Beneath the idyllic small settlement Brseč, located on the eastern coast of the Istrian peninsula one of recently equipped crag is situated. As the coast at the foot of Brseč is steep and inaccessible, it has not been attracting too many tourists, just occasional diver.
During very diving in underwater of Brseč, to become later authors of the crag found the potential for its use.
It should be noted immediately that, in this case in spite of well equipped routes, it is rather demanding crag. The rock is sharp, approaches are not simple and rappel anchors are difficult to find. Also, during rappel to the start of the route, a lot of skill is needed to avoid sinking rope into the sea.
All these “difficulties” are still negligible in comparison with the sensation of pleasure offered by climbing in this wild ambience, especially if it comes to routes in the sector Šip, which are starting at the very sea level.
Unlike crags underlying the town, sector Nad Križem is located on the way from Brseč to Mošćenička Draga. Approach to that crag is from a parking lot on a big road curve, about 1 km from Brseč. Compared to other sectors in this area, this one is better equipped (smaller distance between bolts). However, due to length and overhanging character of routes, acquaintance with rappel maneuvers, longer rope and rappelling equipment are necessary. Routes are mostly overhanging, in red rock with tufas, mostly rich in jug holds.
Note: The crag is mostly equipped by Austrian climbers. For routes without mid anchor point, 14-16 quickdraws are recommended due to route lengths. In some routes one should be ready for 4-5 m spacing between bolts.
Accommodation: Camp in Mošćenička Draga. Rooms and apartments in Brseč.
Regarding sun or shade Križ Podgrad and Belićeva stijena get in the shade in the afternoon.
