Štokovci combines several preserved traditionally built buildings in the old village with agricultural and leisure activities. This allows you to weigh different priorities when choosing your stay: the village structure, the Pekica family farm, the Family Centar and the Dinaridi Trail.
Preserved buildings in the old village
Several traditionally built buildings have been preserved in the old village, while many other houses have been altered. The village layout can therefore be viewed through individual preserved buildings and the changes made to many houses. Those interested in traditional construction will find a local point of interest here that differs from the leisure activities.
Agriculture and leisure activities
The Pekica family farm is located at Štokovci, Pekici 1. It is said to specialise in lavender and lavender products. Before making a specific enquiry, check the current contact and business details, as well as the present range of products.
The five-hectare Family Centar Štokovci is a leisure centre with an adrenaline cycling course, quad and buggy rides, and full-day and half-day excursions. The activities are described as suitable for families with children of all ages. Check which activities are currently available before visiting.
Ranch Toni belongs to Dragica Lenić of Štokovci. A 2018 profile mentions the breeding of domestic animals there, including Istrian donkeys and horses. If animal husbandry is important to your plans, ask about the current stock.
A 2018 project description identifies the Dinaridi Trail as connecting five family farms and gives its length as 33.2 kilometres. The modes of travel listed are cycling, walking, quad biking and horse riding; Ranch Toni is also included in the route sequence described. Check the current route before planning your trip.
In the wider destination of Općina Svetvinčenat
For a broader look at culture and landscape, the wider destination of Općina Svetvinčenat is worth exploring. The main square of Svetvinčenat, locally called Placa, has largely retained its authentic Renaissance appearance. Morosini-Grimani Castle is among the best-preserved examples of Venetian architecture in Istria and beyond. It tells its story through nine different multimedia features and offers an interactive journey through the past of Svetvinčenat.
The religious buildings also offer different historical perspectives: the Church of St Vincent dates from the 12th century. The Church of St Catherine was built in the 14th century and is decorated with frescoes from the early 15th century.
Kuća vještice Mare is a visitor centre dedicated to the tangible and intangible cultural heritage of Svetvinčenat. It uses 3D mapping, virtual reality and augmented reality. The experiences described include virtual archery and searching for the lost equipment of an unknown knight using augmented-reality glasses.
Cycling routes and landscape
For a comparison of distances within Općina Svetvinčenat: the three easy cycling routes start in Svetvinčenat. Route 671 Putevima kaštela is 11.8 kilometres long, Route 690 Renesansa na dva kota is 29.6 kilometres, and Route 683 Stazom Grimani is 34 kilometres. Route 671 is therefore the shortest of the three, and Route 683 the longest.
Svetvinčenat Outdoor also offers circular routes around the town for walking, running and cycling. The marked trails lead back to their starting point. The municipality’s landscape is gently rolling, with Mediterranean vegetation and agricultural land bordered by dry-stone walls or vegetation. Karst features in Općina Svetvinčenat include caves, sinkholes, ponds and rocky areas.
Discover more destinations: Foli, Kranjčići, Cukrići, Bokordici, Raponji, Bibići, Pusti, Peresiji.
For the broader travel overview: Općina Svetvinčenat.
