Kastav is a historical town located on a hill near Rijeka. The town is popular among tourists for its historic downtown, many outdoor parks, and large forested area, where hiking is a popular activity. The historic walled town contains a large number of historic buildings, including a 13th-century church. The high season for tourists is in summer, when outdoorsmen, hikers, and athletes come out to walk the forest trails. In the wintertime, Kastav is one of the first places to receive snow. There are several annual international events in the city, such as the Kastav Summer of Culture, White Sunday, and the Carnival Parade, all of which are an outstanding way to get a taste of Croatian culture.