23 August 2025

Sunset Hike in the Hârtibaciu Valley and Holzstock Festival

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Route

Sibiu - Sibiu
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Difficulty

Medium

Dear hiker,

A hiking circuit through the Natura 2000 site of the Hârtibaciu Valley, crossing cool forests and meadows with wide views of the Făgăraș Mountains. The day ends on the ridges, with a spectacular sunset over the hills, and the evening continues with the vibrant atmosphere of the Holzstock music festival in Hosman.
This festival spans three evenings, from 16:00 to 23:00, featuring Romanian and international artists from indie, post-punk, alternative, and more. Each day brings fresh music and experimental energy, in a unique setting – the fortified church courtyard in Hosman.
Festival entry is based on a ticket valid for all three days of the event. The only exception is within the Hiking Year program, when for this specific evening a special rate of 100 lei/person applies.

WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?

Saturday, 23.08.2025 at 13:30, Ștefan cel Mare Street, Trei Stejari near Profi supermarket.
We will carpool and head to Hosman, near the fortified church, where the hike begins.

ROUTE INFORMATION

Level: easy/medium
Elevation gain: 250 – 300 m
Hike duration: 4 – 5 hours
Experience duration: 7+ hours
Distance: 14 km

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

T-shirts, trousers and spare socks, mountain boots, rain jacket, cap, sunscreen, insect repellent, water bottle 1.5 l, snacks for the hike, whistle, flashlight. Layered clothing is best, as midday is warm and evenings cooler.

COSTS

Guiding: 80 lei/adult, 40 lei/child for the hike
Optional:
Festival participation: 100 lei/person

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

23 August 2025

Starting point

Profi - Trei Stejari

Departure time

13:30

Duration of the hike

6-7 ore

Difficulty

Medium

Cost / person

80 lei