I guess I am the only guy who got quadriceps inflammation from riding a Segway. Don’t even ask! Let’s get to the story.
The oldest, the longest, and the best race track in all Istria, Motodrom Porec is located halfway between Porec and Tar. It’s been one of the most popular Porec attractions for adrenaline-addicts since 1999.
We visited karting Porec for the first time back in 2005, but haven’t been there ever since. However, last week it was time to return to this exciting place. And all I can say is WOW!
Motodrom is as great as always, but this place grew in size and offer to become one of the top sites in Porec for outdoor activities.
The owner, Damir, is a man with the vision. He pursued his dream of building this place when nobody really believed in him, and money was scarce. If you get a chance, talk to him. He definitely has few stories to tell.
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Motodrom Porec Facilities
Motodrom in Porec is a great place to spend a day or a couple of hours for anybody in search of heart-pumping or high-octane activities.
The array of activities on offer suits all ages, from 4-year olds to adults, and all experience levels, from beginners to skilled racers.
Karting Porec
A circuit is 1500 m long and 7 m wide. You can choose between karts with 9 hp (270 ccm) and karts with 13 hp (390 ccm); some of them developing speed up to 75 km per hour. You can also choose between a single, or double kart. For safety reasons, double seaters aren’t allowed on the circuit at the same time as single-seater karts.
Children go-kart circuit
Similar to the real kart experience but intended to small children, the race track is shorter, and karts are slower with less horsepower.
Cross-kart
On a specially designed cross-track, you can experience a cross-kart ride in a 13 hp (390 ccm) or 20 hp (620 ccm) karts. The track is watered before the race, so you get plenty of mud for a fun ride. They provide you with a paper overall, so you don’t make yourself dirty.
Quad rides
You can try your hand at quad rides either on the polygon or through two specially designed routes: a coastal route and an inland route.
Segway
You can also test your skills at an off-road Segway ride. Segway rides are organized on a small polygon with a couple of obstacles. And if you think it’s totally easy, just try to climb up with a Segway.
Paintball / Laser Tag / Airsoft
Two fields and three war games: paintball, laser tag, and airsoft.
Although a little bit less exciting than paintball, laser tag is still a fun game to play, and also much safer. Equipment includes an infrared-sensitive helmet and an infrared-emitting phaser. The field is relatively small. A maximum of ten players can play at the same time.
The paintball field is 4.000 m2 big and laid in a natural environment. Evening and night games are especially popular as the field is lighted.
Airsoft is similar to paintball; the main difference being that the players use replica firearms shooting round non-metallic pellets. It’s played on the same field as paintball.
Adventure Park Sky Fox
A new attraction at the Motodrom, the adventure park has been open in May 2015.
The park has 34 different attractions; short and long courses. The short course can be finished in 10-15 minutes (if you are in a good physical condition), and a long course in 15 to 20 minutes). On arrival, you get safety gear, and instructions.
Horseback ride
Although, technically, not a part of Motodrom, the horseback riding center Jelena, is located at the same spot as the Motodrom. So if you feel like testing your skills on riding a horse, you’ll be able to do it here.
Other onsite facilities
- Caffe bar with a terrace overlooking a kart circuit
- toilets
- large fireplace in the shadow with tables & benches for eating
- a veggies garden
Prices
| Activity | Rates |
|---|---|
| Single 9 HP go-kart (10 min) | 110 Kn | 15 € | 17 $ | 13 £ |
| Single 13 HP go-kart (10 min) | 140 Kn | 19 € | 21 $ | 17 £ |
| Single 17 HP go-kart (10 min) | 160 Kn | 21 € | 23 $ | 19 £ |
| Double go-kart (10 min) | 130 Kn | 17 € | 19 $ | 15 £ |
| Kid’s go-kart (10 min) | 60 Kn | 8 € | 9 $ | 7 £ |
| Single 13 HP cross-cart (10 min) | 140 Kn | 19 € | 21 $ | 17 £ |
| Double 20 HP cross-cart (10 min) | 170 Kn | 23 € | 25 $ | 21 £ |
| Kid’s cross-kart (10 min) | 60 Kn | 8 € | 9 $ | 7 £ |
| Quad polygon ride (10 min) | 120 Kn | 16 € | 18 $ | 14 £ |
| Quad off-road guided tour (60 min) | 400 Kn | 53 € | 59 $ | 48 £ |
| Paintball team play – 100 balls | 150 Kn | 20 € | 22 $ | 18 £ |
| Adventure Park GOLD (14+) | 220 Kn | 29 € | 32 $ | 26 £ |
| Adventure Park ORANGE (12+) | 150 Kn | 20 € | 22 $ | 18 £ |
| Adventure Park SKYLINE (12+) | 100 Kn | 13 € | 15 $ | 11 £ |
| Adventure Park KIDS (4-10) | 120 Kn | 16 € | 18 $ | 14 £ |
*Rates listed above were checked in June 2020.
Useful info
- If you are a large group, you can arrange a private BBQ dinner at the Motodrom. It usually costs 150 Kn per person, with all-you-can-eat formula.
- Before wearing a helmet at any of the activities, you’ll be handed a cotton mask and requested to wear it beneath. We find this extremely hygienic, as masks are washed regularly.
- Rush hour, from June through August, is at night time, as during the day it’s usually too hot. If you don’t mind the heat, but hate queues, daytime is the best time to visit the Motodrom.
- The guys from the Motodrome grow their own veggies. They’ve discovered an underground water source, and use water to naturally grow all kinds of vegetables and fruits. Ask for it, and if lucky they’ll let you bring home dinner.
- Motodrom is open a year-round, but off-season (October to May) it works by appointment only. Call in advance to arrange a visit.
Location and contacts
Contacts| a: no actual address, but it’s easy to find as it’s located on the main road from Porec to Tar, and Novigrad | t:+385 98 290 721 | e: damir.mekis@gmail.com
All photos are courtesy of Motodrom Porec.
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Further reading
- Learn all Porec essentials with our Porec Travel Guide.
- Plan your activities in Porec with our detailed guide to things to do in Porec. Or check our list of things to see in Porec.
- If you plan to stay in Porec, consider renting our villa or apartment rental. Or check a list of recommended accommodation in Porec.
- Find out where to eat in Porec with our post on the best restaurants in Porec.
- Detailed info on Porec beaches you’ll find here.
- A list of Porec bars and clubs.
- Staying in Porec for a day or two? Here is our post on how to spend 48 hours in Porec.
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