6 April 2025

Hiking with Fortified Churches: From Curciu to Băgaciu

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Route

Curciu - Băgaciu
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Difficulty

Easy

Dear hikers,

Sunday, April 6th, we embark on a hike between two fortified churches, like two hidden gems.

We start with the fortified church in Curciu, where we’ll partake in a guided tour and marvel at the International Gothic style paintings. Then, we climb the hills, enjoy 360-degree views, and head north towards the neighboring village, Băgaciu. We descend a gentle slope to visit the church and its Renaissance pews. We return to Curciu, but by a different road.

The departure is from Mediaș, by minibus. The return, also by minibus. But we also have tickets for those who wish to come by their own car.

WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?

10:00 AM, opposite the Mediaș Synagogue (Str Kogălniceanu No. 43) There are 12 parking spots.

or

10:30 AM near the Curciu Town Hall building

You can also take the Regio train from Sibiu – departs at 8:05 AM, arrives at 9:30 AM, and costs 10.5 lei.

ROUTE INFORMATION

Trail difficulty: easy;
Distance: 7 km one way, 7 km return – total: 14 km
Elevation difference: 200 m;
Total hiking duration: approximately 5 hours
Minimum age recommended for children’s participation: 8 years

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

Hiking boots;
Water bottle – 2 liters;
Appropriate seasonal clothing
Snacks.

Optional: trekking poles

COSTS

Price: 95 lei/adult. Includes guide, church entries

Price: 130 lei/adult. Includes guide, church entries, transportation Mediaș – Curciu and return

Children up to the age of 14 benefit from free access.
Children aged between 15 and 18 benefit from a ticket at 60 lei.

The number of available spots is limited to 16 people.

GUIDE

Ioana Pătrășcoiu – national tourism guide
Contact: 0729 050636
Walking Tours Mediaș is part of the Transylvanian Hills network.

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

6 April 2025

Starting point

Mediaș Synagogue

Departure time

10:00

Duration of the hike

5 ore

Difficulty

Easy

Cost / person

95 lei