While not as posh as Poiana Brasov, Predeal is still a top destination for mountain lovers and winter sports addicts in Romania. The resort is located about 25 kilometers from Brasov, in a scenic natural setting in the mountain pass that connects Transylvania to Wallachia.
The varied and relatively affordable accommodation options, the good ski runs, and the many hiking trails that await nature enthusiasts all year round are a few of the attractions that make Predeal a great holiday option.
Predeal is the town located at the highest altitude in Romania – 1033 meters.
The name of the settlement means “over the hill” and was adopted in 1875. Previously, the area was known as Podul Neagului.
The areas around Predeal, stretching over the sides of the Bucegi Mountains, are covered in forests that team with wildlife, including boar, wolves, deer and foxes.
Predeal is one of the best ski resorts in Romania. There are fewer ski runs than in Poiana Brasov, but at least one of them offers more challenges to expert skiers. Currently, nine slopes are open for skiing and snowboarding. For beginners and casual skiers, the best options are the short runs – Clabucet Sosire, Clabucet Scoala, Clabucet Varianta and Subtelescaun Varianta, all under a kilometer long. Those who look for a more challenging descent can try Cocosul (2250 meters) and Paraul Rece (520 meters), while experts will get their thrills from speeding down Clabucet (2100 meters) and Subtelescaun (1200 meters)