Beech forest loop
Leaves from our gate, climbs gently to a clearing with a view of Bran, and comes back by the stream.
Hiking, skiing and sights around the house
We sit between three mountain ranges and three famous towns. Here is what our guests do, and how far away it is.
Spring to autumn
Hiking
Radu marks every route on a paper map for you at breakfast, and lends poles, gaiters and a backpack if you need them.
Bucegi: Mălăiești hut
From Râșnov through the Glăjeria valley to the hut below the Bucegi cliffs. Soup at the top, same way back.
Piatra Craiului ridge
Romania's finest limestone ridge, for fit hikers with a head for heights. Start before 7:00; we pack breakfast.
December to March
Skiing
Three ski areas within an hour. We dry your boots by the stove overnight and keep soup ready when you get back.
- Poiana Brașov · 22 km, 30 min
Romania's best-known resort: long red runs, ski schools and rentals - Predeal · 32 km, 40 min
Gentle slopes, good for children and first days on skis - Sinaia · 55 km, 60 min
High-altitude runs in the Bucegi, best snow late in the season - Snowshoes at the house
Free for guests, with a snowshoe loop from the gate
All year
Nearby sights
Drive times are for a normal day. Allow more in July, August and on winter weekends.
Bran Castle
The castle everyone has heard of. Our tip: arrive at opening time, then walk up to Măgura village for the view.
Brașov old town
Council Square, the Black Church, Rope Street and coffee under the arcades. Park at the edge and walk in.
Tâmpa cable car
Ride or walk up Tâmpa to the Brașov letters for the whole town at your feet. Best at golden hour.
| Place | Distance | By car | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Râșnov Fortress | 12 km | 15 min | Peasant citadel on a hill, great views over the Bârsa land |
| Bran Castle | 14 km | 20 min | The famous castle on the rock. Go early or late to skip the queue |
| Libearty Bear Sanctuary, Zărnești | 18 km | 25 min | Rescued brown bears in an oak forest. Book a time slot ahead |
| Piatra Craiului National Park | 18 km | 25 min | Limestone ridge and the Zărnești Gorge, for walks of every length |
| Poiana Brașov | 22 km | 30 min | Ski slopes in winter, cable car and Postăvarul walks in summer |
| Brașov old town and Black Church | 25 km | 35 min | Council Square, Rope Street and the Tâmpa cable car |
| Prejmer fortified church | 45 km | 50 min | UNESCO-listed Saxon church with walls you can walk |
Direct booking, best price
Plan your days with us
Tell us what you like doing and when you are coming. We will reply with your room and a few ideas for each day.