14 December 2025

Hike in the Făgăraș Mountains: Bărcaciu Hut and Scărișoarei Ridge

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Route

Sibiu - Sibiu
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Difficulty

Difficult

Dear hikers,

We invite you to a winter hike in the Făgăraș Mountains: Bărcaciu Hut and Scărișoarei Ridge. This is a medium–difficult hike, with an elevation gain of 1200 m. The route we will follow is: Poiana Neamțului Hut – Bărcaciu Hut – Scărișoarei Ridge (depending on weather and snow conditions) – return.

WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?

Sunday, 14.12.25, Hervis Șelimbăr parking lot – 07:00

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

winter mountain boots (rigid sole, waterproof, above the ankle)
clothing adapted to the season, layered
thermal base layer
gloves
hat
buff
gaiters
headlamp
sun protection (sunglasses)
thermos with tea/water (min. 1 l)
food

Recommended:
trekking poles
for the section above Bărcaciu Hut: microspikes/crampons – we will inform you if they become mandatory, depending on weather and snow conditions

COSTS

80 lei/person
Children up to 14 years participate for free if accompanied by an adult. The tour will take place with a maximum of 20 participants.

TRANSPORTATION

We can provide round-trip transport for a limited number of people. To book your spot, please contact us by phone at 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

14 December 2025

Starting point

Hervis Șelimbăr parking lot

Departure time

07:00

Duration of the hike

8-9 ore

Difficulty

Difficult

Cost / person

80 lei