surrounding areas. In July, the fragrance of culinary delights during the Festival of cheese emanates around the town whilst August is reserved for the Medieval Festival. Autumn brings the Festival of new wine where Croatian winemakers with novelties from the world of enology come together.
Distance from Bale: 16 minutes driving (12.2 km)
The medieval town of Dvigrad is the most visited cultural heritage in the area, and represents the foundation of the Municipality of Kanfanar’s cultural identity.
The settlement is situated at 150-175 metres above sea level. Access is through the city gates that lead into a suburb that was once protected by the city walls. A second gateway was built into the second ring of the city walls. It is only through the third gateway that you can enter the heart of the city, where at the top the Church of St. Sofia was built on the bedrock. This historical town will enchant history lovers in search of Istria’s hidden gems.
Distance from Bale: 16 minutes driving (17 km)
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Ruïnes van Dvigrad
The medieval town of Dvigrad is the most visited cultural heritage in the area, and represents the foundation of the Municipality of Kanfanar’s cultural identity.
The settlement is situated at 150-175 metres above sea level. Access is through the city gates that lead into a suburb that was once protected by the city walls. A second gateway was built into the second ring of the city walls. It is only through the third gateway that you can enter the heart of the city, where at the top the Church of St. Sofia was built on the bedrock. This historical town will enchant history lovers in search of Istria’s hidden gems.
Distance from Bale: 16 minutes driving (17 km)
Poreč is a place where the natural beauties of Istria bond with its fascinating culture and historical sites. The Euphrasian Basilica, protected by UNESCO, the old town, the naturally beautiful beaches... are all the more reason for you to spend time in this picturesque town. Stroll along the waterfront, where the old town rises on one side, and boats follow the rhythm of the Adriatic waves on the other.
Distance from Bale: 37 minutes driving (31.3 km)
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Poreč
Poreč is a place where the natural beauties of Istria bond with its fascinating culture and historical sites. The Euphrasian Basilica, protected by UNESCO, the old town, the naturally beautiful beaches... are all the more reason for you to spend time in this picturesque town. Stroll along the waterfront, where the old town rises on one side, and boats follow the rhythm of the Adriatic waves on the other.
Distance from Bale: 37 minutes driving (31.3 km)
This picturesque Istrian town located on the top of a hill is of great cultural importance. Globally important works of art have been created in the maze of its narrow streets.
In early May, Grožnjan becomes a mecca for all types of art. With its magical and amazing appearance, it inspires artists, even though ordinary passers-by too will not pass around it indifferently. During the summer, jazz notes spread throughout the town, as well as other genres of music, whilst its hidden corners become a stage that lives and breathes art.
Distance from Bale: 52 minutes driving (63 km)
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Grožnjan
This picturesque Istrian town located on the top of a hill is of great cultural importance. Globally important works of art have been created in the maze of its narrow streets.
In early May, Grožnjan becomes a mecca for all types of art. With its magical and amazing appearance, it inspires artists, even though ordinary passers-by too will not pass around it indifferently. During the summer, jazz notes spread throughout the town, as well as other genres of music, whilst its hidden corners become a stage that lives and breathes art.
Distance from Bale: 52 minutes driving (63 km)
Parks & Nature
This special ornithological reserve of Palud near Bale is an ideal place for families with children. Spend an unforgettable day on romantic walks through the reserve and find peace in unspoiled nature while watching the birds up close or with the appropriate equipment.
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Palud
This special ornithological reserve of Palud near Bale is an ideal place for families with children. Spend an unforgettable day on romantic walks through the reserve and find peace in unspoiled nature while watching the birds up close or with the appropriate equipment.
The Lim Bay is part of the 35 km long Lim Valley, which extends almost to the centre of Istria, and is one of the most beautiful natural resources of the Istrian peninsula. The bay itself is slightly longer than 10 km, 30 m deep, with its widest part being about 600 m.
Steep hills rise on both sides of the bay, sometimes to a height of 100 m from which breath-taking views extend. For recreationists, hikers, and climbers this is a piece of heaven on earth. Gourmets too will not be disappointed because a variety of shellfish and fish are cultivated on the coast, in brackish water. The Bay has a status of a protected landscape and as such diving, fishing and sailing motorboats are not allowed.
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Lim
The Lim Bay is part of the 35 km long Lim Valley, which extends almost to the centre of Istria, and is one of the most beautiful natural resources of the Istrian peninsula. The bay itself is slightly longer than 10 km, 30 m deep, with its widest part being about 600 m.
Steep hills rise on both sides of the bay, sometimes to a height of 100 m from which breath-taking views extend. For recreationists, hikers, and climbers this is a piece of heaven on earth. Gourmets too will not be disappointed because a variety of shellfish and fish are cultivated on the coast, in brackish water. The Bay has a status of a protected landscape and as such diving, fishing and sailing motorboats are not allowed.
Located on the southernmost part of Istria, on the approximately 9-kilometre long peninsula is Cape Kamenjak. The peninsula's coast is highly indented and known for its numerous coves, bays, capes and beaches.
The entire area is interwoven with a network of unpaved trails and is an ideal destination for adventurers and lovers of remote countryside, pristine nature and wild, intimate places. In 1996 Kamenjak was proclaimed a protected area, and the area is celebrated for the catch of the best crabs.
Distance from Bale: 46 minutes driving (40.8 km)
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Kamenjak
Located on the southernmost part of Istria, on the approximately 9-kilometre long peninsula is Cape Kamenjak. The peninsula's coast is highly indented and known for its numerous coves, bays, capes and beaches.
The entire area is interwoven with a network of unpaved trails and is an ideal destination for adventurers and lovers of remote countryside, pristine nature and wild, intimate places. In 1996 Kamenjak was proclaimed a protected area, and the area is celebrated for the catch of the best crabs.
Distance from Bale: 46 minutes driving (40.8 km)
Just 15 minutes from Bale is Fažana, an ideal starting point from which to explore the Brijuni National Park.
A group of two larger islands and 12 islets is a truly hidden paradise, which deservedly bears the status of national park. Discover Brijuni on foot or while riding a bike, listen to the stories hidden within the Roman ruins, stories about animals that live on the island and discover the island’s historical importance. Take the sideway and you will be amazed by the bond of the crystal clear sea, the exceptional landscape and the pristine nature. Whatever your reason, Brijuni will stay in your memory and in your heart forever.
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Brijuni
Just 15 minutes from Bale is Fažana, an ideal starting point from which to explore the Brijuni National Park.
A group of two larger islands and 12 islets is a truly hidden paradise, which deservedly bears the status of national park. Discover Brijuni on foot or while riding a bike, listen to the stories hidden within the Roman ruins, stories about animals that live on the island and discover the island’s historical importance. Take the sideway and you will be amazed by the bond of the crystal clear sea, the exceptional landscape and the pristine nature. Whatever your reason, Brijuni will stay in your memory and in your heart forever.
Arts & Culture
The Pula Arena is the most famous symbol of the city and one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world. Its construction began during the reign of Emperor Augustus at the beginning of the 1st century.
This space, with a seat capacity of 23,000 spectators, was intended for combat between gladiators, hunting animals and also for public trials. Below the arena was a space where animals were kept in cages, but nowadays this space hosts a permanent exhibition entitled Production of Istrian olive oil and wine. Moreover, the Arena today is used for a variety of cultural events.
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Arena van Pula
bb Flavijevska ul.The Pula Arena is the most famous symbol of the city and one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world. Its construction began during the reign of Emperor Augustus at the beginning of the 1st century.
This space, with a seat capacity of 23,000 spectators, was intended for combat between gladiators, hunting animals and also for public trials. Below the arena was a space where animals were kept in cages, but nowadays this space hosts a permanent exhibition entitled Production of Istrian olive oil and wine. Moreover, the Arena today is used for a variety of cultural events.