CO2021_results after 5th stage!

CO2021 is over, thank you for a great o-weekend, you were great.

Next year is the 25th anniversary of the Croatia Open, we have the date 31.7.-5.8.2022., book your time, we want to prepare a new o-adventure for You.

You can find the results 5th stage (Delnice) HERE and split times HERE.

CO2021_results after 4th stage!

The fourth stage is over. Rain and cold weather marked today’s race. Congratulations to everyone who performed. Tomorrow is the final day and the ceremony of awarding medals and trophies cca. 11:30 a.m..

You can find the results 4th stage (Delnice) HERE and split times HERE.

CO2021_results after 3th stage!

We have a great third stage in Bukovac Sungerski. We are very pleased with the organization and your comments of the unusual terrain, we know that many of you were surprised by its speed. Tomorrow the story will be different in terms of speed ... we have prepared a challenging race for you. We ask all those who have not paid the entry fee so far to do so tomorrow.

You can find the results 3th stage (Bukovac Sungerski) HERE and split times HERE.

CO2021_results

Dear friends,

You can find the split times 1. stage (Delnice) HERE.

You can find the results 2. stage (Omišalj) HERE and split times HERE.

CO2021_LATEST INFORMATION TO COMPETITORS

Dear friends,

we wish you a happy arrival in Croatia.

You can find the bulletin HERE.

CONTROLS DESCRIPTIONS

1st stage (middle distance), Delnice is HERE.

2nd stage (sprint), Omišalj is HERE.

3rd stage (sprint), Bukovac Sungerski is HERE.

4th stage (short-long distance), Delnice is HERE.

5th stage (middle distance), Delnice is HERE.

Please print the descriptions of the controls yourself.

Start lists will be published in the finish area.

Please follow the COVID 19 protocols, and do not stay in the finish area longer than necessary after the race. Take advantage of the time and visit our many natural beauties.

Make sure you have enough drinks in your personal packaging.

Important information is that you can only get food and drinks in shops, bars and restaurants.

See you in Croatia, soon ....

COVID 19 protocols

Dear Croatia Open 2021 participant,

information on current COVID 19 protocols can be found:

https://www.koronavirus.hr/recommendations-and.../736

INVITATION CO 2021

EVENT: 24th Croatia open 2021

ORGANIZER: OK "Ris" Delnice

CC: Delnice 

Head of the Organization: Ivica Urbanc

Head of the Course Planning: Tihomir Salopek

IMPORTANT DATES AND ZERO START TIME

March 1st, 2021 – 1st - entry deadline

June 15th, 2021 – 2nd - entry deadline

July 15th, 2021 – 3rd - entry deadline

PROGRAMME

August 1st, 2021 – 1st stage (middle distance), first start 15:00

August 2nd, 2021 – 2nd stage (sprint), first start 17:00

August 3rd, 2021 – free day

August 4th, 2021 – 3rd stage (sprint), first start 9:00

August 5th, 2021 – 4th stage (short-long distance), first start 09:00

August 6th, 2021 – 5th stage (middle distance), first start 09:00

LOCATION

1st stage (middle distance), Delnice

2nd stage (sprint), Omišalj

3rd stage (sprint), Sungerski lug 

4th stage (short-long distance), Delnice

5th stage (middle distance), Delnice

CATEGORIES:

BEGINERS, OPEN L, OPEN S, W10, M10, W12, M12, W14, M14, W16, M16, W21B, M21B, W35, M35, W45, M45, W55, M55, M60, M21E, W21E, W20, M20, M18, W18, M40, W40, M50, W50, W60, M65, W65, M21A, W21A

In case of few entries, organizer can join certain categories.

ENTRY FEE PRICE:

ENTRIES:

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NOTE:

Each competitor performs at his own risk.

The official photographer will photograph the competition. We will publish the photos, and use them for promotion. If you have a problem with this, let us know.

PAYMENT

Via a bank transfer till 1st of Mart. 

Fees will only be valid when full payment is received.

DATA FOR BANK PAYMENT:

IBAN: HR30 2402 00611 0083 0663 

SWIFT/BIC: ESBCHR22

ACCAUNT HOLEDER:

OK "RIS" Delnice

Stjepana Radića 1

51 300 Delnice

NOTE: 

Make sure to include the name of the runer and the club. When we receive the payment we will send a notification via OO line service.

Dear sports friends,

over a month passed since the last edition of the Croatia Open 2020, which we managed to organize in very complex circumstances caused by the appearance of the COVID-19 virus. We are satisfied that the commitment and responsibility of organizers as well as all participants was at a high level, primarily due to the fact that none of the participants after the competition were positive for COVID-19 - according to the data available to us. Time has shown that orienteering is one of the low-risk sport activities when it comes to the spread of COVID-19.

We believe that we, as the organizers of the competition, have fulfilled our obligation to all registered competitors; the competition was held according to plan and the financial resources we received from the paid entry fees were invested in the preparation and organization.

No, we don’t want you to think that we are looking for a way not to return the paid entry fees to the competitors who did not take part in the competition due to fear caused by the appearance of COVID-19, on the contrary, we’re thankful for your payments which allowed us to prepare and organize the competition. We’d also like to offer you a fair deal - use the paid entry fees as an opportunity to compete at the Croatia Open in the course of the next two years.

We’d like to emphasize that we, as the organizers, were left without a part of the income for the preparation and organization of the competition because some of the competitors did not pay their entry fees. They didn’t even inform us that they wouldn’t be competing which caused us a loss in financing. Due to such irresponsible individuals, we will have to introduce stricter measures regarding the control of applications and payments from next year. There will be a maximum of 10 days after the end of each application period for the payments, after which the right to a more favorable entry fee will be lost.

We would also like to announce the dates for Croatia Open 2021: August 1st – 6th! More detailed information coming soon.

Finally, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all this year's participants for coming, and all those of you who may be considered damaged, we’re asking for your understanding and patience because the opportunity to participate in the Croatia Open opens next year.

CO team

Welcome to Croatia, welcome to the Green Heart of Croatia!

 Gorski kotar – planinska regija Hrvatske

Gorski kotar (lat. Discrictus montanus) je smješten u zapadnom dijelu Republike Hrvatske, a presijeca ga 45 paralela. Riječ je o isključivo brdsko-planinskom prostoru, prosječne nadmorske visine od 700 do 900 metara. Samo su vrhovi Risnjaka i Bjelolasice viši od 1.500 metara. Klimatska specifičnost ogleda se u karakteristici da dio područja pripada posebnom prijelaznom klimatskom tipu  primorske i kontinentalne klime. Svi oblici planinskoga turizma i aktivnog odmora daju Gorskom kotaru magičnu privlačnost, ponajprije zbog očuvane prirode i srdačnog stanovništva.

Gorski kotar – Croatian mountain region

Gorski Kotar (Latin Discrictus montanus) is located in the western part of the Croatia and is crossed by 45th parallel. It is the highland area with an average altitude of 700-900 meters. Only the peaks Risnjak and Bjelolasica are higher than 1,500 meters. Climate specificity is reflected in the characteristics that a part of the area is a special type of transitional climate of coastal and continental climate. All forms of mountain tourism and active vacations give Gorski kotar magical attraction, primarily because of preserved nature and welcoming people.

Upoznajte Gorski kotar – pet atraktivnih lokacija koje morate doživjeti!

Meet Gorski Kotar - five attractive locations that you have to experience!

Izlet u spilju „Lokvarku“

Cave "Lokvarka"

Park šuma Golubinjak i okolica bogati su speleološkim zanimljivostima od kojih je najznačajnija spilja „Lokvarka“ koja spada u najljepše spilje hrvatskog krša. Spilja je udaljena od Golubinjaka oko 1 km (10 minuta hoda). Ukupna dužina špilje iznosi 1,2 kilometara, a stalna temperatura zraka u njoj (8 OC). Špilja ima nekoliko galerija, odnosno razina, od kojih su tri dostupne turistima. Špilja je od 1961. godine zaštićena kao geomorfološki spomenik prirode. Geografske koordinate su: 45O 21΄ 42" N; 14O 45΄ 47" E.

The trip to the cave "Lokvarka"

Forest Park Golubinjak and its surroundings are rich in caves attractions of which the most interesting is the cave "Lokvarka" which is one of the most beautiful Croatian karst caves. The cave is about 1 km (10 minutes) away from Golubinjak. The total length of the cave is 1.2 kilometers, and constant air temperature is 8 °C. The cave has several galleries, or levels, three of which are available to tourists. The cave was protected in 1961 as a geomorphologic natural monument. Geographical coordinates are 45 ° 21 42 'N, 14o 45 47 "E.

Panoramska vožnja po Lokvarskom jezeru

Najveće goransko jezero možete upoznati vozeći se splavom „Čača“. Doživite spoj vode i prirode na Lokvarskom jezeru, uživajte u jedinstvenom pogledu na vrh planine Risnjak (1528 metara). Iskoristite priliku i doživite jednosatnu panoramsku vožnju!

Panoramic tour by Lokvarsko jezero

Raft "Čača" in Lokvarsko jezero

You can explore the largest lake in Gorski kotar by driving a raft “Čača”. Experience a combination of water and nature in Lokvarsko jezero, enjoy a unique view to the top of the mountain Risnjak (1528 meters). Take the opportunity and experience a one-hour panoramic tour!

Čarolija „Zelenog vira“ i „Vražjeg prolaza“

Područje Zelenog vira proglašeno je rezervatom prirodnih vrijednosti 1962. godine. Prvi se puta spominje 1884. godine kao izletište za hrabrije izletnike. Zeleni vir je snažan izvor na dnu plitke, prostrane spilje nad čijim se ulazom nadvijaju 70 metarske okomite stijene niz koje se obrušava živopisan slap stvarajući blistavu vodenu zavjesu. Zeleni vir dobio je ime po zelenkastoj boji vode u jezercu koje nastaje u spilji. Druga atraktivnost je 800 metara dugačak kanjon Vražji prolaz. Mnogi ga smatraju jednim od najljepših kanjonskih prizora u našoj zemlji.

The magic of „Zeleni vir“ and „Vražji prolaz“

Zeleni vir was declared a nature reserve in 1962. It is first mentioned in 1884 as a resort for the braver hikers. Zeleni vir is a powerful spring at the bottom of a shallow but large cave. Over the caves entrance hangs a 70 meter cliff from which lively waterfall gushes creating sparkling water curtain. Zeleni vir is named after the green water in the pond in the cave. Another attraction is the 800-meter-long Vražji prolaz canyon. Many consider it one of the most beautiful canyon scenery in the country.

Monumentalnost Risnjaka i izvora rijeke Kupe

National park Risnjak

Nacionalni park Risnjak je izrazit primjer visinskog raščlanjenja dinarskog planinskog sustava u reljefnom, geološkom, hidrološkom i klimatskom pogledu, biljnom pokrovu i životinjskom svijetu. Osnovu parka čini masiv planine Risnjak s vrhom na 1528 metara. 1997. godine površina parka proširuje se i na područje izvora rijeke Kupe. Izvor Kupe, jedna od mnogih još uvijek neriješenih zagonetki krša, jedno je od najjačih, najprostranijih i najdubljih hrvatskih vrela. Na 313 m nad morem vodena masa oblikovala je manje jezero tirkizno zeleno-plave boje, dužine 200 i širine oko 30 metara. Prilaz ovom lokalitetu omogućen je atraktivnom stazom iz sela Razloge ili Kupari odakle je put nešto duži, a penje se uzvodno, paralelno s tokom rijeke Kupe. Nacionali park Risnjak je jedan od manje posjećenih nacionalnih parkova u Hrvatskoj, ne zato što bi bio manje vrijedan, već zato što za uživanje u risnjačkim ljepotama treba imati poseban osjet za čari prirodnih fenomena.

Monumentality of Risnjak and source of the river Kupa

National park Risnjak is a striking example of altitudinal dissolution of the Dinaric mountain system in relief, geological, hydrological and climatic aspect, vegetation and wildlife. Basis of the park is Risnjak massif with a peak at 1528 meters. In 1997 the area of ​​the park was extended to the area of ​​the source of the river Kupa. Source of Kupa, one of the many still unsolved karst mysteries, it is one of the strongest, widest and deepest Croatian sources. At 313 m above the sea level, water mass formed a small lake turquoise green-blue color, with length of 200 meters and a width of about 30 meters. Accessing this site is possible following an attractive path from the village Razloge or Kupari from where the path is a little bit longer, and rises upstream, following the flow of the river Kupa. National park Risnjak is one of the less visited national parks in the country, not because it is less valuable, but because to enjoy its beauty one should have a special feeling for the charms of natural phenomena.

Kraljevina „Bijelih“ i „Samarskih“ stijena

River Kupa

Područje Bijelih i Samarskih stijena jedno je od najatraktivnijih planinarskih odredišta u Hrvatskoj. Uključeno je u strogi rezervat prirode  što znači da u njemu nije dozvoljena nikakva ljudska intervencija. Kraj je divlji, očaravajući i zahtjevan za obilazak, a samo je na pola sata od mjesta gdje možete ostaviti automobil! Ne zaboravite da su Samarske i Bijele stijene otkrivene slučajno kad je jedan lokalni lugar slijedio tragove medvjeda. I budite oprezni - penjanje po stijenama je jako zabavno, ali i opasno!

The kingdom of „Bijele“ and „Samarske stijene“ 

Area of Bijele and Samarske stijene is one of the most beautiful hiking destinations in Croatia. It is a part of the strict nature reserve, which means that no human interventions are allowed within its borders. The area is wild, fascinating and demanding for a visit, and only half an hour from the place where you can leave your car! Do not forget that the Samarske and Bijele stijene were discovered by accident when a local forester traced the bear. And be careful - rock climbing is a lot of fun, but also dangerous!

ACCOMODATION

 

For accommodation you may contact Tourism Board Offices:

https://www.tz-delnice.hr/#

and

http://www.gorskikotar.hr/en/

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