Rock
Climbing area of Istria
The
Istria region, which includes rock climbing around Pazin,
Pula and Rovinj is the 2nd best rock climbing area in Croatia
after Paklenica. In terms of routes there are over 500 sports
routes here, which are mainly single pitch, well bolted and
on solid limestone rock. Close by there is also the excellent
crag at Osp
in Slovenia, and further rock climbing can be
found around Trieste
in Italy. This comprehensive region has a good
mix of grades and has got something for everyone.
The
best time to rock climb in Istria is the spring and autumn,
though due to the varied character of the crags it is possible
to climb all year round. For example it is possible to climb
at places such as Rovinj, Pazin and Cepic in the hot summer
months, or climb at sheltered crags such as Limski Kanal,
Dvigrad and Raspadalica in the winter.
Istria
is a popular holiday resort, with the main towns being Pula,
Rovinj, and Porec. This area is ideal to include a few days
rock climbing as part of your general holiday. |