Two distinct highlights stand out for a trip to Sosici: the former Kanfanar–Rovinj railway line, now used as a cycle and walking path, and Maklavun, a Bronze Age tumulus near the village. These offer two different starting points for planning your day: an outdoor route or a glimpse into archaeological history. When looking for accommodation, these interests can help you plan a stay that suits you.

Cycling along the former railway line

The railway between Kanfanar and Rovinj operated from 20 September 1876 to 20 October 1966. Four stations and 14 railway crossing keeper’s houses stood along its corridor. Today, the corridor is used as a cycle and walking path—a piece of historic infrastructure now serving a different purpose.

The Štrika-Ferata is a cycle and walking path along this former corridor and passes through the cadastral municipality of Sošići. The route is 22.6 kilometres long, rated easy, and includes 20.6 kilometres of gravel. Check the current surface conditions and technical details before your trip, as these may change due to maintenance work.

Maklavun: a Bronze Age tumulus

Maklavun lies near Sošići, on the road to Rovinj. The Bronze Age burial mound is estimated to be around 3,500 to 4,000 years old. The structure includes a tholos burial chamber and a dromos entrance passage. One possible interpretation is that Maklavun served as a solar observatory, based on the orientation of the entrance, which affords a view of the winter solstice. This remains a possible interpretation, not the only established description of the site. Check local access conditions before visiting.

Cycling routes and activities in the Municipality of Kanfanar

The Municipality of Kanfanar lies in the heart of the Istrian peninsula, where green and blue Istria meet. Visitors can explore natural and cultural heritage along cycling routes in the municipality. The Captain Morgan and the Ghost Town cycling route is another route in this destination: it is 23.8 kilometres long, rated moderate, starts and ends in Kanfanar, and passes through the Limska Draga valley and Dvigrad. Compared with the 22.6-kilometre Štrika-Ferata, it is slightly longer and has a different difficulty rating. These are separate routes; check the route details before setting out.

For a different kind of activity, the Municipality of Kanfanar has two sport climbing areas. This information offers an alternative to cycling without assuming any particular level of ability.

Culture, Jakovlja and getting there

Kanfanar is home to the parish church of St. Sylvester, built in 1696. Its furnishings include a stone pulpit from Dvigrad dating to the 13th century. A separate seasonal event is Jakovlja, a traditional festival in Kanfanar held on the last weekend of July. Visitors can watch the public weighing of Istrian oxen and traditional ploughing with oxen. Check the dates for the relevant year before planning your trip around the event.

Kanfanar railway station is in the village of Kanfanar, within the Municipality of Kanfanar. If you plan to travel by train, check the timetable for your travel dates. This will help you coordinate your travel plans and choice of accommodation with the connections that actually suit you.

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For the broader travel overview: Municipality of Kanfanar.