Nova Vas: Wine, Routes and Local History
Accommodation in Nova Vas
Nova Vas can be explored through several specific interests: guided wine tastings, a historic church building and routes through the surrounding area. When choosing a destination, it helps to distinguish between these experiences: an organised tasting, a hiking route and a cycling route each shape your stay in a different way. The history of the village and the traditional Fešta sv. Lovre also offer their own points of interest. This can help you weigh up which themes suit your trip.
Wine Tastings and Local Products
The Cattunar winery in Nova Vas organises guided tastings for groups and individual guests. Booking conditions may change, so check them before your visit. The Istria tasting includes extra virgin olive oil and a platter of cheese, cured meats and truffle bruschette. The selection may change.
Ravalico, at Nova Vas 101, has a tasting room with a capacity of 30 people and produces olive oil. Cattunar's guided tastings and the stated features of Ravalico's tasting room are different points to consider when planning your trip.
Church and Local History
The parish church of St. Michael the Archangel stands at the entrance to Nova Vas. It was built in 1540 and was originally dedicated to Our Lady of Mercy. Thus, its current name and earlier dedication coexist; the year it was built provides a historical date for the church building.
For a comparison of historic architectural styles, consider Kaštel sv. Jurja, located near Nova Vas. It has a trapezoidal ground plan and well-preserved defensive walls. While the church's construction date and dedication are its historical points of reference, the layout and surviving fortifications are the focus at the Kaštel.
Hiking Trails and Cycling Route
Škarline Nature Park can be reached from Nova Vas via a gravel road of about two kilometres. The condition of the road is not guaranteed year-round. Take this limitation into account when planning and check conditions before your outing.
The St. Rok hiking trail passes through the Škarline Gorge and then climbs up to Nova Vas. It is rated moderate; trail conditions may vary. The difficulty rating and actual conditions are two different aspects to consider when planning: check the trail conditions before your hike.
The official Four Lands cycling route also passes through Nova Vas. On foot, the St. Rok trail focuses on the route through the gorge and up to the village; by bike, the route passes through Nova Vas. Check route conditions before setting off.
Fešta sv. Lovre
The Fešta sv. Lovre in Nova Vas is the traditional festival in honour of St. Lawrence, the village's patron saint. The dates vary from year to year. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the event dates for your intended travel period.
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