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Transylvania Cycle Itinerary


5 Days Cycling

Pace: We aim for a “no hurry pace” and often stop to enjoy the scenery. 10km per hr for off road. Please note that we build in flexibility due to local weather conditions such as weather and track conditions.

Terrain: 70% hard packed paths and 30% tarmac

Day 2: 30km. [Level]. Day 5: 50km Up 100m/Down 214m

Day 3: 37km.Up 579m/Down 705m Day 6: 12.8km[Walk] Up 677m/Down 258m

Day 4: 32km Up 308m/Down 613m Day 7: 48km Up 183m/Down 647m

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Itinerary

  • You will be met from the airport (if arriving into Brasov and be taken to the hotel for supper. (16 min transfer)

  • Starting with a short bike fit and orientation at the hotel. Then a pleasant “warm up“ day on field tracks alongside the river Olt before heading onto quiet roads where you can enjoy views of rustic Romanian village life while being surrounded by the Carpathian mountains. Then drive 1 hour to the unspoilt rustic village of Viscri. There we will visit the fascinating fortified church and have a chance to wander and (if time) visit King Charles’ renovated village house. We will then transfer to Sighisoara where we will spend 2 nights right in the heart of the citadel in Casa Wagner Hotel.

  • After a 40 transfer our starting point is Viscri where we cycle up the hillside behind the village, whilst enjoying panoramic views of the church and countryside. The cycle then enters a wonderful, mixed and truly magical woodland trail, which takes us to Mesendorf for a well deserved cold beer. Then onward along a quiet lane to reach Crit where we will be picked up to return to Sighisoara. There will be ample time to explore the citadel and the option of a guided tour.

  • Today start by walking from the hotel, through the glorious woodland to begin our cycle. After rolling through impressive beach woodland we head through small local villages and impressive picturesque valleys. This is an off the beaten track cycle where cars are few in number and its possible to drift along and enjoy the sights. Stopping off at the local bar/ cafe is a must before the main climb up to Biertan where one can visit the stunning fortified Church. Tonight we stay in Biertan.

  • Today we cycle south after a 60 min transfer to the hill top. The route today is a mixture of open roads though a river plain with views to the Carpathians and quiet lanes and tracks through ancient pasture land and small Transylvanian villages. Finally we cross the river to visit the traditional woollen mill at Lisa. There we will be picked up to transfer to the mountain village of Magura. We will stay here for 2 nights at Villa Hermani.

  • After a delicious buffet breakfast we will pack a lunch and go through the picturesque mountain village to our starting point. The La Table walk follows forest tracks and footpaths with panoramic views. We will stop for a picnic lunch along the way by a spring in the woods. We continue across meadows and through a wooded river valley to reach a stunning gorge. After another hour we reach Prapestile Zarnestiului where the Landrover will be waiting for us. In the early evening there is an optional trips to see the impressive European Brown Bears in the wild from the safety of a hide. (additional cost)

  • Today we start with a long descent from Magura to Zarnesti. We then travel along an undulating tree-lined road to reach a quiet rural B road through wooded valleys and hamlets. After a final descent from Holbav we reach Wolkendorf for a relaxing lunch and cold beer. From here we travel to the historic Saxon town of Brasov for our final night.

  • Today we have the chance to relax and enjoy wandering through the historic streets of Brasov. Our guide will lead a tour through the old city explaining the fascinating stories thoughout Brasov’s history. There will be time for you to explore further on your own and take the cable car up to Tampa and the restaurant with panoramic views. After supper you will be taken to the airport for your evening flight. (Brasov flights only)