# Casa Baraj Ski Slope

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> A small ski area at Văliug, on the shore of Lake Gozna, at the foot of the Semenic: an easy slope with a chairlift and a short, difficult one with a drag lift, both floodlit for night skiing.

**At a glance:** Ski slopes in Văliug, Caraș-Severin County. Opening hours: daily open 24 hours. Ticket: Free. The visit takes 3½ – 4 hours. Information verified on 3 November 2026.

## Key facts

- **Opening hours:** daily open 24 hours — The area at the foot of the slope is open at all times. In winter, when there is enough snow, the slope runs daily, usually from 09:00 to 18:00; both slopes are floodlit for night skiing. In summer the chairlift takes you towards the adventure park.
- **Ticket:** Free
- **Visit duration:** 3½ – 4 hours — a day or an evening of skiing
- **With kids:** Yes — easy slope, instructors
- **Best season:** All year round — winter skiing, summer adventure park
- **Address:** DJ582, next to the Lake Gozna dam, Crivaia, Văliug, Caraș-Severin County
- **Coordinates:** 45.21699, 22.02737
- **Phone:** +40 724 234 950
- **Website:** https://casa-baraj.ro/
- **Categories:** [Ski slopes](https://peplaiuri.ro/en/ski-slopes)

## About Casa Baraj Ski Slope

The Casa Baraj slope is the ski area of Văliug, in Caraș-Severin county, at the foot of the Semenic Mountains. It starts right on the shore of the Gozna reservoir, next to the dam that gives it its name, in the Crivaia holiday area, on the DJ582 county road between Reșița and Semenic. The slope was built by a private investor and opened in the winter of 2011–2012, and since then it has been the nearest place to ski for people from Reșița.

The ski area is small and suits mainly beginners and intermediate skiers. Being at low altitude, it keeps its snow with the help of a snowmaking system; the long runs that come down from Semenic on forest roads also end here, at Văliug.

### What you can see

The chairlift sets off near the lake and climbs through the forest; beside it runs the Casa Baraj slope, about 800 m long and easy. From the top also starts the Casa Baraj Special slope, about 250 m long and difficult, served by a drag lift. Both slopes are floodlit for evening skiing. At the foot of the slope are the restaurant, the après-ski area with a view of the lake and the equipment hire centre.

In summer the chairlift takes you towards the Gozna-Vulturi adventure park, in the forest above the lake, and at the foot of the slope you can hire SUP boards for the lake.

### Good to know

The ski area is at low altitude, so the season depends on the cold: in mild winters the opening may be delayed. The long runs from Semenic, which end at Văliug, have no lifts to take you back up.

## Don't miss

- Skiing down the easy Casa Baraj slope, about 800 m long, suited to your first steps on skis.
- The short, steep Casa Baraj Special slope, served by a drag lift.
- Evening skiing on the floodlit slopes above the lake.
- A break at the après-ski, with a view of Lake Gozna.
- The chairlift ride up towards the Gozna-Vulturi adventure park, in summer.

## Good to know before you go

### Getting there

**By car:** from Reșița, take the DJ582 towards Văliug and Semenic, ~25 km (~40 minutes); the slope is ~2 km past the centre of Văliug village, next to the Lake Gozna dam. From Timișoara it is ~121 km (~2 hours 25 minutes), via Reșița, and from Caransebeș ~57 km (~1 hour 15 minutes). In winter, carry winter equipment for the car.

### Fees & discounts

Entry to the area at the foot of the slope is free. Equipment hire costs, per day: skis 35 lei (children 25 lei), ski boots 20 lei, poles 5 lei, snowboard 35 lei, snowboard boots 25 lei. Prices may change from one season to the next.

### Rules

On the slope, keep to the markings and safety rules; the Casa Baraj Special slope is for experienced skiers only. In the mountains, stay on waymarked trails, with warm clothes and suitable footwear. Bears live in the Semenic forests: do not leave food or rubbish behind and do not feed the animals.

### Facilities

Restaurant and après-ski at the foot of the slope · equipment hire · ski and snowboard instructors · live webcams · accommodation in Văliug and Crivaia

## Details

- **Total slope length:** 1.05 km
- **Lifts:** 2
- **Night skiing:** Yes

## Frequently asked questions about Casa Baraj Ski Slope

**How much is a ticket to Casa Baraj Ski Slope?**

Admission to Casa Baraj Ski Slope is free. More under “Fees & discounts”.

**What are the opening hours of Casa Baraj Ski Slope?**

Opening hours at Casa Baraj Ski Slope: daily open 24 hours. More under “Opening hours”.

**How long does a visit to Casa Baraj Ski Slope take?**

A visit to Casa Baraj Ski Slope takes about 3½ – 4 hours (a day or an evening of skiing).

**Can you visit Casa Baraj Ski Slope with kids?**

Yes, Casa Baraj Ski Slope is suitable for children (easy slope, instructors).

**How do I get to Casa Baraj Ski Slope?**

Casa Baraj Ski Slope is located at DJ582, next to the Lake Gozna dam, Crivaia, Văliug, Caraș-Severin County. More under “Getting there”.

**When is the best time to visit Casa Baraj Ski Slope?**

The best season for Casa Baraj Ski Slope: All year round (winter skiing, summer adventure park).

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Last updated: 3 November 2026
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