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Kompanj updates Domen Škofic has been making waves in Kompanj with some strong performances and new developments: Škofic sent Rubi silence (8c) — One of the rare repeats of this powerful testpiece originally put up by Bernhard Fiedler. As far as we know, the route has only been repeated by Klemen Bečan besides Škofic. Then he bolted a new project straight up the exit from All in, I'm

Climbers visiting Mišja peč and Osp should be aware of recent car break-ins reported at the official parking lot.According to multiple reports, vehicles were targeted again, and car windows were broken during the thefts. Mišja peč and Osp are the most popular sport climbing destinations in Slovenia and the Istria region, attracting climbers year-round. Unfortunately, busy climbing areas can also attract theft, especially during peak seasons. Parking

Access reminder – Kompanj A quick reminder to all climbers to respect the access rules at Kompanj. Please read and follow the guidelines to help keep the area open. Recent ascents Big news from Mišja peč:Only 12 years old, Croatian girl Mara Dušić climbed her first 8a, the classic Samsara — an impressive achievement! Local Slovenian climbers: Marko Blagojevič redpointed the steep traverse Lazuret (8b) in Tedi’s cave of Mišja

If you’re planning to go climbing at Kompanj, please make sure to use only the official access path to reach the crag. From the parking area, follow the marked trail straight uphill to the sectors Olymp and Krankenhaus, then traverse left to reach the remaining sectors. This is the only recommended and safe approach. Do not use the path through the village of Klobasi, and avoid any

December delivered excellent climbing conditions across Istria, and Mišja peč once again proved why it is one of the most iconic winter destinations in Europe. Great friction, dry rock and motivated climbers resulted in many hard repeats and numerous personal bests. Šimon Potůček repeats Za staro kolo in majhnega psa (8c+) On Thursday, 18 December, 24-year-old Šimon Potůček from the Czech Republic repeated the legendary Za staro

The Istrian climbing season is in full swing, and the spotlight is firmly on Lucija Tarkuš, who has just achieved the biggest ascent of her career. The 22-year-old Slovenian Lead World Cup competitor completed the iconic Martin Krpan (9a) in the right part of Mišja peč, marking her first-ever 9a and becoming the second woman to climb the route, after Laura Rogora’s ascent last year. Coming

Rocktober brought perfect conditions and even better performances to Mišja peč this year! While the famous crag is always a hotspot in the fall, this October was truly owned by the ladies – from local crushers to strong visitors – all sending hard lines and pushing their limits on the golden limestone of Mišja peč. Female power in Mišja peč Leading the charge was World Cup competitor

Lovro Črep sends Martin Krpan (9a) in Mišja peč Big news from Mišja peč! Slovenian competition climber Lovro Črep has clipped the chains on his first 9a — Martin Krpan. Lovro shared his thoughts after the ascent: “When I got to the crag, I wasn’t sure if it was going to be the send day or if I still needed a bit more training. After my second ‘warm-up’

The Slovenian climbing star Luka Potočar, winner of the 2022 Lead World Cup in Koper, has added another classic to his growing list of hard ascents — Martin Krpan (9a) in Mišja peč. Watch his send on Instagram. This legendary line, established by Jure Golob and now the most repeated 9a route in Slovenia, remains a benchmark for any top climber visiting Mišja peč. Potočar ’s

The autumn climbing season has officially arrived in Istria! Crisp mornings, cooler afternoons, and that golden light on the limestone walls make September and October some of the best months of the year to climb here. At the very beginning of September, the spotlight was on Koper, which hosted a World Cup in lead climbing. The show was incredible, with the home crowd cheering for Janja