Skiing Romania
A total of 217.3 km of slopes are included in Romania . The ski resorts in Romania reach up to 2484 m. 152 ski lifts transport the guests.
Ski resorts in Romania
Winter Sports
Prahova Valley is the top destination for winter sports in Romania.
The slopes and trails were designed for recreational downhill , cross country skiing, alpine skiing, randonee skiing, extreme skiing and snowboarding, and snowkiting are found in Sinaia, Azuga and Busteni. Heli skiing can be practiced from Sinaia on the Bucegi Plateau.
Sinaia ski slopes: 16 slopes, including the most common: Carp - length 1382 m, 449 m level difference, difficulty - very difficult; Dorului Valley Sub lift 2 - length 804 m, 230 m difference in level, difficulty degree medium, Sun Valley 2 - length 1200 m, 200 m level difference, difficulty - easy difficult. The slopes are served by gondola, ski lifts, lifts.
Busteni ski slopes: Kalinderu I - 1450 m long, 300 m level difference, difficulty degree medium; Kalinderu II - 1200 m long, 300 m level difference, difficulty degree medium. The Slopes are serviced by a lift.
Azuga ski slopes, with the most renowned slopes Sorica and Cazacu ski slopes – with a length of over 2000 m, 560 m difference in level, difficulty degree medium. The slopes are served by: gondola and ski lift.
Baby-ski slopes or beginners slopes can be found in all resorts: Sinaia - Gondola - 150m long, 15m level difference, difficulty - easy difficult, served by a baby lift; Busteni; Busteni - Fun Park; Azuga - Sorica- length 150 m, 8 m level difference, difficulty easy / blue conveyer served; Cazacu School - 130 m long, 10 m level difference, difficulty easy difficult served by baby lift.
Sledge lovers can go sledding in Sinaia beneath the gondola, in Busteni a sledge slope on the upper slope Kalinderu, with a length of 200 m and an average width of 20 m and in Azuga on the Sorica slope's foot.
Every local ski resort has schools that can provide all the necessary equipment and well trained teachers.
You'll need to be well fit to keep up on this action-packed holiday. You'll travel if you wish, 15-25km a day on mountain trails on cross-country skis, climbing the highest peak of the Apuseni Mountains along the way. A horse-drawn sleigh ride will whisk you to the biggest glacier and ice cave in eastern Europe.
A part from running guesthouses in the tiny village of Miklósvár in Transylvania, Count Tibor Kálnoky also looks after Prince Charles's nearby properties. The Kálnoky family, one of Romania's most ancient, returned from exile after the fall of communism and set about restoring its ancestors' homes. The result is cosy, way-back-when rooms, stocked with Saxon antiques and warmed through with wood stoves, plus a communal sauna and billiard room for icy evenings. As well as the horse and cart drivers employed to ferry you about the foothills of the Carpathians, organised activities include tracking the footprints of bears, wolves and lynxes after the snow settles. In the foothills of the Carpathians, the Count's guesthouse is a good base for snow shoeing, skiing and horse-drawn sleigh rides, including excursions with Responsible Travel.
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Poiana Brasov is off the beaten track - set deep in the Transylvanian mountains, high above the Romanian city of Brasov. The striking scenery of this part of the Carpathian mountains, with roads cutting a path through the densely forested, dramatic landscape, was temporarily home to Nicole Kidman, Renée Zellweger and Jude Law when it was turned into a North Carolina town for the film Cold Mountain.
The modest 14km of pistes that criss-cross down the mountains into Poiana Brasov itself, are relatively unchallenging for accomplished skiers - although sunrise piste bashers may enjoy the extreme option of cutting down the mountain through the thickly forested off-piste routes.
However, the real appeal of this resort is as the perfect setting for beginners and intermediates to improve their skills - attractive, uncrowded, and above all, cheap. Most of the instructors are fluent in English and after a few hours on the nursery slope most complete beginners would feel confident enough to head up the mountains.
But the real savings are on the costs when you get to the resort: lift passes, instruction, kit hire and eating out traditional famous Romanian food.
Like many other new East European resorts, Poiana Brasov would be a good option for a mixed-ability group and, even if paintballing in the snow isn't your thing, there's plenty to do away from the slopes.
The key attraction is Bran castle, billed as the home of Dracula. In fact it's a fortress built in the 13th century to defend Brasov from attack, with only the most tenuous links to vampire legends.
The castle was built by the grandfather of the 15th-century local hero, Vlad Dracul. He was admired for his efforts to resist the Turks, and became known as Vlad the Impaler because of the manner in which he killed his prisoners. Pictures show him sitting and eating while he watched them die, and inspired Bram Stoker to chose him as the villain for his book. In reality though, and despite the crowd of Dracula memorabilia vendors, Vlad Dracul rarely visited it.
About 3,500 Britons ski in Transylvania each year, with Poiana Brasov by far the most popular and widely advertised resort, and numbers are rising. More people than ever are taking up skiing - and this has to be one of the best places to start.
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Poiana Brașov is a wonderful host for everyone from ski and snowboard enthusiasts, to those who’d rather enjoy a sleigh ride. We gave everything a try and made a list of what you need to include in your next winter holiday: fresh air, adrenaline, fun, sports and plenty of snow.
Ski and snowboarding in Poiana Brașov.
If you can’t wait to hit the slopes and do some serious skiing, Poiana Brașov is the place for you.
The most popular slope is Bradu, fit for all ages and skill levels. If there isn’t enough snow, the Bradu slope will be covered by artificial snow, so nothing can ruin your fun. It is also equipped with night lights and a ski & snowboard rental shop. You can get to the top of the slope by cable. If you’d rather go up by a cable car, give Drumu Rosu a try, one of the most popular low-difficulty slopes in the resort. The Sulinar, Kanzel and Ruia slopes are for those who have skiing experience. And your effort will be rewarded with an adrenaline high and fantastic views.
You can get personal skiing and snowboarding lessons for 40 RON/hour. Renting the necessary equipment costs approximately 50 RON for an adult, and it’s a bit cheaper for kids. Cable transportation is available every day, starting from 9 am to sunset time. And some of the hotels inPoiana Brașov will even take you to the slopes.
Sleighing in Poiana Brașov.
You surely remember how much fun a day of sleighing was when you were a kid. If skiing isn’t your thing, you can enjoy a fast sleigh ride on the slopes. There are several sleigh rental places and the slopes have special areas where both adults and children can have some fun by sliding undisturbed on the puffy snow.
Skating in Poiana Braşov.
The Poiana Brașov skating rink welcomes you from early in the morning to late in the evening with quality ice and skates in all sizes.
The 30 year old skating rink was renovated and opened again in 2009 and it is perfect for a skating session on the rhythm of the music. Inside, you can enjoy hot drinks and snacks.
Paragliding in Poiana Braşov.
If you’re not afraid to try something new and extreme, in Poiana Brașov you can sign up for a paragliding adventure. You’ll fly over the resort for a few minutes, enjoying a truly unique view and experience.
Don’t be scared if you don’t have the necessary experience for paragliding. You can fly together with a professional, so all you need to do is admire the scenery.
Horse riding in Poiana Braşov.
The horse riding facilities in Poiana Brașov offer a mix of tradition and passion for the noble animals. Horse riding is an elegant sport that you can try no matter the season. Winter, however, makes it even more special. You can feel like royalty while riding a beautiful horse through a snow covered forest.
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