The olive oil and its tree are the symbol of the Mediterranean and In Istria theese tree has given much since ancient times
What to expect
Why Istrian olive oil is considered for one of the best in the world
The olive oil and its tree are the symbol of the Mediterranean. We could also say that the Mediterranean is where olives grow. In Istria the tree has given much since ancient times; food, medicine, fuel and material for the production of different objects. For thousands of years it has been central to Istrian lives.
The House of Istrian olive oil located in the center of Pula
It tells the story of olive growing in Istria through history to the present day. Visiting the museum, you can discover why Istrian olive oil was highly valued by the ancient Romans and how it was produced; what happened to olive oil production during the Middle Ages, how oil was produced by our ancestors and how it is produced today and finally, what are the secrets of creating an extra virgin olive oil of premium quality.Every visit includes an oil tasting led by a trained person
You will learn why Istrian olive oil is considered for one of the best in the world. You can try oils from different Istrian producers, taste different varietal oils and blends. Now in one place, person can buy Croatian – Istrian olive oil. We offer best Istrian extra virgin olive oil for sale from over 25 producers:Oio Vivo,Brist,Chiavalon, Olea bb – Belic family, Meloto, Olea Prima, Salvela, Negri, Dolija, Mate, Balija, Ipšaand many other olive oils.The price includes theaudio-guide in 12 languages. For our youngest visitors they have arranged akids corner, so parents can enjoy their tasting of top-quality Istrian olive oils having the children entertained.
