Rosia, Bihor - on two wheels in the picturesque paradise of Romania
Cycling distance is between 25 and 35 km/day. The riding surface is mainly asphalt (95%) and gravel (5%). Recommended for weekend cyclists or cyclists with minimal physical training. Routes can be adapted to be more difficult or easier depending on group composition and fitness level.
Operator: Biciclez.ro
email: contact@biciclez.ro
phone: +40 746 972 418
website: www.biciclez.ro
Guiding in: Romanian, English, German
PROGRAMME SUMMARY
We offer 3 relaxing days with lots of cultural anecdotes. Roșia is situated in the north of Beiuș Country, at the foot of the Pădurea Craiului Mountains, on the Roșia Valley. In a picturesque, quiet and beautiful area, we will exercise our imagination and admire from the saddle one of the most complex karst areas in Romania.
The first day is designed to disconnect you from everyday life. We invite you to relax in restored traditional houses that will be our “home away from home” during the trip. After arrival, we set off on a hiking trail to the Cuților gorges to get acquainted with Padurea Craiului mountains.
After the hike, we’ll have a glass of pălincă or cherry brandy and some delectable food at the guesthouse in front of a charming sunset, followed by a campfire. With low light pollution, the area is a paradise for stargazers.
- 14:00 – 16:00 Check in
- 16:00 – 19:00 Hiking on the Cutilor Gorge
- 19:00 – 20:00 Dinner and campfire
On the second day, we set off on our first cycling tour. First stop is the village of Remetea where we will visit the reformed church, a historical monument. We then head to the village of Drăgoteni, where we will visit an egg-painting workshop. Here we also have lunch, which will give us the strength to cycle to the spectacular Meziad cave.
- 09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 – 11:00 Reformed church in Remetea. Pedal to Drăgoteni
- 11:00 – 13:00 Egg-painting workshop
- 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
- 14:00 – 15:00 Departure to Meziad Cave
- 15:00 – 16:00 Meziad Cave
- 16:00 – 18:00 Return to accommodation
- 18:00 – 20:00 Free program
- 20:00 – 21:00 Dinner
On the third day we discover the underground universe in the only accessible crystal cave in Romania, the Crystal Cave from Farcu mine. Later we taste fresh delicacies from a local trout farm, visit the only water mill in the area and cycle through the picturesque villages of Padurea Craiului Mountains.
- 09:00 – 10:00 Traditional breakfast
- 10:00 – 12:00 Pedal to the Crystal Cave from Farcu mine
- 12:30 – 13:00 Departure to Lazuri trout farm
- 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
- 14:00 – 14:30 Visit to the water mill in Roșia
- 14:30 – 17:00 Return to accommodation
Additionally, you can opt for the 4th day of cycle touring
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ACCOMMODATION AND MEAL
Accommodation in restored traditional house. More details on https://www.traditionalcasa.ro/complexul-casa-traditionala_265
Breakfast: Open buffet with traditional products
Dinner: traditional Romanian (can be adapted to the guests’ requirements)
On request there is the possibility to cater for specific dietary needs (vegetarian or vegan diet).
PRICES AND SERVICES
Rates vary according to group size and specific services included.
For details of rates: contact@biciclez.ro, Phone: 0746 972 418
Services offered: accommodation, meals, guiding, entrance to caves and other sights, equipment rental.
Note: extra charge applies for single accommodation.
MINIMUM EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
- Backpack for one-day tours
- Raincoat
- A warm sweatshirt
- Sunglasses
- Sports equipment
- Cycling trousers (optional)
Biciclez.ro provides mountain or electric bikes in the size of each participant, helmet and protective gloves for a fee.
ABOUT US
Our motto is: “Enjoy the beautiful Romanian countryside from the saddle of your bike!”
The Biciclez.ro story started with a charity ride in 2017: cycling across Europe from London, UK to Oradea, Romania.
Two years later, the Biciclez.ro family has grown with passionate people determined to show the uniqueness and beauty of the Romanian countryside.
Since then, we have been providing spectacular trails, unique activities, good humour and mountain bikes, road bikes, electric bikes and protective equipment.
Our services give you the chance to participate in monthly events in unique locations in the Apuseni Mountains. Our events combine cycling with activities such as adventure sports (caving, via ferrata, rafting), cultural activities (ethnographic museums, pottery workshops, nature photography courses) and relaxation activities (swimming pool, sauna, massage, yoga and meditation courses).
All this combined with waterfalls, mountain peaks, underground glaciers as well as tasting local dishes will make your holiday unforgettable.
Biciclez.ro also organises customised bike holidays, both guided and unguided, for you and your friends. All you have to do is join the Biciclez.ro community!