Žikovići: Apartments and Holiday Homes

The stone houses of Žikovići are surrounded by greenery. Near Višnjan lies the Tičan Observatory Complex, a destination for people interested in stars and science. At the summer solstice, the Astrofesta festival takes place there, featuring stargazing.

During a stay in Žikovići, the desire to rent an apartment may take center stage.

Cycling

A 4.1-kilometer section of cycling infrastructure connects Kosinožići and Žikovići. The family-oriented Zvjezdana circular cycling route starts and ends in Višnjan and leads through forests, vineyards, the bauxite quarries of Dubrava, the Tičan Observatory, and lavender fields near Deklevi.

The Staza sv. Maura passes through Žikovići and is classified as an easy cycling tour. Continuing from Višnjan, the St Mauro Trail runs through Bačva, Žikovići, Vežnaveri, and Kosinožići before heading back toward Poreč. It is considered an easy route with 38 kilometers of asphalt and 3 kilometers of macadam.

Landscape and Culture

Along the Parenzana, yellow signs describe historic viaducts, tunnels, and railway stations. The Parenzana is considered a 48-kilometer asphalt cycling route and passes through Žikovići. The section running through Žikovići is also connected with the vineyards and olive groves characteristic of the wider Istrian corridor.

Local Cuisine

The households of Žikovići grow olives. Fish is part of the cuisine described for Žikovići, while homemade pljukanci are associated with the village. Špaleta is considered a traditional specialty of the area around Višnjan, including Žikovići. Malvazija is also associated with Žikovići and the wider area around Višnjan.

More local pages: Strpačići, Fabci, Zoričići, Vranići kod Višnjana, Rapavel, Ženodraga, Barat, Radovani

To the broader travel overview: Općina Višnjan.