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Bale is a small stone town located between the hills Monleme, Sokol, Škvačota and Veli Majan, Mali Majan, Pižanovac...SEE SIGHTS
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 |    Stari grad 45.041053, 013.786491 (45°02'27.8"N, 013°47'11.4"E) Bale, Hrvatska |
 | Opuštajući i obiteljski odmor 45.020839, 013.716003 (45°01'15.0"N, 013°42'57.6"E) Bale, Hrvatska |
 | Backpackers 45.041129, 013.786451 (45°02'28.1"N, 013°47'11.2"E) Bale, Hrvatska |
 | Autobusna stanica 45.040665, 013.783694 (45°02'26.4"N, 013°47'01.3"E) Bale, Hrvatska |
| Autobusna stanica 45.040072, 013.787046 (45°02'24.3"N, 013°47'13.4"E) Bale, Hrvatska |
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Prices
4/5
Travel safety
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Bale guide
Bale is a small stone town located between the hills Monleme, Sokol, Škvačota and Veli Majan, Mali Majan, Pižanovac, Paštrovič’s peak, Sv. Nedjelja, Brigonera and Mongrižeja. It is a town offering Istrian tradition and architecture. It has been inhabited since the Roman times, and was used to defend the trade route between the Empire in Pula. In the Middle Ages it became a small town surrounded by walls where you can find the Sorade-Bembo Palace.
Sights&attractions
In its preserved town core, Bale faithfully keeps its story. One of the most beautiful sights is certainly the Bembo Palace, but do not forget other beauties of Bala, such as the parish church or the municipal palace. Top sights and attractions that we recommend you to visit are: The Church of St. Mary, Bembo Castle, The Lapidary Crypt, Camp and beach Colone, Camp and Beach San Polo, The Forts – Kazamate.
Nightlife
Although Bale does not have an enviable nightlife, that does not mean you will not have a good time there. The local cafés work until midnight, but the fun continues on the beach or in other parts of the village, lasting until the early morning hours.
Food
Bale cannot boast with an excellent nightlife like Rovinj can, but it will attract you with its traditional folk festivals that last until the early morning hours. With the sounds of tradition, excellent local cuisine and great wines, we are positively sure that you will have fun.
Weather
The average temperature in winter is about 6°C, while in summer it can grow up to 30°C.
Bale 52211, Istria
45.040605, 013.785991 (45°02’26.2″N, 013°47’09.6″E)
7 km (Kamp San Polo) 45.015006, 13.712134 (45°00’54.0″N 13°42’43.7″E)
1050
www.opcina.bale-valle.hr
Town hall: opcina.bale@pu.t-com.hr
Town hall: 00385 (0)52 824 303
Small
2h
Prices in Bale
| Restaurants | Pizza 35 HRK (4.6 EUR) |
Spagetti 30 HRK (4 EUR) |
Ice-cream 6 HRK ( 0.8 EUR) |
| Grocery shop |
Beer 6.5 HRK (0.85 EUR) |
Cigarettes 25 HRK (3.3 EUR) |
Bread 7 HRK (0.90 EUR) |
| Domestic products |
Olive oil 90 HRK (12.10 EUR) |
Wine 25 HRK (3.30 EUR) |
Honey 40 HRK (5.20 EUR) |
| Cafes | Caffe 7 HRK (0.9 EUR) |
Beer 15 HRK (2 EUR) |
Fizzy drinks 14 HRK (1.8 EUR) |
| Overnight stay |
2 person hotel 700 HRK (90 EUR) |
2 person apartment 500 HRK (65EUR) |
1 person hostel – |
| Generally | Flat 50 m2 70 000 EUR |
Salary 5000 HRK (650 EUR) |
Monthly expenses 1200 HRK (160 EUR) |
| Fuel | Euro 95 9.50 HRK (1.25 EUR) |
Euro diesel 8.50 HRK (1.10 EUR) |
Gas fuel 4 HRK (0.50 EUR) |
Find the best location for you to stay depending on your needs
We advise you where to find accommodation depending on what type of traveler you are.
For example, if you are more of a nightlife type, then you will find accommodation near popular tourist streets and night clubs, if you prefer a peaceful and quiet vacation, then it is best for you to accommodate near beaches or parks, and if you are a backpacker travelling without a car, then you should settle in the center, where all events and tourist attractions are located.
Look up for the marked locations on the map for accommodation and their distance from important points of interest.
Nightlife
You like going out until late at night, popular tourist streets abounding with people, night clubs and similar activities? Then accommodate in the center of events and don’t waste too much time on traveling.
Relaxing vacation
You had enough of business stress and you went on vacation to relax far away from the everyday hustle? For you it is best to settle right next to a beach, park or in the old city center where at the evening you will visit popular sights after enjoying on the beach.
Backpackers
You are always willing to spend time with people, because of which you travel in a unique way so you could meet the local people and make new acquaintances. If you travel without a car and have a limited budget, we recommend you a favorable accommodation in the city centre so that everything is at hand’s reach.
Scams in Bale
During your stay in Bale, you do not have to be afraid of frauds and theft, because Croatia is a safe country, and you will be safe in it. You will rarely see a thief or a criminal running from the police in the street because they are almost no such occurrences. Also, as far as the retailers in Croatia, people are very friendly, sometimes they are even willing to negotiate the price, but they will definitely not try to trick you.
The only thing you should be careful about is when you are driving with a taxi make sure that the taxi driver turns on the taximeter, because they are obliged to do that but sometimes they “forget” and charge you more then they should.
Taxi
Croatia boasts on numerous private taxis who are always there for you. In some cities, from your accommodation place to your destination it will take you 20kn/5 km, which is more than affordable. The friendly staff will show you a place where something is, explain where you can find something or simply answer your questions.
Bus
The entire Croatia has a highly developed and modern bus transportation. Affordable, friendly staff, comfortable seats and wifi in some. Simply enough for a pleasant journey.
Budget
If you wish to afford a solid holiday in Croatia, here are a few tips. Please note that prices are different in different parts of the country, but the difference is not that big. For a single person’s seven days’ stay in Bale it takes about 1050 HRK (140 EUR) for accommodation, 700 HRK (90 EUR) for food, 550 HRK (70 EUR) for pocket money and a few souvenirs.
Language
Croatia has a very good knowledge of foreign languages. The Croats skillfully communicate mostly in English, then in German, Italian, and French, Spanish, Hungarian and other languages known to a smaller number of people.
Religion
In terms of religion, Croatia provides its citizens with freedom of choice. However, the largest number of believers belong to Catholicism, Orthodox and evangelical religion, then to Islam and Protestantism. But there is also a certain percentage of people referred to as atheists or members of other religious communities.
Electricity
In Croatia there are type C, E and F outlets, so if you do not have an appropriate cable, we recommend that you take the appropriate adapter with you. The voltage in the country is 220, 240V. 
Money
The currency used in Croatia is kuna (HRK). In order to have an idea of the value of the kuna, here is a couple of examples of it’s value: 1 EUR (7.50 HRK), 1 USD (6.80 HRK), 1 CHF (6.80 HRK) 100 JPY (6.10 HRK), 1 CNY (1 HRK).
Phone – SIM card
SIM card – pay as you go that are mostly used in Croatia are Bon-Bon, Tele2, Tomato. Prices for calls within the Croatia are quite affordable and you do not have to expect high costs. If you phone home, the price of outgoing calls to the Member States of the European Union amounts is 4.50 HRK (0.60 EUR)/min, and the price of the message is 0.99 HRK (0.13 EUR).
Top attractions in Bale
