Biking in Istria / Kompanj
Our route tips for road cyclists and mountain bikers
The Mountain Lodge Istria offers the ideal starting point for many great bike tours, far from the well-known cycling destinations. With little traffic and a network of many small roads around Kompanj, there are numerous possibilities for diverse routes – however, all routes have one thing in common: a few elevation gains are always to be tackled.
Road Bike Route 1 - Warmup
For the warm-up, it’s recommended to start from Kompanj heading east. The route passes through Lanišće, Trstenik, and on the return, you will pass by Slum and Gornja Nugla. Over the 37 km through small villages, you'll encounter 760 meters of elevation gain.
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Road Bike Route 2 - Butoniga
Starting from Kompanj, head south towards Lake Butoniga, where you’ll be greeted by landscapes reminiscent of Tuscany. The climbs near Vrh are particularly challenging, but the stunning view over Lake Butoniga makes it worthwhile. The route takes you from Kompanj to Brnobići and Krušvari, along the ridge to Juradi. The return journey passes through Vrh, Sveti Donat, and Buzet, back to Kompanj. Over 46 km, you’ll tackle approximately 1,100 meters of elevation gain.
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Road Bike Route 3 – Učka
The queen stage leads over Mount Učka to Ičići. From there, the route continues along the sea heading south to Plomin. The loop then returns inland via Jesenovik back to Kompanj. This demanding route covers 105 km and 1,800 meters of elevation gain. For particularly ambitious cyclists, there’s an optional detour from the main road to the summit of Vojak. The highest peak in Istria offers a fantastic view over the entire peninsula. However, an additional 400 meters of elevation gain is required to reach the summit.
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Mountain Biking in Istria / Croatia
The trail network is diverse and very varied. The highest mountain is Učka, which can be reached via an old Roman road. But even on shorter tours around Kompanj, you'll experience Istria in a unique way. On small asphalt roads, you'll be riding almost alone, as there is hardly any traffic. There are also many opportunities for single-trail bikers in the Istrian hinterland.
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Crossing the Alps by bike
From Berchtesgaden to Mountain Lodge Istria
Ride your bike from Bavaria to Kompanj in Istria within 5 days. We are happy to pass on our experiences and the exact travel route on request and offer you the opportunity to experience this trip on your own, but with our support. In Bayerisch Gmain you can rent our apartment for 2 people to get fit for the adventure. After your arrival in Istria, our Stone Lodge 1 is available to you to end your holiday in a relaxed or active way. As a final highlight, we recommend you step on the Učka (highest peak in Istria), which rewards you with a gigantic 360 ° view over the Mediterranean Sea to the Julian Alps.
E-Bike Trails in Istria / Croatia
On the high plateau above Buzet
These 3 different trails all start and end near the campsite close to Slum. The trails still need to be ridden a bit more to become truly enjoyable, but the scenery is absolutely worth it.
An information board at the campsite provides details about the length, difficulty, and exact route. You can also start your tour at the Mountain Lodge Istria — it’s only a few kilometers to the Čićeria plateau and the beginning of these trails.
Activities around Mountain Lodge Istria
The perfect accommodation for your active vacation in Croatia!
Stone Lodge I
The Istrian Stone Lodge offers two sleeping places in a dreamlike ambience on 60 m². The completely renovated stone house convinces not only with its stylish interior.
Stone Lodge II
Since August 2024, we’ve been open for you. Demand is high. Active guests — or simply those seeking peace and quiet — will find plenty of space and comfort across 160 m². We offer 8 sleeping spots.