The Municipality of Lanišće reveals itself through very different discoveries: sacred buildings with multiple construction phases, the singing tradition of bugarenje, and trails in Ćićarija. Ćićarija has trails for hikers, walkers and cyclists; a 45-minute walk from Brgudac leads to the Korita spring.
Building history and living tradition
The parish church in Lanišće was built in 1927 on the site of an older church dating from 1609. Its Renaissance bell tower was preserved. Inside are a Gothic wooden crucifix and three marble altars, brought from the Cathedral of Trieste in 1928. The earlier building, the present church and its furnishings thus represent different chapters in the history of its construction.
The Church of the Holy Virgin Mary in Račja Vas also has a long history: it has been documented since 1580, and its bell tower was built in 1586. The ruins of Rašpor Fortress on Gradina represent another historical sequence: prehistoric settlement was followed by a Roman border fortification.
The cultural heritage also includes bugarenje, a preserved singing tradition specific to Ćićarija. The Lanišće women's singing group keeps bugarenje alive and performs in public; its history as a group dates back to 1976. Traditional karbunice are still made in Brest under Učka. These examples show different aspects of the culture: sacred architecture, singing and a continuing craft tradition.
Ćićarija and the Korita spring
Ćićarija is sparsely populated and invites visitors to explore unspoiled nature. Cool slopes and forests shape its quiet inland character, far from crowded coastal beaches. Ćićarija has numerous trails for hikers, walkers and cyclists. The Municipality of Lanišće focuses its tourism offering on active and sustainable tourism, including hiking, climbing and cycling.
At the Korita spring, water flows into ten wooden troughs. Beside them is a pond with abundant plant and animal life. A rest area offers views of the Učka massif. The spring therefore offers both a specific natural feature to discover and a place to take a break.
From Brgudac, the spring can be reached by a 45-minute walk through forest inhabited by protected plants and animals. The Brgudac–Korita trekking route takes about three hours and is rated moderate. The time estimates offer different points of reference: the walk from Brgudac to the spring and the duration of the named trekking route.
Near the spring, the Na Koritima mountain hut offers weekend accommodation and a meal for hikers. Check the availability of the weekend offer before you arrive.
Nature and local cuisine
The Forests and Forest Fruits Festival in Brest also brings nature and cuisine together. The 2026 edition’s programme includes guided nature activities, recreational activities and tastings of dishes made with forest fruits. If you are planning to attend a later edition, check its dates and programme in advance.
Discover more destinations: Slum, Jelovice, Lanišće, Klenovšćak, Municipality of Umag, Municipality of Lupoglav, Municipality of Sveta Nedelja, Municipality of Medulin.
For the broader travel overview: Istria County.
