Dear hikers,
We are starting a new challenge dedicated to mountain lovers: the “13 peaks over 2500 m” series, and the first stage takes us to some of the most spectacular peaks in the western Făgăraș Massif.
We will start from Bâlea Lac, following the route towards Vânătarea lui Buteanu Peak, the first objective of the day. From here, we will return to the ridge route and continue towards Negoiu Peak, the second highest peak in Romania. Crossing the spectacular Strunga Doamnei, we will reach Lespezi Peak, and then Cornul Călțunului Peak. After completing the ridge, we will descend on the classic route towards Piscul Negru (Cota 1200), where we will end the tour.
The hike is intended for people with good or very good physical fitness, who have experience on alpine routes and are used to large elevation differences and technical sections.
WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?
We meet on Saturday, 11 July, at 05:15, in the DECATHLON parking lot, in Shopping City Șelimbăr.
From there, we will travel by personal cars on the route Sibiu – Bâlea Lac, where we will leave the cars. At the end of the route, we will arrive at Piscul Negru, from where we will organize the recovery of the cars left at Bâlea Lac.
ROUTE INFORMATION
Distance: 18 km
Elevation gain/loss: +1450 m / -2300 m
Route difficulty: difficult / very difficult
Hiking duration: approximately 10–11 hours, including breaks.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
- High hiking boots, with good grip and waterproof;
- Clothing adapted to the season, including a waterproof outer layer;
- Spare T-shirt or base layer;
- Fleece and windstopper;
- Day backpack;
- Water, minimum 1.5–2 litres;
- Snacks for the entire day (sandwiches, dried fruit, energy bars etc.);
- Sunglasses;
- Trekking poles are recommended and can be very helpful along the route.
TRANSPORTATION
We can provide round-trip transportation for a limited number of people. To reserve your place, please contact us by phone at 0722 177 001, after completing the registration.
After the registration process is completed, the guide will create a WhatsApp group where we will organize and redistribute ourselves in the participants’ cars. Transportation costs will be shared among the occupants of each car, by agreement with the driver.
COSTS
100 lei/person
The tour will take place with a minimum of 5 adult participants.
To reserve and pay for your place, please complete the registration form.
GUIDE
Dumitru TROANCA – mountain guide
Contact: 0722 177 001
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.
