Dear hikers,
On Sunday, December 7, we will set off once again with both little ones and grown-ups on a new adventure in the rich nature of the Cindrel Mountains. Since St. Nicholas will have passed by the night before to leave sweet gifts, we will organize a treasure hunt for the children in the magical forest we will explore on our easy hike along the Cindrel ridges. The gentle and easy path, with almost no elevation gain, will lead us through clusters of spruce trees, wide meadows, and scattered mountain huts. Along the way, we will make short stops to give the children the chance to search among the trees for the sweet gifts that fell from St. Nicholas’ sleigh as he flew over this area the evening before, on his way to Sibiu and the surrounding villages.
We will stop on a meadow with an impressive view toward Gura Râului, where we will build a small fire and prepare the goodies we will have brought with us (juicy sausages, delicious bacon, and, of course, the now-traditional marshmallows). On this occasion, the guide will offer all participants a sweet surprise. After the hearty meal, we will return to the cars and head home to rest after a day full of movement, fresh air, and majestic scenery.
WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?
We meet in the morning at 9:30 in the parking lot of Jacobs Restaurant at the Sibiu Zoo. After a short presentation of the day’s plan, we will group into cars and head toward Păltiniș. We will park at the entrance to the Platoș Păltiniș area and start walking on a ridge path with beautiful views over the Sibiu Depression.
ROUTE INFORMATION
Distance: 4 km
Elevation gain: under 100 m
Trail difficulty: very easy
Tour duration: approx. 4–5 hours (including the campfire break)
This tour is very easy, suitable for people of all ages and for children aged 4 and up.
No technical mountain equipment is required for this hike.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Water or tea (minimum 1L)
Food suitable for cooking over the fire at the halfway break (sausages, bacon, vegetables for vegetarians such as mushrooms, zucchini, etc.)
Hiking boots
Rain jacket
COSTS
80 lei/adult
20 lei/child (ages 4–14)
The tour 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.
