Dear hikers,
We will travel from Sibiu to the commune of Gura Râului and start our hike from the exit of the village toward Păltiniș.
We begin on a gravel road, then continue left, uphill, on a cart road that initially passes through a forest and then opens onto a plateau.
At an intersection, before Dealul Blidărei, we’ll turn left and after about 20 minutes reach the rock formation that is the goal of our hike. Here we’ll take a 30-minute break for lunch and photos. Afterwards, we head back to the village, first following the trail under the high voltage lines, then a trough-like path used by locals. At the end, we’ll stop at the Mountain Peony Festival in Gura Râului.
This hike is suitable for hikers with minimal experience, as well as children over 5 years old.
WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?
We meet at 14:00, in the parking lot of Valea Aurie cabin.
From there, we’ll travel by personal cars on the route: Sibiu – Poplaca – Gura Râului, where we’ll park at the exit of the village towards DJ106 Păltiniș.
ROUTE INFORMATION
Distance: 6 km
Elevation gain: 400 m
Trail difficulty: low to medium
Hiking duration: approximately 4–5 hours, including breaks
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Hiking boots with good grip
Season-appropriate clothing: thermal layer (t-shirt or base layer), waterproof and windproof outer layer, and an intermediate layer (hoodie or fleece) if needed; it’s a good idea to bring a spare t-shirt or base layer
Small daypack, sunglasses, sun hat or cap
Water/tea bottle, at least 1L
Snack for the trail
Trekking poles can be very helpful
TRANSPORTATION
We can provide round-trip transport for a limited number of participants. To reserve a spot, please call 0722-177001 after registration.
Once registration is complete, the guide will create a WhatsApp group for organizing and redistributing people into cars. Transport costs will be shared among the car’s occupants, as agreed with the driver.
COSTS
80 RON/adult, 40 RON/student or pupil over 14 years old, 20 RON/child between 5 and 14 years old.
The hike will take place with a minimum of 10 adult participants. Children between 5 and 14 years old can participate if each child is accompanied by an adult. Parents are responsible for evaluating the trail’s difficulty for their children.
GUIDE
Dumitru TROANCA – certified mountain tourism guide
Contact: 0722-177001
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.
