Two loop routes pass through Medvidići: one on foot and one by mountain bike. The San Lorenzo II circular hiking trail (719) is 9.9 km long and has 145 metres of elevation gain. At 27 km, the Faragude + Kontija MTB route is considerably longer. You can plan your trip around whether you prefer hiking or want to include a mountain bike ride.
Plan a hike or mountain bike ride
San Lorenzo II runs between Čehići and Rajki through Medvidići. As a circular hiking trail, it returns to the starting point. Its length and elevation gain provide specific guidance for planning the route; the figures may vary slightly depending on the GPS recording. Check current trail conditions before setting off.
The Faragude + Kontija MTB route is also a loop. It runs between Bralići and Montižana through Medvidići and reaches San Servolo Bikepark. There, the XC course has been expanded with trails of varying difficulty. Trail surfaces and signage may change; also check locally for the latest information on the route and access to the bike park.
The two routes differ in both activity and length: the hiking loop is 9.9 km, compared with 27 km for the MTB loop. This makes it easy to choose between a hike and a longer bike ride without treating the routes as equivalent.
Vina Prekalj and award-winning Malvazija vintages
Vina Prekalj is associated with wine production at the address Medvidići 1, Sveti Lovreč. The winery’s Malvazija awards relate to specific vintages and competitions: Malvazija 1 from the 2017 vintage won a gold medal at the 2018 World of Malvasia results. The 2023 Malvazija also won gold at Svijet malvazija in 2024.
At Svijet malvazija 2026, Vina Prekalj won a gold medal for its 2025 Malvazija istarska; another 2025 Malvazija received silver. Together, these results offer a chronological overview of the award-winning wines. They do not indicate whether a particular vintage is currently available.
Accommodation in Medvidići
Villa Medvidići is a traditional Istrian stone villa with a private pool and jacuzzi at the address Medvidići 2A. The holiday home Kantineta has two rooms and sleeps five. You can compare the accommodation type, facilities, and capacity with your own needs for your stay. If you are planning specific travel dates, check current availability before booking.
Culture and more routes in the wider destination of Općina Sveti Lovreč
For a cultural addition to your trip, consider Sveti Lovreč in the wider destination of Općina Sveti Lovreč. The fortified town is considered one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Istria. Its circular shape dates back to a prehistoric hillfort on the rise. In the 14th century, the town walls were extended and expanded when Sveti Lovreč was the seat of the captains. The fortified complex includes the Funtanela Tower, a nearby triangular tower, and a bell tower that was once used as a defensive tower.
The Church of St Martin also brings together several notable historical features: it houses the oldest organ in Istria, made by Petar Nakić (Pietro Nacchini) in 1735 and restored in 2013. The church also contains one of the oldest surviving fresco ensembles in Istria, including recently restored frescoes in the north and south apses.
Another hiking option in the area of Općina Sveti Lovreč is the Put vode circular hiking trail (Istra Trails No. 720). It is 11.2 km long and links several water sources. The start and finish are at the restored town spring in the centre of Sveti Lovreč, near Velika vrata. At 11.2 km, Put vode is 1.3 km longer than San Lorenzo II; it is also a separate route in the area of the Municipality of Sveti Lovreč.
Discover more destinations: Flengi, Čehići, Gradina, Kloštar, Sveti Lovrec, Kruncici, Stranići Kod Lovreča, Marasi.
For the wider travel overview: Općina Sveti Lovreč.
