How to reach Banki Campsite? We are located in a small Istrian village of Banki, near the village of Tinjan. The easiest way to reach us is by taking the Baderna exit on the A8 motorway, and then continuing along the D48 state road towards Tinjan and taking a turn towards the village of Butori.It takes less than 3 hours by car from Zagreb, or around 4 or 5 hours from Zadar, Split or Osijek. From Ljubljana or Trieste, you can reach us in less than 2 hours. We are 40 minutes away from the airport in Pula and a little over an hour away from the airport on Krk Island. Despite being located in a small Istrian village, we are remarkably easy and quick to reach, preferably by road so that you can explore the Istrian landscape in your car or campervan.

When to visit Banki Campsite? Summer is the most appealing because of the warm temperatures, but central Istria is magical at any time of the year. If you love warm weather, summer is the ideal choice to enjoy the nature surrounding the campsite, and the nearest beaches are just a short 20-minute drive away. Those looking for an active holiday will find the numerous hiking and biking trails most memorable during spring and autumn when nature shows its true colours, while in the winter, the campsite is closed as we join nature in its winter sleep, and rest and prepare for the coming season.

What can I experience in central Istria? Banki Campsite is located in the village of Banki, near the village of Tinjan known for its long-standing tradition of making Istrian prosciutto and dried meat delicacies. If it suits your dietary habits, we recommend you visit the local prosciutto makers for a tasting tour that you are sure to remember for years to come. Besides the gastronomic delicacies, Tinjan, as well as the entire central Istria, is full of beautiful protected cultural heritage, medieval hilltop towns and natural beauty that you can explore in many different ways. The impressive nature of central Istria can be explored through adventurous activities such as the Pazin zip line over the most famous cave in central Istria.

What gastronomic specialities does central Istria offer? In central Istria, you can taste exquisite dishes made from the meat of Istrian cattle or “Boškarin”. Make sure to try:

• Maneštra – a minestrone soup made with meat and seasonal vegetables,
• Fuži or pljukanci pasta with a real truffle sauce,
• Local Istrian pasta, and
• Dishes under the Istrian baking bell known as “čripnja”.

The traditional specialities are made with healthy ingredients sourced from local producers.Also, don’t miss the tasting tours where you can try prosciutto and dried meat products, delicious cheeses, olive oil, and award-winning wines, honey and honey products. None of this fits your dietary habits? Don’t worry, many local producers and family-owned farms offer a wide range of organically grown fruits and vegetables to fit everyone’s needs.

Tinjan and the surrounding area

You can visit and explore the charming village of Tinjan near Banki Campsite on a short, but pleasant walk. Start your tour from the viewpoint offering an impressive view of the Tinjan Valley which forms a part of the 40 km-long Lim Valley, the longest of its kind in Croatia. The historical centre of Tinjan is dominated by the well-preserved Church of St Simon and Judas Thaddeus, and in its vicinity, you can visit the Enriko Depiera Regional Collection showcasing thousands of important artefacts from the Tinjan history.

Round off your trip with a tasting tour and visit a local wine, prosciutto or cheesemaker, but make sure to let the owners know in advance so that they can properly welcome you and be your guides along the way.

How to explore the nature of Tinjan and the surrounding area? Hiking enthusiasts can explore the numerous well-marked hiking and biking trails that will help them get to know the special features of the region: the Istrian dry wall phenomenon and the Tinjan ponds. Not far from Tinjan, make sure to visit Kringa, a place best known for the legend of Istrian vampire Jure Grando, and walk along the hiking trail that bears his name. For a family day out full of adventure, head to the Kringa Adventure Park in the village of Kmačići!

Still have questions? We will be more than happy to answer them! Contact us at sales@istrian-village-banki.hr and we will get back to you as soon as possible.