Nestled inland from a fishing port, Krnica is a tiny village in the south-east of Istria that was founded by Dalmatian refugees. It’s surrounded by maquis shrubland, pine forests and hidden coves and provides a peaceful setting for exploring the area.
Dominating the village is the impressive bell tower of Saint Roch Church, which dates back to 1631. Adjacent to the church is a historic cemetery and a small playground with benches for watching the world go by. At the other end of Krnica is the stone-built Church of St. Valentine, named after the 3rd-century Roman saint.
A five-minute drive from the village centre is the Krnički Porat, where you can watch the fishing boats coming and going. In the summer months, you can take a dip in the Adriatic Sea from Wild Beach. Overlooking the water are flat rocks that are ideal for sunbathing.
Getting there
Krnica is around 30 minutes’ drive from Pula and 20 minutes from Pula Airport, which has seasonal flights to destinations across Europe. Renting a car is the most convenient way of getting to Krnica and the village is small enough to explore on foot.