A 9.5-kilometer cycling route, rated easy and named NESACTIUM, starts and ends at the Church of St. Jerome in Muntic. Along the way, you can enjoy views of nature and prehistoric sites; the route leads from Muntic to the Nezakcij archaeological site. Beyond the cycling route, the village church, historic place names and local culture tell different stories about the village.

Cycle towards Nezakcij

With the same church as both starting point and finish, the loop is easy to identify: it is 9.5 kilometers long and rated easy. The connection from Muntic to the Nezakcij archaeological site gives the ride a specific destination; along the way, the views are shaped by nature and prehistoric sites. This provides both a named route and its length and difficulty rating for planning. Check the route provider’s information before setting off.

The Church of St. Jerome

The parish church has a single-nave hall and a bell-gable. Its notable features include a bell dating from 1396, a Gothic vault inside, a statue of the Virgin Mary and a painting by A. Samasse from 1827. The building brings together historical and artistic elements from different periods. The church is also the starting point and finish of the NESACTIUM cycling route.

Elevated setting and local history

Muntic is situated on higher ground and offers views across the southeastern surroundings of Pula. The village lies between Valtura and Loborika, away from the main modern roads. Another local name points to the past: Muntic’s old name survives in the name of the Runjanka pond.

The recorded names and historical milestones also reach far back. In medieval sources, the area was called Rumijan, also known as Rumianum; records date back to the 10th century. The settlement of Dalmatian refugees is a separate event: it took place in several waves during the 16th century.

Culture, collection and local traditions

Since 2019, Galerija Kapelan in Muntic has housed a private ethnographic collection. It preserves rescued and conserved antiques connected with rural and urban life in Istria. If you would like to visit the gallery, ask about access in advance. The village’s cultural character also includes a strong tradition of folk musicians and kantaduri.

The old communal cistern is considered a small local attraction; check its condition on site. A relief is located in the center of Muntic.

Festivals and dated events

Muntić Night is a traditional folk festival held at the football pitch. On July 13, 2024, it was organized by NK Muntić under the auspices of the Ližnjan Tourist Board. Jerolimova is a folk festival associated with September 30; the 2024 program included a veterans’ football match between NK Muntić and NK Ližnjan. If a festival date matters for your trip, check the program for your chosen year.

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