Cycling
A 39.2-kilometre cycling tour leads through Jakići Dolinji and runs as a loop between Kloštar, Kontija and the surrounding Istrian settlements. The route is described as suitable for mountain bikes, electric bicycles and trekking bikes, and has 472 metres of elevation gain. In addition, the named Bergfex mountain bike route “Sveti Lovreč - Jakići Dolinji - Crkva Sv. Margarete Antiohijske - Kras” is listed as 33.71 kilometres long. When planning a stay in Jakići Dolinji, the desire to book a hotel may be the main consideration.
Culture and history
Nearby Sveti Lovreč offers the experience of a preserved medieval fortified town. This includes the Basilica of St. Martin, described as Istria’s best-preserved early Romanesque church, the Gothic Church of St. Blaise, as well as the historic Great Gate and the main square. The tradition of Žive jaslice in Sveti Lovreč originated in 2010, when local residents and friends staged the first Nativity scene.
Dvigrad Castle and the Soardo-Bembo Palace are located in the vicinity of Jakići Dolinji. Sveti Mihovil is near Jakići Dolinji, while Sveti Ivan is located in the surrounding area.
Landscape
Škaraba, Veliki Breg, Otočić Kuvrsada and Otočić Figarola are located in the vicinity of Jakići Dolinji.
Culinary delights
Konoba Jakići is located at Jakići Dolinji 12. Ravioli with pear and Gorgonzola in sage-walnut sauce are described as a speciality of Konoba Jakići. Lamb prepared under the bell is also described there as a speciality.
Surroundings
The unclassified Selina–Jakići Dolinji road is associated with the NPC16 reconstruction project. The registered activities of KK Jakići include the promotion and development of equestrian sports, as well as lessons and training for children and young people.
Further destinations in the area: Stranići Kod Lovreča, Gradina, Vošteni, Kruncici, Medvidići, Heraki, Sveti Lovrec, Knapići.
