Izvoare Mountain Resort
About Izvoare Mountain Resort
Izvoare is a tourist area in the Igniș Mountains of Maramureș, set at about 900 m in Poiana Soarelui, on the edge of the forest, roughly 27 km from Baia Mare. Administratively it belongs to the commune of Desești, but the usual road comes from Baia Mare, through Firiza, past the reservoir. For a long time Izvoare was the ski area closest to the city, with chalets and short slopes; then winter activity stopped for a long period.
In 2022 a new operator, Izvoare Resort, reopened the slope and began renovating the chalets, and in December 2025 it opened an artificial slope, where you can ski and go tubing whatever the snow. Today the resort is a complex with accommodation, a restaurant and a spa at the foot of the slopes, suited above all to beginners and families.
What you can see
In winter, snow permitting, there are three slopes, about 1.2 km in total: Cora, 740 m long and of medium difficulty, reached by chairlift; Poiana Soarelui, 350 m and easy, with a drag lift and a conveyor belt; and the ski school slope, around 150 m, with an artificial surface or natural snow depending on the season. The ski school, rental centre and tubing and sledging area are here too.
In summer the artificial slope stays open for skiing and snowboarding, and around it there are drift karts, mountain karting, horse riding, quad bikes and buggies, a zip line, an adventure tower, a trampoline park and bike trails. A waymarked mountain trail with a red triangle also starts from the resort, towards Ciontolan-Arșița peak and Chiuzbaia.
Good to know
The chairlift and drag lift on the natural-snow slopes run only when the snow and the technical condition of the lifts allow; the artificial slope and tubing do not depend on snow. It is advisable to book activities in advance, especially at weekends and for groups, and some may be rescheduled in bad weather.
Information verified on 3 November 2026.
- The run down the 740 m Cora slope, reached by chairlift.
- First turns on skis on the ski school slope, with a conveyor belt.
- Tubing runs on the artificial surface, in summer and winter.
- The road to the resort past the Firiza reservoir.
- The red-triangle waymarked trail towards Ciontolan-Arșița peak and Chiuzbaia.
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
By car: from Baia Mare, take the DJ183 through Firiza, past the reservoir, up to the resort, ~27 km (~35 minutes). From Sighetu Marmației, take the DN18 towards Baia Mare and then the DJ183, ~49 km (~1 hour 15 minutes). In winter, check road conditions before setting off and carry winter equipment.
- Where to park
The resort has parking spaces for guests and for those coming for the activities, near the foot of the slopes.
- Fees & discounts
Access to the resort is free; activities are paid for separately. On the artificial slope, the adult ski pass costs 40 lei for one hour, 60 lei for 2 hours, 80 lei for 3 hours and 90 lei for 4 hours; for children and pensioners, 30, 40, 50 and 60 lei. A full ski or snowboard set can be hired for 120 lei for adults and 80 lei for children. Tubing costs 40 lei for 30 minutes and 60 lei for one hour (family tube: 50 and 70 lei). Guests staying at the resort get 10% off activities. Prices may change from one season to the next.
- Rules
On the slopes, follow the markings and safety rules; skiing on the artificial slope is recommended for children from about 6 years old, with an instructor for beginners. Every activity starts with a briefing. In the mountains, stick to waymarked trails, with warm clothing and suitable footwear. Do not leave food or litter in nature and do not feed the animals.
- Facilities
Accommodation and restaurant at the foot of the slopes · spa · ski and snowboard equipment hire · ski school · tubing and sledging · snowmobile, quad bike and bicycle hire
Frequently asked questions about Izvoare Mountain Resort
How much is a ticket to Izvoare Mountain Resort?
Admission to Izvoare Mountain Resort is free (artificial slope: 40 lei/hour). More under “Fees & discounts”
What are the opening hours of Izvoare Mountain Resort?
Opening hours at Izvoare Mountain Resort: daily open 24 hours. More under “Opening hours”
How long does a visit to Izvoare Mountain Resort take?
A visit to Izvoare Mountain Resort takes about 3½ – 4 hours (a day of skiing or activities).
Can you visit Izvoare Mountain Resort with kids?
Yes, Izvoare Mountain Resort is suitable for children (tubing, beginners' slope).
How do I get to Izvoare Mountain Resort?
Izvoare Mountain Resort is located at DJ183, Desești no. 415, at the foot of the Cora slope, Desești, Maramureș County. More under “Getting there”
When is the best time to visit Izvoare Mountain Resort?
The best season for Izvoare Mountain Resort: All year round (skiing in winter, activities in summer).
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