Church of St Euphemia, Rovinj

Where it is & how to get there

• On foot: Climb the cobbled lanes to the top of the old town.
• Tower: Wooden stairs lead to the top of the 60-metre bell tower.
• Dress: Cover shoulders inside the church.

The story of the Church of St Euphemia

The Church of St Euphemia was built in 1736 on the highest point of Rovinj's old town. Its bell tower, about 60 metres tall, was modelled on St Mark's in Venice.

Legend says the stone sarcophagus of St Euphemia washed ashore in Rovinj in 800 AD; it is kept inside the church.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Climb the tower for the view.
• Climb the bell tower for views of the old town and islands.
• Sit on the rocks below the church at sunset.

What's around the Church of St Euphemia

• Grisia StreetArt street leading up to the church.
• Balbi ArchOld town gate.
• Rovinj harbourFishing boats.
• Golden Cape Forest ParkSeaside park.

Questions travellers ask