TALES FROM BALE-VALLE
A world of stories from our land
Read the news to find out what to do in Bale and the surrounding areas
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Camping Mon Perin: Renovations in 2016
Camping Mon Perin is currently listed as one of the top 15 tourist structures on the Croatian coast.
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Become part of the MON PERIN’s story
Take part in the recapitalisation of the company.
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Mon Perin at the “Innovative Tourism Organisation Methods” convention
The “Innovative Tourism Organisation Methods” convention was held in Piran, Slovenia, on 5 July 2016.
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Mon Perin Agreements
Friday 9th September 2016 was a very important day for Mon Perin! In fact, at our beloved Palazzo Bembo, we signed 8 partnership agreements:
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Mon Perin, equity capital increase and development of new projects
At the end of last week, the Extraordinary Assembly of Mon Perin adopted a decision to increase the Company's equity capital as a prerequisite for further functioning and continuing the Mon Perin’s planned development.
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A small community with big plans
Thanks to a substantial support of the Municipality of Bale Valle and the Mon Perin company, the residents of Bale Valle are entering the new year with great optimism.
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Mon Perin, Bale-Valle’s renaissance
In the early 2000s, Bale-Valle still was an abandoned, underdeveloped and unnoticed village. It had high unemployment and its citizens saw no future for their community.
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The Mon Perin – successful camping story
The "Mon Perin" from Bale-Valle is a successful camping story, which grows year after year, provides excellent service and offers interesting additional services and that is the reason for guests always coming back.
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The project “One plot of land for 1 kuna”
The Mon Perin Foundation is financing the project “One plot of land for 1 kuna”, which will turn the city of Bale-Valle into a new residential location for young families.
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Barbecue by the sea
The sea invokes the smell of delicious food sizzling on a barbecue. The restaurants in Mon Perin offer a breath-taking view of the Adriatic Sea and a mouth-watering menu. You'll be licking your lips!
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Discover Kažuni
Discover what’s hidden inside the kažun, an example of the architectural heritage of Istria.
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Discovering the Soardo-Bembo castle
Impressive and fascinating. The moment you arrive in Bale you will be enraptured by its charms at first glance.
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Among the Churches of the ancient town
Catholicism is clearly visible in Bale-Valle. The churches located in the area are the pride of history, culture, art and religion.
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The Forno Fortress
A landmark building worth visiting throughout its length and breadth, a testimony of the past whose beauty and magnitude will render you speechless. That’s the Forno Fort.
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Athletic activity and relaxation: visits to the gym and sauna baths at Bale
Most people would say it's a good idea. Relaxing after a stressful day at work is often a necessity and can become a consolidated ritual. Nowadays it's not so difficult to engage in these activities as there are wellness centres everywhere.
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Diving in the hidden coves
If you’re mad about diving, during your holiday in Mon Perin you can dive into the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea and explore its hidden coves. The perfect destination for snorkelling and diving.
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Sports lovers on holiday enjoying the beach and the sea
A Mon Perin holiday is perfect also for those who want to continue exercising and staying fit. Regenerate with the activities on playgrounds, courses and experiences in close contact with nature.
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Dog Agility
At the Camping Mon Perin there is an area exclusively dedicated to your four-legged friends. It’s an area where they are free to run in full safety and where they can put themselves to the test through an obstacle course designed exclusively for them.
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The town’s past is revived in the luxury concept of the dispersed hotel
The concept of a dispersed hotel with luxurious lodgings is a unique model for introducing the guests who stay there to the past of a town which has been conserved exceptionally well.
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Fashion Event in Bale-Valle organized by Schwarzkopf
THE BIGGEST HAIR SHOW IN THE REGION.
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Mon Perin is an example of what we are striving for “value for money“
Croatian Minister of Tourism visits Bale-Valle's successful Mon Perin company and campsite, Cappelli: "Mon Perin" is an example of what we are striving for - "value for money“
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Bale-Valle’s Scattered hotel
Students from Zagreb and Ljubljana Universities came to Bale-Valle to present their projects on the most appropriate ways to bring to life the concept of “scattered hotel” in our small but ancient village.
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A letter to the Shareholders of Mon Perin
This week, the President of the Supervisory Board of Mon Perin, Plinio Cuccurin sent a letter to all the Mon Perin's Shareholders.
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The Mon Perin project that changed once among the poorest municipalities of Istria
The Mon Perin company is one of the pioneers of the social entrepreneurship business philosophy and practice at national level.
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The Wine, Oil and Cheese Road
Discovering the truly unique flavours of Istria from natural ingredients that deliver timeless quality. A stroll through the streets of Bale reveals the most wonderful scents that, coupled with a warm welcome, leave a lasting impression. So, enjoy your walk and the special products and fragrances.
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Fresh Market
On a Mon Perin holiday you have the possibility to taste the fruits of the Bale’s earth. The Fresh Market stands for sharing and genuineness.
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Visit the heart of the Istrian agricultural production area
A variety of olive oils and wines make a perfect accompaniment to the pleasures of the table which will get your taste buds tingling the very moment you taste them. Istria is a land crammed with agricultural treasures to discover and enjoy.
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Aperi Bale Valle: aperitif in the town courtyards
The town is not enormous but visiting it becomes something of a challenge, as charged full of emotions, you observe details, go up and down the stairs of Castle Soardo Bembo, slip into the crypt, take more stairs and arrive at the church through the tunnel of the sacristy.
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The mermaid of the Adriatic.
Istria is a peninsula in Croatia with a 445 kilometre-long coast and numerous islands worth exploring across their length and breadth. A holiday in Mon Perin offers a perfect opportunity to succumb to the charms of the mermaid of the Adriatic.
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The era of Paleo Park has begun
A magical place developed out of an archaeological site. A themed water park and an educational facility, all in one! It has already won the hearts of many schools, parents and their kids. Here's what makes it so special.
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Dinosaurs living at Paleo Park
The creatures that dominated the earth more than hundred million years ago are brought back to life at Paleo Park following a unique discovery.
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Horseback ride among the ancient farmsteads of Istria
Those who decide to spend a holiday at Bale-Valle means they will be choosing an unconventional tourist destination, steeped in history and nature.
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Among the farmsteads by bicycle
A bike ride among the scents of nature and through the history of a territory that knows how to fascinate you with its riches.
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Open-Air Cinema under the stars in Istria
An initiative with a growing audience taking place every summer. For those who come here on holiday it’s almost like living in a movie.
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The trekking season
Fancy a healthy walk and picture-postcard views? Istria provides lots of hidden treasures to discover step by step.
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The era of Paleo Park has begun
A magical place developed out of an archaeological site. A themed water park and an educational facility, all in one! It has already won the hearts of many schools, parents and their kids. Here's what makes it so special.
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Dream holiday accommodation located a stone’s throw from the sea
The Mon Perin holiday accommodation offers a perfect balance between nature and comfort, each with a splendid view of the open sea. All you need to do is choose the right one for you among holiday cabins, bungalows or camping pitches.
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A campsite nestled along the coastline in an unspoilt natural environment
Mon Perin is the catalyst of the rebirth of the local area. A shared project of the town and its residents, clearly visible from the moment you walk through its Camping.
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Independent villas integrated into the Mediterranean scrub
Choose to holiday in an independent Villa which blends perfectly with its natural surroundings.
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Secret gardens: hidden corners among history and culture
Bale Valle is a land of history, culture, art and poetry in the town on the rocks, and in its hidden corners.
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Villas in the historical centre of Bale Valle
Luxurious villas in the historical centre of Bale?! A question or a statement? A statement!
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Pitches by the sea
Pitches beside the sea are an ideal solution for those who love camping, be it in a tent, a motorhome or a caravan.
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An aromatic way of life
Meticulous studies of the territory reveal the presence of more than 600 plant species, among which, on account of their strong visual impact, one cannot avoid noticing the wild orchids, which are carefully protected by regulations in force.
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Find a butterfly
Bale Valle is home to more than three hundred butterfly species, magnificent like the graceful movement that characterises them.
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Birdwatching wetlands
When walking through the wetlands you’ll probably come across a birdwatching hide, a privileged place of concealment for observing rare and endangered species. These wetlands are 5 km away from the Mon Perin campsite.
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The Crypt Moment: the Lapidarium
Do not miss out on the opportunity to visit the lapidarium of the parish church dedicated to the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary to St. Elizabeth in Bale Valle.
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The Past, The Present, The Future of Mon Perin
Three videos will describe the story of Mon Perin. The Bale Valle municipality, with its 9.5 km of untouched coastline, is one of the most picturesque medieval small towns in the region, and was long considered a peripheral town due to the domination of two neighbouring tourist destinations (Rovinj and Pula), which placed Bale Valle in an unfavourable position.
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The typical flavours of a town
The sea, nature, traditional fragrances, opaque colours, intense aromas and silence ... Istria is a fascinating place and you will certainly be tempted by the local cuisine.
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Boulevard World Genius
With the project "Boulevard World Genius" Mon Perin aims to connect the camp site at the coast with the town of Bale Valle a few kilometers inland and pay tribute to those great minds who have shaped our past and present and will undoubtedly leave their mark in times to come.
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Discovering the 7 Austro-Hungarian fortification in Istria
The Fortified Group Barbariga in Istria was part of a complex defensive system of the Austro-Hungarian Stronghold of Pula and, like most of its fortresses, subordinate to the logical hierarchy in the defence of the region.
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A holiday that stays true to itselfs
Our dear guest Ivan Č. from Zagreb, Croatia wrote on his blog an article about the actual covid-19 situation and how the tourism and its destinations were influenced. Enjoy your reading!
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Traditions and modern design
An ancient scenario but with a modern heart: at Bale Valle a traditional setting is enlivened by innovation and design.
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Oil mills and presses situated along unusual routes
Enjoy an excursion during which you will be able to visit old mills with traditional grindstones; centuries-old oil mills now co-exist with modern processing plants that fully respect the environment.
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What is Mon Perin?
The company Mon Perin d.o.o. is a tourist company established in 2005 in Bale Valle with a unique management model for this type of business. The original proposal, which today is a reality, was to create a company whose founders would be the inhabitants of Bale Valle, the “friends of Bale”, the Bale Valle municipality, and all those interested in the development of this region.