Markovac: Hotels and Accommodations

Markovac is situated on a gentle hill at the end of the Kaštelir–Višnjan road; from there, views extend across large parts of northern Poreština toward the sea. Those looking to book a hotel in Markovac can continue their accommodation search afterward.

Wine

Traditional agriculture in Markovac includes, in particular, winegrowing. Poletti has been cultivating wine here since 1842. Poletti’s vineyards lie on deep, red Istrian soil, cover seven hectares, and include seven grape varieties.

Vina BERNOBIĆ states that its winemaking history in Markovac began in 1898. The wines listed by Vina BERNOBIĆ include traditional macerated Malvasia, Teran, and Refošk. Guided tastings are associated with the Poletti winery.

Culture

Markovac has a Gothic chapel dedicated to Saint Helena and Saint Agatha, dating back to the 14th century. The Chapel of Saint Helena of the Cross in Markovac was restored in 1876. It has a bell gable with a bell.

The Chapel of Saint Helena of the Cross contains a masonry altar with a wooden retable and figures of Saint Helena, Saint Agatha, and Saint Anthony. Religious gatherings at the Chapel of Saint Helena are described as taking place three times a year.

Routes

The Istrian Wine trail (156) is a cycling tour that passes through Markovac. Official cycling route 104, “On the Edges of Poreč,” passes through Markovac.

More local pages: Anžići, Gambetići, Radoši kod Višnjana, Bačva, Strpačići, Rapavel, Sinožići, Žikovići.

To the higher-level travel overview: Općina Višnjan.