Umag lives for sport and sport lives in Umag in all seasons

This is especially true for tennis and ATP Croatia Open tournaments. In 2018, Umag was declared the European City of Sport, since it is also known as a preparatory destination for top sports teams from the world of football and basketball.

Rich offer of sports activities, tennis, golf, football, Nordic walking, running, diving, beach volleyball, riding horses, etc. or just endless walks by the sea. You will be enthusiastic about the cycling paths in this part of Istria, since they are a real treat.  

If you like to run or walk, we recommend you to discover a part of the coast on one of the most impressive routes in north-western Istria. A level path, a combination of asphalt, macadam and soil, runs along the sea in the direction of Savudrija or Umag. Your starting point will be Zambratija, the Apartment House Gvarda is located in the middle of the route. During the warmer months of the year, from May to October, you can stop at one of the beaches and refresh yourself with swimming. Muscle relaxation and satisfaction are guaranteed. In addition, the Umag coast offers countless small bistros, bars, confectioneries, restaurants.

In Istria, there are more than 500 km of biking trails available. The most famous is the Parenzana path which is ideal for discovering the beauties of Istria, forests, streams, Istrian inns, wine cellars, ancient ruins.

We will equip you with all the necessary information to experience Istria in a different way in all seasons.

Distance of the Apartment House Gvarda from sports facilities:

• Beach: 300 m
• Beach volley: 250 m
• Katoro Sports Centre: 15 minutes of slow walk (tennis, mini golf, boat rental, swimming pools, etc.)
• Tennis courts ATP stadium: 5 minutes by car
• Horse-back riding: 5 minutes by car
• Golf course: 10 minutes by car