22 March 2025

Hike Following the Last Snow, Through Dwarf Pines, to Niculești Peak

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Route

Sibiu - Sibiu
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Difficulty

Medium

Dear hiker,

The hike to Șaua Șerbănei and Niculești Peak offers a perfect combination of the wild charm of dwarf pines and the spectacular openness of the ridges. As we ascend, the landscape changes, and from the top, the view stretches far: the majestic Făgăraș Mountains rise in the distance, while to the south, the gentle ridges of the Lotru Mountains unfold. This is a route that blends the beauty of nature with the sense of freedom that only the mountains can provide.

WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?

Date: 22.03.2025, 07:30 AM
Location: Parking lot in front of Dumbrava Sibiului Inn and Hilton Hotel, Sibiu
We will form teams and carpool in personal vehicles to Păltiniș Resort.

ROUTE INFORMATION

Level: Medium +
Elevation gain: 600 m
Duration: ~10 hours
Distance: 26 km
Route: Păltiniș – Șaua Bătrâna – Vârful Rozdești – Șaua Șerbănei – Vf. Niculești – Păltiniș

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

Change of shirts, socks, and pants
High-ankle hiking boots
Rain poncho, waterproof jacket, and pants
Hiking poles and gaiters (recommended)
Hat, gloves, whistle
Water bottle (min. 1L)
Flashlight
Food for the hike

COSTS

80 lei/adult

Age limit: 15 years (exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis).

GUIDE

Nicoleta Ocneriu – mountain guide
Contact: 0742 667 196

Note:

– The route configuration and length will be adjusted according to weather conditions and the homogeneity/heterogeneity of the group.
– The organizer (guide) reserves the right to refuse participants who are not appropriately equipped or who have inadequate physical condition.
– Tours are conducted under safe conditions and with a minimum number of participants. The organizer reserves the right to reschedule or cancel tours without prior notice if these conditions are not met.
– Ticket refunds are only provided in case the organizer (guide) cancels the hike.

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By participating in this event, I consent to being photographed. I acknowledge that the photos may be used for promotional purposes, both online and in printed materials, within the “Anii Drumeției” Program to promote it. I declare under my own responsibility that, to the best of my knowledge, I am physically capable of sustained physical effort during hiking events without jeopardizing my health in any way. My participation in this event is entirely voluntary, understanding the associated risks to which I expose myself.
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The “Anii Drumeției” Program is initiated and funded by the Sibiu County Council in collaboration with the Sibiu County Tourism Association. Its main purpose is to improve hiking infrastructure in the county and promote activities specific to ecotourism.

The date of the hike

22 March 2025

Starting point

Dumbrava Sibiului Inn

Departure time

07:30

Duration of the hike

10 ore

Difficulty

Medium

Cost / person

80 lei