21 April 2025

Hike for Little Mountaineers: Valea Sâmbetei and Father Arsenie Boca’s Hermitage

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Route

Sibiu - Sibiu
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Difficulty

Medium

Dear Hikers,

We invite you to a special hike dedicated to the Little Mountaineers in the Făgăraș Mountains: Valea Sâmbetei and Father Arsenie Boca’s Hermitage.
The hike is of medium difficulty, with an elevation gain of 850 meters. The route we’ll follow is:
Valea Sâmbetei – the former Valea Sâmbetei Cabin – the sheepfold in Valea Sâmbetei – Father Arsenie Boca’s Hermitage – RETURN.
It’s a relaxed trail with no major challenges, except for a slightly steeper section between the former cabin and the Hermitage.

This hike is open to both Little Mountaineers and Big Mountaineers alike!

WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?

Hervis Șelimbăr – 8:00 AM.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

Waterproof hiking boots with ankle support
Season-appropriate layered clothing
Rain poncho
Wind protection (light shell)
Thermal layer
Hat, gloves, light buff
Sun protection
Bottle with tea/water (min 1L)
Food/snacks

Recommended:
Trekking poles

COSTS

80 RON/person
Free for children under 14, if accompanied by an adult. The group is limited to a maximum of 20 participants.

TRANSPORTATION

We can provide round-trip transport for a limited number of participants. To reserve a spot, please call 0744-371547 after registering.

GUIDE

Radu Zaharie – mountain guide
Contact: 0744-371547

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

21 April 2025

Starting point

Hervis Shopping City Șelimbăr https://embed.booktes.com/embed/ticket/drumetie-dedicata-micilor-montaniarzi

Departure time

08:00

Duration of the hike

6-7 ore

Difficulty

Medium

Cost / person

80 lei