Winter
Ski resorts in Romania
The Carpathians offer over a dozen ski resorts, from the buzz of Poiana Brașov to the high-altitude freeride of Bâlea Lac. Pick your mountain.
Poiana Brașov
Postăvaru Mountains, Brașov
Romania's largest and best-known ski resort, with slopes for every level, a cable car, hotels and après-ski — 12 km from Brașov.
★ All levels, families
Explore the area →Sinaia
Bucegi Mountains, Prahova
The Pearl of the Carpathians: a cable car from town up to the Bucegi plateau, long slopes above 2,000 m and the best alpine views on the Prahova Valley.
★ Intermediate–advanced
Explore the area →Predeal
Bucegi/Baiu Mountains, Brașov
Romania's highest town, with gentle slopes ideal for beginners and families, at the crossroads of the valleys.
★ Beginners, families
Explore the area →Bușteni & Azuga
Bucegi Mountains, Prahova
Bușteni rises by cable car toward the Bucegi plateau and the Sphinx, while Azuga has the Prahova Valley's longest slope and sparkling-wine cellars.
★ All levels
Explore the area →Straja
Vâlcan Mountains, Hunedoara
The largest ski area in the west, above Lupeni, with over 25 km of slopes and good snow late into the season.
★ All levels
Explore the area →Rânca
Parâng Mountains, Gorj
A young, fast-growing resort on the Transalpina, with sunny high-altitude slopes and views over the Parâng ridges.
★ Beginner–intermediate
Explore the area →Vatra Dornei
Bukovina, Suceava
Skiing and spa in the heart of Bukovina: the Dealul Negru slope, mineral waters and mofettes, in a resort of long tradition.
★ All levels
Explore the area →Păltiniș
Cindrel Mountains, Sibiu
Romania's oldest mountain resort (1894), high above Sibiu, with clean pine air and quiet slopes.
★ Beginner–intermediate
Explore the area →Arieșeni
Apuseni Mountains, Alba
The most popular resort in the Apuseni, with slopes among the firs and moți villages, near caves and waterfalls.
★ All levels
Explore the area →Borșa
Rodna Mountains, Maramureș
The gateway to the Rodna Mountains, with a former Olympic slope, a ski jump and access to the Horses' Waterfall and the Prislop pass.
★ All levels
Explore the area →Durău
Ceahlău Massif, Neamț
A quiet resort at the foot of the Ceahlău, ideal for families and winter hikes toward the holy mountain.
★ Beginners, families
Explore the area →Bâlea Lac
Făgăraș Mountains, Sibiu
High-altitude skiing by the Bâlea glacial lake on the Transfăgărășan, next to the famous Ice Hotel — terrain for freeriding and ski touring.
★ Advanced, freeride
Explore the area →Experiences
Winter tours & activities
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See all experiencesFrequently asked questions
When is the ski season in Romania?+
Roughly December to March, with the best snow usually in January and February. Higher resorts like Sinaia and Transalpina stay open longest.
Which is the best ski resort in Romania?+
Poiana Brașov is the largest and most popular, ideal for beginners and families; Sinaia has the highest slopes for more experienced skiers.
Are Romania's ski resorts good for beginners?+
Yes — Poiana Brașov and Predeal have gentle, well-serviced slopes and ski schools with English-speaking instructors.
