Șureanu Ski Area
About Șureanu Ski Area
The Șureanu Ski Area lies in the heart of the Șureanu Mountains, in the commune of Șugag in Alba county, on the border with Hunedoara. The slopes run down from the alpine plateau between Șureanu Peak (2,059 m) and Aușel Peak (2,009 m), while further south rises Vârfu lui Pătru (2,130 m), the highest summit of the range. People have skied here since 2010, and the area is run by Ski Surianu.
The place is remote, far from towns and reached only by a mountain road, and the snow usually lasts from late November or December to April, depending on the year. This gives it a wild feel, with stretches of ungroomed snow suited to snowboarding and freeriding alongside the groomed runs.
What you can see
The ten slopes add up to about 12.3 km and are grouped on three slopes of the mountain: Aușel, Curmătura and Șureanu. Some start in the open alpine zone, at around 2,000 m, and run broadly across the plateau; others run down through the forest. They are served by the Aușel chairlift and the Curmătura and Șureanu drag lifts.
From the top, weather permitting, you can see Vârfu lui Pătru and the Parâng to the south, the Cindrel and Lotru Mountains to the east and the Retezat to the west. About 1.5 km north of the slopes, below Șureanu Peak, lies Lake Șureanu, a glacial lake at 1,737 m.
Good to know
The road from Lake Oașa up to the slopes is a mountain road, unpaved in places: in winter, snow chains may be needed. The lifts run depending on snow, wind and the number of skiers, and at the start and end of the season only a few slopes are open.
Information verified on 3 November 2026.
- Skiing down from the open alpine zone, at around 2,000 m, on the broad slopes of the plateau.
- The runs that drop through the forest below the open alpine zone.
- The view of Vârfu lui Pătru, the Parâng and the Retezat from the upper part of the slopes.
- Lake Șureanu, a glacial lake about 1.5 km north of the slopes, below Șureanu Peak.
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
By car: from Sebeș, take the DN67C (Transalpina) through Șugag to Lake Oașa, then the mountain road up to the slopes; ~71 km in all (~2 hours). From Alba Iulia it is ~85 km (~2 hours 10 minutes), via Sebeș. The last stretch, from Lake Oașa, is narrow and unpaved in places: in winter carry chains or winter tyres and check the road conditions before you set off.
- Where to park
There are two car parks at the foot of the slopes, Raluca and Ada.
- Fees & discounts
Entry to the area is free. For the lifts, day passes or points cards are sold at the foot of the slopes; a ride on the chairlift costs more points than one on a drag lift. Prices may change from one season to the next.
- Rules
On the slopes, keep to the markings and safety rules. In the mountains, stay on waymarked trails, with warm clothes and suitable footwear: at 2,000 m the weather changes quickly, and wind and blizzards can stop the lifts. Do not leave rubbish behind and do not feed wild animals.
- Facilities
Accommodation and a restaurant at the foot of the slopes · two equipment hire centres · bars and three après-ski spots on the slopes · live webcams
Frequently asked questions about Șureanu Ski Area
How much is a ticket to Șureanu Ski Area?
Admission to Șureanu Ski Area is free (ski pass at the foot of the slopes). More under “Fees & discounts”
What are the opening hours of Șureanu Ski Area?
Opening hours at Șureanu Ski Area: daily open 24 hours. More under “Opening hours”
How long does a visit to Șureanu Ski Area take?
A visit to Șureanu Ski Area takes about 4½ – 5 hours (a day's skiing).
Can you visit Șureanu Ski Area with kids?
Yes, Șureanu Ski Area is suitable for children (easy slopes).
How do I get to Șureanu Ski Area?
Șureanu Ski Area is located at Tău Bistra, at the foot of the Curmătura and Șureanu slopes, Șugag, Alba County. More under “Getting there”
When is the best time to visit Șureanu Ski Area?
The best season for Șureanu Ski Area: December – April (the ski season, snow permitting).
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