At the initiative of the Buzet tourist association Kamena vrata, a nice crag was equipped for belay slaves, beginners and climbers seeking easy going routes. Then Klemen Bečan dropped by and the area quickly got some harder routes. But of course, you should come here mainly with a desire to enjoy yourself or to make your first steps in the vertical world.
ACCESS
Drive out of Buzet in the direction of Istarske toplice (Motovun) and after a few kilometers you will enter a canyon, which is “hugged” by rocky gates, well known in these parts as Kamena vrata – the crag is on your right. Park on the left side on the banks of the Mirna river, carefully cross the road and you will be at the crag. The access is at times steep and sandy, so take it slow as to avoid a bruising or two.
WEATHER
The crag of Kamena vrata is on a sunny place, which rules out the summer, when you will be drenched in sweat, but since it has many corners and it lies in a canyon, you can find some shade in the transitional period or in the afternoon. Rain will chase you away.
ROCK QUALITY
No doubt about it – the rock is great. The routes are new, the bolts are flawless and perfectly bolted. Take care of the children, as the road below can be very busy!
Recommended accommodations
Apartments Roža
Roč 16, 52425 Roč, Croatia
Stay in Apartments Roža and enjoy in one of the best climbing areas in Istria. Roč is an excellent base for climbing in the crags near this charming village. Just a few minutes away by car to Kompanj, Čiritež, Vela draga, Buzetski kanjon or Kamena vrata. We offer two comfortable fully equipped apartments for max. 7 people. Air conditioning, fireplace, unique wine cellar or open terrace makes it comfortable in any season. Welcome to Roč!
Vela Stina camping
Stanica Roč 9, 52425 Roč, Croatia
We are a family run camping place located in Roč. Our camping place is located 15 minutes drive from Buzet, and a 10 minute drive from the smallest town in the world, Hum. Being located in central Istria, we are ideally placed for your Istrian adventure, be that hiking, climbing, paragliding, biking, or just chilling in a relaxed location, watching the sun come up over the Učka mountain.
Mountain Lodge Istria
Krulčići 24, 52425 Roč, Croatia
Mountain Lodge Istria is located in the mountains of the beautiful Istrian peninsula. It is run by two climbers Ines Papert and Luka Lindič. Inspired by their original experiences on numerous expeditions, the two mountaineers decided to renovate two old stone houses with their own hands and create a place of community for climbers from all over the world.
ROUTES (FROM LEFT TO RIGHT)
Most people will come here for easy, vertical or slabby routes with nice holds, where even the basic knowledge of foot technique is adequate. Other harder routes have usually tough cruxes, so don‘t underestimate them – but better climbers can show the beginners how to milk a tufa or two. Most routes are short, apart from the ones on the right. They are decently bolted, so bring 10-12 quickdraws. For harder and longer routes on the right side bring at least 70 meters long rope and around 16 quickdraws.
A – Stone Age
| Miš | 4b | 15m |
| No.2 | 5b | 15m |
| Gimnastik | 5a | 15m |
| Gumarić | 4b | 15m |
| Pifo | 4b | 16m |
| Dječje radosti | 4c | 17m |
| Light spit | 5a | 17m |
| Č.T.B.K. | 6a | 20m |
| Digging for gold | 5c | 22m |
B – Botanicus
| Kokić | 4c | 15m | |
| Iz kuta kruga | 6a | 12m | |
| Breaking bad | 7c | 15m | |
| Bonsai | 8b | 20m | |
| Zvući teško | 8b | 18m | |
| Da li ti se sviđam? | 6c | 14m | |
| Brus pajser | 6b | 14m | |
| 90-60-90 | 5c | 8m | |
| Noćna smjena | 5c | 8 m | |
| Gucci Gucci | 5b | 25m | |
| Botanicus | 5a | 25m | |
| Cirkus | 6b+ | 25m | |
| Geto u konobi | P | 15m | |
| Šparoga blues | 7a+ | 15m | |
| Kamena vratina | 7b | 15m | |
| Panzer division | 7b+ | 13m | |
| Feed your fear | 8a | 13m | |
| Hollywood | 7b | 27m | |
| Snejkuljčica | 8b | 35m | |
| Hit poletja | 7b | 37m |
C – Amazona
| Sjedalica | P | 8m |
| Pritisak | 7c | 7m |
| No sun no fun | 7b+ | 7m |
| Lopovska | 7c+ | 30m |
| Tandem | 7a | 26m |
| Ribida | 5b | 17m |
| Tobogan | 6a | 20m |
D – The doors
| Glavić | 5a | 25m |
| Žili mi ruka | 6b | 14m |
| Bišprcavrit | 5c | 12m |
| Čistać kamina | 5c | 25m |
| Way of saxony | 6a+ | 27m |
| Les salles degaines | 6b+ | 28m |
| Tusta | 6b | 28m |
| Zmajeva linija | 6a | 30m |