Jiu Valley
Explore the Jiu Valley through adventure, mountains and outdoor sports.
About the area
What Jiu Valley has to offer
The Jiu Valley combines mountain scenery with mining heritage and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The area gives access to the Parâng and Vâlcan mountains and suits hiking, trekking, cycling, mountain biking, rafting where conditions allow, and winter sports. The Straja and Parâng resorts round out the offer in the cold season.
What to see in Jiu Valley
The mountain scenery, the mining tradition, Straja, Parâng and the Jiu Gorge.
Local character
The area's identity is strongly tied to its mining communities, as well as to the pastoral traditions and cooking of the surrounding mountains.
Seasons
What to do in Jiu Valley in each season
Spring
Spring suits hiking and cycling.
Summer
Summer is ideal for trekking, MTB, camping and outdoor adventures.
Autumn
Autumn suits hiking and photography.
Winter
Winter is the main season for skiing and snowboarding in the local resorts.
Practical information
The area can be visited all year round, with different activities depending on the season.
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