Dear hikers,
We are taking advantage of the warm autumn days and invite you on an early autumn hike on one of the most beautiful trails in the Făgăraș Mountains, to Negoiu Chalet with an overnight stay, and continuing the next day towards Negoiu Peak through Cleopatra Saddle. After returning from the peak, we regroup at the chalet and head back together to the cars.
WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?
Departure will take place on Friday, 12.09, at 16:00, from the Hervis store (Promenada Mall).
ROUTE INFORMATION
The hike will be composed of 2 parts:
1️ First part: We will start from the Stone Quarry, on the Porumbacu Valley, and climb towards the final destination, Negoiu Chalet. Once there, we will catch our breath, have dinner, and enjoy the beauty of the sunset and a mountain evening, in the middle of nature.
2️ Second part: The more experienced among us will venture the next day towards Negoiu Peak, the second highest peak in our country.
As for the trail, the first part up to the chalet is easy to moderate, also suitable for families with children. Those who only join for the first part of the hike, up to the chalet, will wait there until the return from the peak.
The second part, the ascent from the chalet to the peak, is a difficult, vertical-type trail, suitable for people who, besides mountain hiking on technical terrain, also do 2–3 weekly physical activities of the cardio type (only this category is recommended to join the second day). The hike takes place at high altitude, where the weather is very unpredictable.
If you are not sure where you fit in, consult the guide.
Part 1:
Distance: 12 km
Elevation gain: 600 m
Trail difficulty: easy to moderate
Hike duration: approx. 6 hours (round trip)
Part 2:
Distance: 10 km
Elevation gain: 1000 m (accumulated in the 5 km ascent)
Trail difficulty: difficult
Hike duration: approx. 8 hours (round trip)
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Rain/wind clothes, layered
Gloves, hat, buff
Thermal pants/thermal base layer under mountain pants
Warm jacket (down)
Fleece
Rain poncho
Thermos with tea, water bottle (min. 1.5 L)
Snacks for 2 days (sandwiches, bars, fruits)
Trekking poles
Headlamp
COSTS
Early bird (until 08.09) – 180 lei
Regular price (from 08.09) – 220 lei
This cost includes the hiking briefing. Accommodation and meals are paid separately, by each participant.
The hike takes place with a minimum of 8 registered participants.
Children from 6 years and up can join the first part of the hike, and until the age of 16 the participation fee is half the adult price, provided they are accompanied by an adult (parents are responsible for evaluating the trail difficulty for their children).
GUIDE
Teodora Sabina Bobeș – guide and aspiring volunteer with Salvamont
Contact: 0753-439280
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.
