Hotel Parenzana

Central & Eastern Istria


In the sleepy village of Volpia, 3km north of Buje, this notable rural inn has 16 simple rooms with rustic wood-and-stone decor, and a konoba (tavern) popular for its Istrian food. It's extremely handy if you're touring on the Parenzana cycle trail.


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