Dear hikers,
Our easy autumn hike will start from the village of Jina, where we will arrive with our personal cars. We will meet in the morning at 9:30 in the parking lot of Kaufland, at the exit towards Mediaș (near the highway). After a short presentation of the day’s program, we will drive to Jina, first taking the highway to Săliște and then continuing towards Poiana Sibiului – Jina. At the exit from Jina, where the asphalt road begins to descend towards Transalpina, we will park the cars and start our hike on a country road.
We will walk along the country road that follows the mountain ridge called Creasta Porumbelului (the Dove’s Ridge), with impressive views towards the Cindrel Mountains in the south, the Șureanu Mountains in the west, and Mărginimea Sibiului in the east. The country road has no long or steep climbs, keeping us most of the time at the same altitude.
Therefore, the route is easy and suitable for all categories of participants!
During the hike, we will talk about the pastoral traditions of the inhabitants of Jina and Poiana Sibiului, who have sheepfolds and grazing areas in this high region of Mărginimea Sibiului. Here we will also discuss the nearest protected area, the Natura 2000 Frumoasa site, established to protect rare forest bird species, forest habitats, mountain meadows, and many animal species, including large carnivores.
We will try to follow the Dove’s Ridge as much as possible, taking into account the physical abilities of all participants.
The impressive landscapes will accompany us throughout the entire route, making this hike unmissable!
At the midpoint of the hike, we will also prepare some sweet delicacies over a campfire. Participants are encouraged to bring sausages or bacon to cook over the embers!
WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?
We will meet in the morning at 9:30, 11.10.2025, in the Kaufland parking lot at the exit towards Mediaș.
ROUTE INFORMATION
Distance: 10–12 km
Elevation gain: approx. 100 meters
Trail difficulty: Easy
Hike duration: approx. 4–5 hours.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING DETAILS
Tourists who wish to join the hike but do not have the possibility to reach Jina by personal car can call the tour guide (Mihai Proca – 0720003332) to find out if there are available seats in other participants’ cars.
The hike is very easy, suitable for people of all ages as well as children aged 6 and up.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Water/tea bottle, minimum 1 L;
Snack for a break halfway through the trail;
Hat and sunscreen;
Binoculars of any size are welcome!
COSTS
80 lei/adult participant.
20 lei – children/youth between 6 and 18 years old
The hike will take place with a minimum of 10 paying adult participants!
Children must be accompanied by an adult!
GUIDE
Proca Mihai – local and national tourism guide
Contact: 0720-003.332
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.
