Explore Vidraru Lake by kayak and canoe
we discover Vidraru Lake On kayak and canoe Did you know that the first kayaks were made from stretched sealskin over wooden frames and animal bones? These primitive vessels were initially used by hunters and represented an incredible innovation for transportation and fishing in icy water regions. However, what started as a necessity for survival […]
Curtea de Arges
royal town Curtea de Arges Located in the heart of Arges County, in the historical region of Muntenia, Curtea de Arges shines as a place filled with history and national pride. It was the first capital of Wallachia and can truly be called the cradle where the medieval state of Valahia was born. Throughout the […]
Poenari Fortress
The fortress of Vlad Tepes Poenari Fortress The Poenari Fortress, a historical gem, is located on the summit of Mount Cetățuia, just 4 km away from the stunning Vidraru Lake and Dam, near the picturesque village of Arefu. This magnificent historical edifice constantly watches over the beautiful Argeș gorge and invites you to discover a […]
Bâlea Lake
a corner of paradise Bâlea Lake The Bâlea area, a corner of the Făgăraș Mountains, harbors one of Romania’s most impressive natural treasures – Bâlea Lake, also known as Bâlea Lac. This beautiful glacial lake is located in Sibiu County and is considered one of the most well-known and beautiful lakes of this kind in […]
Transfăgărășan
the road between the clouds Transfăgărășan Transfăgărășan, also known as DN7C, is one of the most spectacular mountain roads in Romania. This amazing road winds through the imposing Făgăraș Mountains, the highest mountain range in the entire country, reaching altitudes of up to 2042 meters. It is considered the second-highest road in Romania, after the […]
Vidraru Lake and Dam
Vidraru Lake and Dam Along the famous Transfăgărășan, approximately 40 kilometers from Curtea de Argeș, in a spectacular setting between Pleașa and Vidraru slopes, you’ll find Vidraru Lake and Dam. This complex, built between 1960 and 1966, was initially designed for the production of electricity, irrigation and flood prevention. Today, it is recognized as a […]
Route Poiana Pleașa – Peak Albina
4-5 hour route Route Poiana Pleașa – Peak Albina For a memorable adventure, we invite you to start the route right in front of Posada Vidraru Hotel. It is a trip of medium difficulty, suitable for any time of the year. You have two options: you can explore the entire route, or you can choose […]
Capra Lake – Bâlea Lake Trail
Capra Lake – Bâlea Lake Trail The trail starts from Capra Chalet, but there is the possibility to drive on the Transfăgărășan for about 2-3 km until you reach a marked spring, near which the road forms a tight bend. Here, you can park your car and begin the adventure by foot. At the beginning, […]
Poiana Mucenicului – the legend
THE LEGEND OF THE PLACE Poiana Mucenicului Why Poiana Mucenicului? At first glance, if we were to address the subject superficially, we might be tempted to confidently answer – SIMPLY, because both in the property deed, the role of the Arefu Town Hall, and in the cadastral documentation, it is written as the outskirts of […]
Vidraru Lake Tour by bike
Vidraru Lake Tour by bike We challenge you to a one-day adventure on Transfăgărășan, this time by bike. If you want to enjoy a beautiful landscape, fresh air and exercise at the same time, we recommend a tour around Vidraru Lake. From Poiana Mucenicului, you have to climb approximately 3.5 km to Vidraru Dam on […]
