Savudrija,
an old fishermen's
village and tourist
resort, is the entrance to the riviera of Umag.
This coastal town is situated in the farthest north-western
part of Istria,
Croatia,
8 km north of Umag. One og its main features is the old lighthouse.
Its economy is based on farming. The town was first mentioned
in 1177 and the church of St. John the Apostle already in the
11th century. The present church was restored in 1870, when
aisles were removed.
In the vicinity of the village of Val
Fontana is the Romanesque church of St. Lawrence from 1200,
and in Valica the church of St. Jerome from the 18th century.
Along with exceptional natural resources (easily accessible
rocky coast, clear seawater, pleasant water and air
temperatures in summer), the development of summer holiday
tourism was much facilitated by the rich cultural and
historical heritage of Savudrija and its surroundings.
Visitors may choose between various types of accommodations:
hotel annexes, bungalows, apartments, rooms, campsites. Many
sports and recreational opportunities are offered, both on
the mainland (hiking trails, jogging, cycling, tennis,
football, basketball, handball) and in the sea (swimming,
windsurfing);
panoramic flights by hang gliders are also
offered. There is a wide selection of entertainment
opportunities (summer terraces and discotheques) and
gastronomic offer is exceptionally rich, local cuisine).
Traditional festivities include the folk fiesta dedicated to
St. Mary Magdalene in the village Zambratija (end of July)
and the Savudrija Nights (in August).
