Umag, Croatia

Welcome to Istria, Slovenia

“The best kept secret in Europe between Dubrovnik and Venice”

Umag's rise as a popular tourist destination in Croatia should come as no surprise. The scenic Istrian city along the Adriatic Coast holds unmatched beauty and distinction. Due to its location in northwest Croatia, Umag is considered the gateway to Istria from northern Europe. Upon arriving in the city, you notice its splendour immediately. The sight of lush landscape is endless and the scent of the Adriatic Sea is in the air. Instantly, you know you are in a special place. With a coastline filled with stunning beaches, Umag has solidified itself as an established summer destination in Europe. But the sea is only one of the reasons Umag stands out as an exceptional vacation site. Beautiful architecture, delicious restaurants and unrivalled scenery add to the city's undeniable charm. Umag's growth over the years is evident as it is now a major tourist destination in Istria. The old town of Umag is a perfect place to begin a sightseeing voyage. Look for remnants of centuries-old architecture, including the old town walls, which date to the 10th century. Walk along the narrow cobbled streets to find the Museum of Umag, which is located in a well-preserved structure that was once used a defence tower in ancient times. A tour of the museum, which is home to a valuable collection of artefacts, will lend an idea of what Umag resembled centuries ago.

Source: http://www.istraturist.com/en/about-umag/intro-history/introducing-umag

Airport / Transportation: 
Nearest airports are: Trieste (TRS), Venice (VCE), Pula (PUY), Ljubliana (LJU).

Food

No holiday in Umag would be complete without experiencing the tastes of its wonderful Istrian food. Due to its prime location, Umag offers both delicacies from the sea and traditional fare from the region. Fish, crab and clams, among many others, are plentiful in the clear water of the Adriatic. These fruits of the sea are often prepared in traditional Istrian style, which makes for a memorable dining experience.

One of the most popular foods in the region is Istrian ham, or prosciutto. This dried ham has been a staple of Istrian cuisine for centuries. The ham is prepared in a unique fashion, using only fresh air to cure the meat, resulting in supreme texture and flavour. Served with cheese and bread, Istrian ham is perfect for an appetizer before your meal or as the main dish itself.

With such fertile land and an ideal climate, Istria offers delicious tastes throughout the year. The freshest asparagus is plentiful in the spring and truffle season arrives in the autumn. As a delicacy, truffles are held in high regard around the world and the very best can be found in Istria.

Also, the Istria's perfect growing conditions for olives, truffles and grapes are evident when sampling the region's world famous olive oils, truffles and wines.

Kulinarik und Luxus in Istrien 

AUF DER SUCHE NACH DER DIVA – Mit allen Sinnen genießen: Luxus rund um die wertvolle Trüffel

Noch mal Sonnen tanken und dabei den Gaumen verwöhnen: Zum Start in die herbstliche Genusssaison verwöhnen wir Sie mit Luxus und einem Gourmeterlebnis der besonderen Art. Mit dem ausklingenden Sommer beginnt die Hochsaison der  Trüffel – ein wahrer Schatz. In einem ausgesuchten Trüffelarrangement stellt Ihnen Ihr Chefkoch die kulinarische Primadonna persönlich vor und weiht Sie in die Geheimnisse der Trüffelsuche und der stilvollsten Zubereitungsarten ein.
Istrien, gehört zu den wichtigsten und größten Trüffelgebieten in Europa. In der grauen, tonhaltigen Erde des Hinterlandes inmitten der Eichen des Motovuner Walds und den feuchten Böden des Flusstals Mirna gedeiht die anspruchsvolle Knolle besonders gut. Zehn verschiedene Trüffelsorten sorgen für kulinarischen Hochgenuss. Auch die weiße Trüffel – die Königin der Edelpilze  – findet hier ideale Bedingungen.

Köstliche Schatzsuche
Trüffelsuche ist ein wohlbehütetes Geheimnis. Wie und wo man die wertvollen Knollen findet, erfahren Sie in einem exklusiven LUXUS GOURMET-Trüffelkurs. Kundige Trüffelsammler mit ausgebildeten Spürhunden führen sie durch Wälder und Wiesen zu den besten Fundstellen. Die gesammelten Edelpilze werden dann unter den wachsamen Augen von Chefkoch Tomislav Gretić im Fine-Dining-Restaurant „Wine Vault“ in delikate Gourmetgerichte verwandelt. Der Star-Sommelier reicht und erläutert dazu die korrespondierende istrische Weinauswahl. Der Koch-Kurs beinhaltet neben dem Trüffelerlebnis und der Weindegustation auch eine Einführung in die Welt der hochwertigen Olivenöle und Weine Istriens inklusive Verköstigung.

More info: 

http://www.istraturist.com/en/about-umag/istria-gourmet/istrian-food

ATP Vegeta Croatia Open

The ATP Vegeta Croatia Open is a tennis tournament held in Umag, Croatia that is part of the 250 series of the ATP Tour.

The first Croatia Open was held in 1990 as the Yugoslavia Open and has been played every year since. It is played on red clay courts. Carlos Moyá has won the tournament a record five times; he also holds the record for the most consecutive wins at three. His most recent win was in 2007.