Places
Park·Easy·Relaxing·Popular
Miramare — Riviera Triestina Walk
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
The Castello di Miramare (1856–1860) was built by Archduke Maximilian of Austria (later Emperor of Mexico) on a limestone promontory above the Gulf of Trieste. The English garden merges into Mediterranean coast. Miramare Marine Reserve has excellent snorkeling. The coastal walk north from the castle to Trieste is 6 km along the historic Napoleonkajak coastal road. Dogs allowed on leash in the park.
Duration
2.5 hours
Distance
6 km
Elevation
+50 m
Best season
Year-round
Highlights
- Built by Archduke Maximilian — later Emperor of Mexico, shot 1867
- Miramare Marine Reserve — excellent snorkeling directly below the castle
- Coastal walk on historic Austrian naval road
With your dog
Coastal park; dogs on leash near castle.
