Poiana Brasov and Postăvarul Peak
The best nature escape you can get at just half hour from Brașov, Poiana Brașov mountain resort is a great getaway at any time of year. In summer you can wander around, admiring the beautiful mountains that surround you and breathing the fresh mountain air. If you are up for a hike, you can take the path that goes to Postăvarul Peak, at 1,724 metres (5,656ft). The trail follows the ski slopes and forest roads. Once up there, take your time to admire the wonderful vistas that lay in front of your eyes.
In winter, Poiana Brașov lures winter-sports lovers that flee from all over the country to ski, snowboard and snow tube on its 20-kilometre (12.4-mile) slopes.