This coastal town on Croatia's Istrian peninsula has a 10-kilometer shoreline with white pebble beaches and clear waters. Popular among swimmers and windsurfers in summer.
Medulin sits on the southern tip of Croatia's Istrian peninsula, where 6,500 residents live in this former fishing village. Walk along the one-kilometer sandy stretch of Bijeca Beach, explore Roman villa ruins with intact floor mosaics at Vizula Peninsula, or watch dolphins swim in the Adriatic Sea. The coastal cycling route 315 winds past beaches and coves, while restaurants like Salt & Pepper serve locally-caught sea bass and octopus dishes.
Getting to Medulin
You can reach Medulin by bus from Pula, with services running every 40 minutes during peak season. The journey takes about 40 minutes, and buses run less frequently on weekends and holidays. If you're arriving by air, Pula International Airport is 10 kilometers away.
Beaches in Medulin
Bijeca Beach extends for one kilometer along the coast, with water depths of 1-1.5 meters making it safe for children. Rent sun loungers for 50 kuna per day and play on the three volleyball courts. At Skrape Beach, locals swim from the rocky shoreline into deeper waters. Belvedere Beach stretches 500 meters with modern facilities including hot showers, free Wi-Fi, and lifeguards on duty from 9:00 to 19:00.
Water Activities and Sports
Rent kayaks and windsurfing equipment at Acqua Life center from May through September, when morning winds average 10-15 knots. The center runs guided jet ski tours around the bay. Local diving schools take advantage of 20-meter visibility to explore underwater caves and World War II wreck sites.
Cycling and Walking Routes
Cycle the 315 coastal route, which follows the shoreline for 25 kilometers past beaches and archaeological sites. The 5-kilometer Donji Kamenjak Biodiversity Trail starts in Premantura village and passes through meadows with 30 species of orchids. Rent bikes from €15 per day at shops like Bike Point in the town center.
Food and Local Restaurants
Salt & Pepper restaurant on Sad 138 specializes in grilled sea bass and black cuttlefish risotto. Watch fishing boats return to harbor while dining at Octopus restaurant on Funcana, known for its brodetto fish stew. Many restaurants serve Istrian specialties like fuži pasta with black truffles, paired with red Teran or white Malvazija wines from nearby vineyards.
Practical Information
Buy groceries and supplies at the Plodine supermarket on the town outskirts or the smaller Konzum store in the center. Find medications at the Kozmo pharmacy, open Monday to Saturday 8:00-20:00. ATMs from major banks line the main street. Book accommodation at least two months ahead for July and August visits, when tourist numbers triple the local population.
