Croatia: Istria

Stage your next MICE function at Castle Belaj. This exclusive estate is a unique event destination that has been recognised as the only of its kind in Croatia, where the country’s Château and winemaking heritage originated and developed side by side. Resting against the picturesque Učka mountain landscape, the estate features a castle that dates back to 1575, two 19th-century annexes, and an expansive 12-hectare vineyard.

The venue lies 50 minutes from Pula Airport, and if you wish to combine your visit with a stop in Italy, Trieste Airport is less than two hours away. While overnight stays at Castle Belaj aren’t possible, there are plenty of nearby serviced apartments and guesthouses for your team. Our destination management team can organise the transport between the venues and the accommodation you will stay at throughout your time in Istria.

Castle Belaj offers four distinct event packages: the intimate small dining room for 35 guests, the charming inner castle yard for 40 guests, the grand dining room accommodating up to 180 guests, and the huge park zone, which fits up to 200 guests. We suggest Castle Belaj for companies looking to host small conferences or boutique team-building activities, given that its catering capacity is limited to 200 people.

One of the major highlights of the incentive travel programme at Castle Belaj is the exclusive wine-tasting experience that your team can experience guided by the venue’s knowledgeable sommelier. Stroll around the historic château while sampling eight carefully produced wines in the nearby vineyard while also indulging in local snacks with nutritious ingredients from Istria.

Conduct your next business meeting in the royal setting of Castle Belaj, surrounded by lush green vineyards, rolling hills, and a superb venue. Simply enter your information in the form below, and the DMC Collective event consultancy crew will reach out to guide you through the event planning process.