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BASIC INFORMATION AND LOCATION

In the eastern part of Istria, on a hill above the settlement of Rabac, lies the town of Labin. In Croatia, it is accessible from the direction of Zagreb or from the direction of Dalmatia via the Adriatic Highway. Arrivals from central Europe go via the highway to Villach in Austria and then via Ljubljana, and from the western The easiest way to get to Labin from other parts of Europe is by motorway via Venice or Udine to Trieste. The nearest train stations are Rijeka and Pazin, and for air travel there is a choice between Rijeka Airport and Pula Airport. Since Labin is about three kilometres from the sea, the boat traffic is more connected to the nearby settlement of Rabac.

CULTURE, HISTORY AND ATTRACTIONS

Labin was first mentioned under the name "Albona" in the 2nd century BC. Under Roman rule it had the status of a municipium, and during the Middle Ages it was ruled by Venice and later by Austria. On the main town square you can see the perfectly preserved "loggia" from 16th century with the main city gate of St. Flora. The Baroque palace of the Battiala-Lazzarini family today houses the Labin National Museum, which contains very valuable collections. It should be especially noted that Labin was once an important mining town and an episode of the Labin Republic, a short-lived self-government of miners as The resistance to Italian rule during 1921 is a rare example of opposition to fascist rule in Europe. The Labin National Museum therefore offers a miniature mine in its underground as a display of the town's industrial heritage.

BEACHES

In the nearby surroundings of Labin, there are several beaches worthy of attention. The largest beach of the so-called "Labinštine" is Vela Đirina, which offers many tourist attractions. Other beaches are Mala Đirina, Prižinja, Golubijera, and Šeničina, which will be ideal for those who want to enjoy silence surrounded by a pine forest.

OTHER CONTENT

Labin has a very rich gastronomic offer that can be tried in the restaurants Kvarner, Markus, Velo Kafe, Ferali or Due Fratelli. The tradition of winemaking in the Labin region dates back to the 19th century, so a tour of the Labin region wine road, where several wine festivals take place throughout the year, is not to be missed. wine festival. Music and art lovers can enjoy the Labin Art Republic and Labin Jazz Republic festivals during the summer. Entertainment will be provided by the nightclubs Night Rose, Spider, Zeus, Placa or the bars Bounty, Downtown, Mozart and Empire. Rabac Summer Festival during August near Labin brings world-class names to the club scene.

SPORT

Labin offers playgrounds for sports such as basketball, football and volleyball. The nearby village of Skitača offers a beautiful view of the Kvarner Bay and is a place for hiking, walking and mountain biking. The Days of the Labin Republic and the Days of the City of Labin are events during which competitions in many sports and activities take place. The nearby town of Ravni is synonymous with surfing and diving.

WHAT TO DO – EXCURSION OPPORTUNITIES

In addition to the nearby settlement of Skitača, there is also the Labin-Rabac-Prklog hiking trail, which can be a great place for a nature trip and walk. Near Labin is the Učka Nature Park, while the Brijuni National Park can be reached very quickly.

ACCOMMODATION
In Labin, the Peteani Hotel stands out with its excellent offer, while other forms of accommodation are related to guesthouses and private apartments, of which there are many. Marina Camping Resort is a beautiful campsite located near Labin and offers additional accommodation in mobile homes and the so-called "Premium camping" "homes" with very rich content.