Hum is a tiny walled hilltop town in inland Istria, near Buzet, with only a few dozen residents. It is often called the smallest town in the world.
Why visit
Pass through the copper town gate, see the church and the small museum, and taste biska, the local mistletoe brandy. The whole town can be walked in a few minutes.
The Glagolitic Alley, a road lined with stone monuments to the old Croatian script, runs between Hum and Roč, and the area is popular for cycling and truffle hunting.
Where to stay
Stay in nearby Roč, Buzet or in agritourism farms around the Mirna valley.
Getting there and around
Hum is about 15 minutes by car from Buzet and an hour from Rovinj. There is no regular public transport, so a car is needed.
Parking
There is a small car park below the town walls.
Day trips
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hum really the smallest town in the world?
It is called that because it kept its town status and walls despite having very few residents.
What is biska?
A local brandy flavoured with mistletoe, a speciality of the Hum area.