Juricani is included in several cycling routes, with distances ranging from two similar-length rides to a historical event covering 35 kilometres. Gospa Snježna and culinary destinations nearby add to the appeal for cyclists. You can plan your trip around specific routes, festival programmes and tasting opportunities.
Cycling: similar distances, different route themes
The 30-kilometre trekking cycling route from Katoro passes through Juricani and then heads towards Istria’s wine and olive oil roads. The 31-kilometre route “The southern side of Umag and riding by the sea” also passes through the village. The two routes with specified distances differ by just one kilometre, but their themes are more distinct: one heads towards the wine and olive oil roads, while the other puts Umag’s southern side and cycling by the sea front and centre in its name. Another route through Juricani is called “From Neapolis to Novigrad”. Check the conditions for the 31-kilometre route before setting out.
Historical cycling tours and Gospa Snježna
At the Biciklijada od Juricani in 2014, the route was 35 kilometres long, with the start and finish in front of the Juricani sports centre. It followed local roads through vineyards, olive groves and forests towards Matelići. At the time, the ride was rated as moderately difficult and intended for more experienced recreational cyclists; helmets were mandatory. This information applies to the 2014 event. Do not treat the historical difficulty rating or helmet requirement as current route rules.
Gospa Snježna is a local folk festival in Juricani-Giurizzani. A municipal decision from 2026 confirms the festival’s continued official recognition. Past festival programmes have included sports competitions, culinary offerings, dancing and entertainment; activities and dates may vary from one edition to the next. The 2019 programme also included an MTB cycling tour starting from Juricani. If you are planning to attend the festival, check the date and the relevant programme in advance.
Culinary destinations nearby
Nearby, Sole in Donji Picudo, Sošići, is a culinary option. Dishes offered there include fish, fuži with porcini mushrooms and black truffle, and game with gnocchi. The menu may change, so check before your visit whether the dishes you want are still available. The selection offers a glimpse of the cuisine described, from fish dishes to pasta with mushrooms and truffle or game with gnocchi.
The Coronica winery is also nearby, in Koreniki. It has a tasting room for up to 50 people, which can be visited by prior arrangement. This capacity gives groups a concrete point of reference; book in advance and confirm the current visiting arrangements with the winery. This makes it possible to include culinary interests in your trip planning without conflating a festival programme, a restaurant menu and a tasting visit: each has its own dates or booking requirements.
Discover more destinations: Petrovija, Valica, Materada, Čepljani, Savudrija, Vardica, Basanija, Umag.
For the broader travel overview: Općina Umag.
