Rarău Ski Slope
About Rarău Ski Slope
The Rarău ski slope runs down the northern flank of Mount Rarău, just south of the town of Câmpulung Moldovenesc, on the DJ175A county road towards Chiril, in the Izvorul Alb valley. Work began in 2009, stopped for several years for lack of money, resumed in 2016, and the slope was opened in January 2019 as a municipal investment, funded mostly by the Ministry of Tourism.
The slope faces north and lies in a forested area where the snow lasts a long time, and its base is only a few kilometres from the town centre. In winter it is a place for a day or a weekend of skiing in Bukovina; in summer, the gondola takes visitors up towards the Rarău plateau.
What you can see
The gondola starts at the foot of the slope, in the Izvorul Alb valley, and climbs in a few minutes to 1,220 m, above the spruce forest. From the top, the intermediate slope runs down for 2.84 km to 756 m, with a vertical drop of 455 m, along a corridor cut through the forest, 30–80 m wide. The slope is floodlit for evening skiing and has snowmaking equipment. At the top station there is a relaxation area, and from there a waymarked trail climbs towards the Pietrele Doamnei area and the Rarău chalet.
Good to know
There is only one lift on the slope, the gondola; there are no chairlifts or drag lifts. The ski season depends heavily on snow and weather: the start can be delayed until January, and operations may be suspended for a few days when the weather is bad. In summer the gondola runs only on certain days, usually at weekends.
Information verified on 3 November 2026.
- The gondola ride above the spruce forest, up to 1,220 m.
- The run of almost 3 km down the slope corridor, nearly to the edge of town.
- Evening skiing on the floodlit slope.
- The waymarked trail from the top station towards the Pietrele Doamnei area, in summer.
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
By car: the foot of the slope is on the southern edge of Câmpulung Moldovenesc, on the DJ175A (Strada Izvorul Alb), ~9 km and ~15 minutes from the town centre. From Suceava it is ~70 km (~1 hour 40 minutes), from Gura Humorului ~37 km (~55 minutes) and from Vatra Dornei ~51 km (~1 hour 25 minutes). In winter, make sure your car is equipped for winter conditions.
- Where to park
At the foot of the slope there is a car park with about 250 spaces, charged at 4 lei per hour between 07:00 and 20:00, with the first 30 minutes free; a lost ticket costs 50 lei. When the car park is full, a bus links it with an intermediate car park.
- Fees & discounts
Entry to the foot of the slope is free. A single gondola ride costs 35 lei for adults and 25 lei for children aged 7–14. A 1-day card costs 170 lei (children 110 lei), a half-day card (14:00–19:00) 90 lei (children 60 lei), 2 days 280 lei (children 190 lei), 3 days 400 lei, 4 days 500 lei and 5 days 600 lei; multi-day cards can also be used on non-consecutive days within the same season. There are also points cards, valid for one season: 10 points 110 lei (children 70 lei), 20 points 180 lei (children 110 lei), 120 points 530 lei; one ride costs 2 points. The card deposit is 20 lei. Prices may change from one season to the next.
- Rules
On the slope, keep to the markings and safety rules, and board the gondola only in turn. In the mountains, stay on waymarked trails, with warm clothes and suitable footwear; the weather changes quickly on Rarău. Bears live in the surrounding forests: do not leave food or rubbish behind and do not feed the animals.
- Facilities
Ticket office and car park at the foot of the slope · equipment hire and servicing · ski and snowboard school · equipment shop · relaxation area at the top station · live webcam
Frequently asked questions about Rarău Ski Slope
How much is a ticket to Rarău Ski Slope?
Admission to Rarău Ski Slope is free (1-day ski pass: 170 lei). More under “Fees & discounts”
What are the opening hours of Rarău Ski Slope?
Opening hours at Rarău Ski Slope: daily open 24 hours. More under “Opening hours”
How long does a visit to Rarău Ski Slope take?
A visit to Rarău Ski Slope takes about 3½ – 4 hours (a day's skiing or a ride up).
Can you visit Rarău Ski Slope with kids?
Yes, Rarău Ski Slope is suitable for children (reduced prices for ages 7–14).
Where can I park at Rarău Ski Slope?
There is paid parking at Rarău Ski Slope (at the foot of the slope, 4 lei/hour). More under “Where to park”
How do I get to Rarău Ski Slope?
Rarău Ski Slope is located at Strada Izvorul Alb 165 (DJ175A), at the foot of the slope, Câmpulung Moldovenesc, Suceava County. More under “Getting there”
When is the best time to visit Rarău Ski Slope?
The best season for Rarău Ski Slope: All year round (skiing in winter, gondola in summer).
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