Serenissima Montona - interpretative walk

This Sunday, “Serenissima Montona” Takes Motovun Back to the Age of the Venetian Republic

On Sunday, 16 August, the streets and squares of Motovun will once again come alive with the spirit of centuries past through the costumed interpretive walk “Serenissima Montona”, dedicated to the town’s Venetian heritage. The first group will set off at 6:20 PM, followed by the second group at 6:40 PM.

Through a series of thematic stops, participants will discover Motovun as it was during the rule of the Venetian Republic – the Serenissima, which governed the town for a full 526 years. The walk will be led by Venetian Captain Sebastian Venier, portrayed by licensed tourist guide Mate Mekiš, and Cecilia Contarini, portrayed by tourist guide Martina Trento Dagostini.

The programme will also feature around twenty costumed performers from the Italian Community of Buje – Comunità degli Italiani “Buie” and the Italian Community “Giuseppe Tartini” of Piran – Comunità degli Italiani “Giuseppe Tartini” di Pirano. Through their characters, costumes and scenes, they will help recreate the everyday life and atmosphere of Motovun during the era of the Serenissima, while bringing to life stories connected with the town’s history and identity.

The interpretive walk “Serenissima Montona” is jointly organised by the Municipality of Motovun and the Tourist Board of the Municipality of Motovun.

The “Sebastian” group departs at 6:20 PM, while the “Cecilia” group departs at 6:40 PM. Participation is free of charge, and places are limited. Registration is available via the registration form.

The walk is expected to finish around 8:10 PM, leaving visitors plenty of time to continue their evening on the terraces of Motovun’s restaurants and other hospitality venues.

“Serenissima Montona” offers a chance to experience Motovun from a different perspective – through characters, stories and scenes that will bring the town’s Venetian past to life for a few hours.