We had decided to try the Parenzana, a rail trail, which we did but bailed out because it was too rough and wet, only really suitable for mountain bikes.
After a nice fast flat ride along the valley we headed for Groznjan, a road that included one of our steepest climbs ever, perhaps 20% for a section. Groznjan is another Tuscan-like hilltop village with a focus on artists and art galleries.
After a look around we continued towards Momjan. The weather improved and we spent some time photographing the many varieties of roadside wildflowers.
We arrived in Momjan and had a very enjoyable lunch (fuzi mit hen, fluffy omelette, Malvasia white wine) before finding our Warmshowers hosts, Michael and Marijana, who are keen cyclists and lovely people. They have 21 bicycles, including 8 tandems, some of which they use for riding with the blind.
We also met Michael and Marijana's friend Ian, and we spent a very enjoyable and interesting evening. Thank you for hosting us & for your lovely cooking Marijana. We would love to see you in Oz.
Michael and Marijana are in the process of establishing a hostel for cyclists, with fantastic views of the Istrian hills, the Adriatic and, on a clear day, the snow capped Alps in the distance.
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