21 June 2026

Hike in the Făgăraș Mountains: Fereastra Mare a Sâmbetei, Colțul Bălăceni and Cheia Bândei Peak

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Route

Sibiu - Sibiu
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Difficulty

Difficult

Dear hikers,

We invite you to a hike in the Făgăraș Mountains: Fereastra Mare a Sâmbetei, Colțul Bălăceni (“Romania’s Little Matterhorn”) and Cheia Bândei Peak.

The hike is of medium-high difficulty, with an elevation gain of 1450 m, and will take us through one of the most spectacular areas of the northern slope of the Făgăraș Mountains. We will climb through Valea Sâmbetei to Cabana Valea Sâmbetei, continuing towards La Cruce and Fereastra Mare a Sâmbetei, from where we will admire the imposing ridges of the massif. The route continues towards Colțul Bălăceni, known as “Romania’s Little Matterhorn”, and Cheia Bândei Peak, offering impressive panoramas over the entire area.

The route we will follow is: Drumul Forestier Valea Sâmbetei – Cabana Valea Sâmbetei – La Cruce – Fereastra Mare a Sâmbetei – Colțul Bălăceni – Vârful Cheia Bândei – La Cruce – Drumul Forestier Valea Sâmbetei.

WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?

Sunday, 21.06.26, HERVIS Șelimbăr store parking lot, at 7:00

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

mountain boots (rigid sole, waterproof, above the ankle)
clothing adapted to the season, in several layers
thermal layer
buff/hat/gloves (thin)
rain poncho
sunglasses, sunscreen, cap
headlamp
bottle with tea/water (min. 1l)
snacks, fruit.

Recommended:
trekking poles

COSTS

80 lei/person
For children up to 14 years old, participation is free of charge, if accompanied by an adult. The tour will take place with a maximum of 20 participants.

TRANSPORTATION

We can provide round-trip transportation for a limited number of people. To reserve your place, please contact us by phone at 0744-371547, after completing the registration.

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 June 2026

Starting point

HERVIS Șelimbăr store parking lot

Departure time

07:00

Duration of the hike

9-10 ore

Difficulty

Difficult

Cost / person

80 lei