Labin in Istria

Labin is a medieval town situated on the hill above the town Rabac. It is consisted of three parts: the old town Labin, the suburb Podlabin, and the holiday resort Rabac at the sea level. Labin is an ideal starting point for trips to the Istrian surroundings and for Rabac. Here you will find various facilities, historical and cultural monuments that are worth visiting. Down at sea you can enjoy in all kind of leisure facilities.
Its old name Albona firstly was mentioned in the year 285 B.C. and it is a birthplace of Matthias Flacius Illyricus, the reformer and collaborator of Martin Luther King. The rich cultural and architectural heritage of Labin is enliven in every step of this magnificent town.

Here is Labin in Istria located

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How to get to Labin in Istria

Map of Labin

Coming from Podlabin, you drive in the direction for Labin/Rabac and you arrive at the road junction. Driving further you will arrive to the Rabac. Driving up hill you arrive in the old town Labin.

City map of Labin in Istria

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Picture gallery for Labin in Istria

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  Map of Labin

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  View to old Labin

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  Impressions by night

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  Close lane in Oldtown

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  Lane in Oldtown

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  Backyard in Oldtown with cistern

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  Entrance of a residential house in Oldtown

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  Market hall in Podlabin

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  View to Rabac and Kvarner sea

Insight into history of Labin in Istria

The name Albona or Alvona is the Illyrian-Celtic origin and the town is formed in the 4th century B.C. Today there are many foundation places from the early Stone and Bronze Age. In the year 177 B.C. Labin was under the Roman rule. The oldest written document of the city is the stone inscription RES REPUBLICA ALBONESSIUM which originates from the Roman time, from 3rd century. After the Roman governance Labin was under many types of governance like Ostrogoth, Byzantines, Langobards, again Byzantines and finally Francs. From the 902 B.C. until the year 1207 B.C. Labin was a part of the German governance. After, the town was under the Venetian Republic rule. About 400 years of Venetian rule, gave Labin economic growth but also the historical and cultural significance present and important till today. In the 19th century began the time of more quality growth of economy and trade. After many year and colonial changes, Labin finally within the entire Istria became a part of Croatia.

What to see in Labin in Istria

The picturesque medieval town with a beautiful Venetian Gothic church of Blessed Mary’s Birth has Gothic rose window and other objects from that time. Within the Renaissance castles and Baroque palaces, pictorial buildings and historical streets Labin is the still living historical city which has preserved all its treasures.

Old town
In the old town, at the top is settled the Tito’s piazza providing outstanding view. There you will find bars and restaurants. The entrance to the old town is the gate of St. Florus with the old Labin’s coat of arms and the Venetian lion from the year 1589. Battiala Lazzarini palace is the baroque palace of the family Battiala Lazzarini from that 18th century which is today the public museum. On the ground floor has settled the Lapidary with Roman remains, like gravestones, inscriptions and Amphorae. On the first floor are settled artistic pieces and are held some exhibitions. The town treasures the renaissance palace of family Scampicchio which now represents the valuable historical notability.

Church of Blessed Virgin Mary
The church arises at the beginning of 15th century and was made in the Gothic style but in the 16th century was fully restored. The front of the church is decorated with the bust of Senator Antonio Bollani who had an important role in the history. Inside are settled the amazing paintings of various Venetian artists, the marble altars from 17th century and the relict of St. Justus from 17th century. The most valuable painting is probably the altar piece of Mother God of Karmel made by Jacopo Negriti.

The bell tower Venetians is 35 meters high and made in the year 1623 and provides the amazing panorama view on the entire Labin area.

Places of excursions near Labin in Istria

The town is not far from the nice sea resort Rabac.

• Pula, Pazin, Lovran and Opatija.
• Barban, Plomin visit the surrounding area of these places and explore the surroundings. They are placed above the most beautiful bays in Istria, Gračišće, Skitača, Šumber, Kršan, Pićan, Sveta Marina, Trget, Ravni, Drenje, Sveta Marina
• Koromačno

If you want to spent an active vacation here you will find suitable beaches, coves, bays and surrounded with the Mediterranean vegetation.

Accommodations in Labin in Istria

Hotels in Labin in Istria

Camping in Labin in Istria

• Camping Sveta Marina Labin
• Camping Tunarica Koromacno-Labin

Private accommodations in Labin in Istria

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Weather in Labin in Istria

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Climate in Labin in Istria

Sports & leisure time in Labin in Istria

In Ravni are ideal conditions for windsurfing and diving, offering specialized schools and programs for everyone. The most suitable winds are in the spring and in the autumn.

• “MZ” Diving center, Ulica 1. Negri 3, Labin, [ 1 ], E-Mail

What to eat in Labin in Istria

In Labin you can try the famous Istrian traditional meal called Manestra which is made of home made beans, corns and sausages and is served with the home baked bread and home wine. This traditional meal is served in every Istrian tavern, restaurant and hotel representing one of the Istrian trade marks known world-wide.

• There is one nice restaurant Villa Calussovo in Ripenda Kras where you can try some authentic Istrian specialties.

Restaurant Villa Calussovo

Villa Calussovo

Romantic Country restaurant in Labin-Rabac “VILLA CALUSSOVO”

Traditional Istrian cuisine with an amazing view in a beautiful environment. On
Friday and Tuesday evenings you can find a traditional live music.

Here you can enjoy in the middle of the greens, only 3.5 km from Rabac – but you are
in the middle of the green on a beautiful estate, where the kitchen offers all specialties
that Istria is known for.

Warm family business.

Directions:

From Labin go towards Rabac and after 800m in the first curve after “Ripenda”
turn left high, straight and follow the signs for “Calussovo”.

Wellcome!!!

Beaches in Labin in Istria

Along the coast up to Ravni, you will find wonderful, lonely and mysterious beaches, bays, rocky places and coves. Most places are hidden and are hardly to access but they are for everyone who prefer the adrenalin vacation; this is an ideal holiday place.

Blue flag beaches in the region Labin – Rabac:

• The beach Girandella sandy and rocky beach, approx. 2 km from the local center.
• The beach Lanterna rocky beach, approx. 1 km from the local center
• The beach Maslinica public gravel/sandy beach, which is also used by guests of the surrounding hotels.

Nightlife and entertainment in Labin in Istria

• Disco Zeus: in Podlabin at the bus station
• Velo Kafe: In the morning you can drink your morning coffee there, while in the evening you can enjoy the lounge music and fresh cocktails.

You can also visit Pula or even Opatija.
In every way you will have wonderful and amusing moments.

Cultural arrangements in Labin in Istria

• In the middle of July a large folklore celebration is organized in Labin and it is celebrated with traditional dance and music.
• Labin Republic festival: From the end of June till the end of August takes place in the old town streets, picturesque places, and historical buildings. During the festival many artists expose their work like: painters, sculptors, live actors, singers, musicians, rebels, dancers, performers all gathered on the town’s main piazza.

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