2. About Arieşeni
At an altitude of 1000 meters, in the heart of Bihor Mountains in
Transylvania, lies Arieşeni. First documented in 1909 (under the
name Lăpuş), the site is a resort in training. In 1924, Arieşeni split
from Scărişoara and Gârda de Sus, which until then formed
Scărişoara village. Today, Arieşeni consists of 18 villages and has
1860 inhabitants and a growing number of tourists who choose to
spend their holidays here and find nice accommodation in 2 to 4 stars
Bed and breakfasts.
3. The annual average temperature ranges between -10 , -5 Celsius degrees in
winter and average 25 Celsius degrees in summer. Arieşeni is paradise for tourists,
because besides being extremely beautiful, it has a very rare advantage: due to the
weather conditions, the mountains are covered in snow for a long period time
throughout the year. More specifically, one can ski at least 4 months per year.
Therefore, in winter, the four natural slopes from Vârtop are full of winter sports
lovers.
4. But there's more: Arieşeni, Apuseni Mountains in general, is
a place full of perfect sites just waiting to be visited. Some host
unparalleled beauty, others stand to remind of tradition in these
parts. Nature lovers will feel at ease because Arieşeni is a
friendly place for hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, outdoor
picnics, canoeing, Nordic walking or trekking. Locals are
known for their patience with which manufacture household
items, craft inherited from their ancestors – moţi. Thus, Arieşeni
spreads everything about tradition and culture, aiming to keep
the legend of the place alive.
5. The hospitable locals, the jaw-dropping surroundings, the
fresh air and the smiles on the sports fans’ faces make Arieşeni a
perfect destination in both summer and winter. Whatever the
purpose of the visit: relaxation, walking, sport or tourist
activities – Arieşeni will not dissapoint in any respect.
Come and see for yourself!
6. Location - how to get here - connections
Arieşeni is located in the Apuseni Mountains, the
foothills of Bihor, in Alba county.
Access
By plane: the closest airports are in Oradea (121 km away, about
2 hours drive) and Cluj (158 km away, about 2 hours and 30
minutes drive)
By car or bus or minibus: Access by car is on DN75 on the
following routes:
•Cluj Napoca - Turda – Campeni – Arieseni
•Alba Iulia - Zlatna - Abrud - Câmpeni - Arieşeni
•Oradea - Beiuş - Arieşeni
•Deva - Brad - Vârfurile - Arieşeni
•Timişoara - Arad - Ineu - Vârfurile - Arieşeni
