Fažana

Fishing town near Pula and the boat port for Brijuni National Park, famous for sardines.

Region

Istria

Best time to visit

May–June, September

Ideal trip length

1–2 days

Main highlights

Boats to Brijuni, harbour, sardines

Fažana is a small fishing town on the west coast of Istria, a few kilometres north of Pula. It is the departure point for boats to Brijuni National Park, and its colourful harbour is lined with fishing boats and seafood restaurants.

Why visit

The town is known for sardines, and fresh fish is the thing to order here. The seafront promenade, a pebble shoreline and the old church give it a relaxed, local feel.

Fažana is a quiet base for Brijuni, Pula and southern Istria, with campsites and apartments close to the sea.

Where to stay

Accommodation is mostly private apartments and holiday homes, with large campsites on the coast nearby. Stay near the harbour if you want to walk to restaurants and the Brijuni boats.

Getting there and around

Fažana is about 8 km from Pula and 10 km from Pula Airport. Local buses connect it with Pula; boats to Brijuni leave from the harbour.

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