The Adriatic-Ionian Cycling Route enters Croatia at the Sečovlje/Plovanija border crossing, and the first 5 kilometers follow the route of the popular cycling trail "Parenzana", the former famous narrow-gauge wine railway that connected Trieste and Poreč from 1902 to 1935. The route passes through the idyllic wine-growing landscapes of Savudrija, past the oldest lighthouse on the Adriatic, dating back to 1818, and then through Umag to the picturesque fishing town of Novigrad. South of Novigrad, the route passes through the settlement with the Antenal bridge, at the very confluence of the Mirna River into the Adriatic Sea in the so-called Tar Bay, and continues through the towns of Tar and Vabriga towards Poreč. In Poreč, it is definitely worth visiting the early Christian complex of the Euphrasian Basilica from the 6th century, which is located in the old town core and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. With a pleasant ride along the sea, through the pine and oak forests of the Green Lagoon and the gently hilly area of Funtana adorned with olive groves and vineyards, the route enters Vrsar – an idyllic fishing town perfect for ending the day's journey and finding accommodation.