There’s no better place for networking with other mountain bikers than in Postavarul Massif – a hotspot for all of us looking to up our riding game and try the best trails in Romania.
But before you pack your bike, wouldn’t you rather have everything in order?
From where to spend the night to how to get on the best MTB trailheads, get ready to discover everything you need to know about Postavarul Massif and bike park right from your local mountain biking guides!
Let’s dive right in!
Postavarul Massif Bike Park
Postavarul Bike Park will be the highlight of your MTB trip to Brasov. Wood berms, tables, jumps, and a lot of features that’ll test your skills and challenge you to send lines you otherwise wouldn’t. Shoutout to the guys from @trail.bros and @elevationtrailworks for making it happen!
Like any bike park, you’ll be able to ride blue lines, red lines, and two black lines (no green line is yet available).
- The blue line is a trail with a lot of flow, switchbacks, and tables that you can either send or bail. It’s a relatively long trail, so definitely worth a try.
- The red line is a medium-sized trail with a neat wall ride made of wood. It has some features similar to the blue line, but its difficulty is on a whole ‘nother level.
- The two black lines are downhill trails that are sure-fire to deliver a ride packed with lots of cool features. These start from the cable car and end in Poiana Brasov (around 700m difference). One of them is techy-er than the other, but just as fun.
| Subscription Option | Adults | Kids |
|---|---|---|
| Bike pass from 12:00 | 140 Lei / 30 Eur | 100 Lei / 25 Eur |
| Bike pass from 12:00 "brasovenilor wednesday" | 70 Lei / 15 Eur | 50 Lei / 10 Eur |
| Bike pass from 14:00 | 100 Lei / 25 Eur | 80 Lei / 15 Eur |
| Bike pass from 14:00 "brasovenilor wednesday" | 50 Lei / 10 Eur | 40 Lei / 8 Eur |
| Bike pass for 4 hours (from activation) | 140 Lei / 28 Eur | 100 Lei / 25 Eur |
| Bike pass for 4 hours "brasovenilor wednesday" (from activation) | 70 Lei / 15 Eur | 50 Lei / 10 Eur |
| Bike pass one day | 160 Lei / 32 Eur | 110 Lei / 22 Eur |
| Bike pass one day "brasovenilor wednesday" | 80 Lei / 15 Eur | 55 Lei / 11 Eur |
| Bike pass 10 non-consecutive days | 1.200 Lei / 241 Eur | 800 Lei / 160 Eur |
| Card Warranty | 20 Lei / 4 Eur | 20 Lei / 4 Eur |
These are all trails that should match everyone’s skillset, so don’t worry if you’re not fully prepared to take on a black line.
We recommend full-face helmets, knee guards, elbow guards, gloves, and even body armor for the more advanced black lines.
Postavarul Massif MTB Trails
If you’re sick of bike parks and you’d rather ride some natural trails, we’ve got you covered there too!
One of the best mountain biking trails here in Postavarul is Crucur, leading you all the way to downtown Brasov. It’s a completely natural trail that mixes up rock gardens, roots, drops, jumps, switchbacks, and more to give you a full-on MTB experience.
There are lots of variations of Crucur, so you can ride it an entire day, and each ride will be different.
Some of our personal favorites are Crucur to Bazine, Crucur to Tobogane, and Crucur to Putreda.
To keep things real, we won’t translate the trail names, as you’ll find them in Romanian pretty much everywhere you look.
How To Get There
If you’re going up to Postavarul by cable car, the trailhead will be right there at the top. If you want to pedal up, you can do so on Familiar (pretty easy with an eBike), or on Drumul Rosu (it’s a steep gravel road, perfect for cross-country endurance training). This way, access to Crucur is through the Ruia plateau.
To get to Postavarul Massif with your bike, catch the bus with a bike shuttle from “Livada Postei” bus station – it’s only 4 Lei (less than one euro).
If you want to ride some trails with less traffic but just as fun, come with us on a guided MTB tour! Everything will be tailored to your preferences so you can really get to see all of the hidden beauties around Postavarul Massif, and not only!
Where To Eat On Postavarul Massif
Say you’ve been riding the whole day, and you want to grab something to eat before heading back. Or maybe you just want to enjoy a cold beer in a place with a spectacular view.
Here are some of our favorite places to eat when up on Postavarul.
Julius Römer Chalet or Postavarul Cabin
Julius Römer Chalet or Postavarul Cabin gets a lot of mountain bikers, so you’ll always feel welcome here. They serve a lot of traditional dishes, all made with natural ingredients they buy from locals. If you get here, you need to try their chocolate salami – just perfect after an exhausting day.
Yager Chalet
Yager Chalet is on the higher end of restaurants and hotels. This place has a 9.8 rating on Booking and for a good reason. If you’re a big spender and you want to indulge, this might be the perfect place to do so.
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Where To Sleep On Postavarul Massif
If you’ve come to Brasov exclusively to ride as much as you can, Postavarul Cabin remains undefeated. It’s a relatively affordable place with plenty of room options to spend a night with your friends, your partner, or alone.
Note: You can also charge your eBike here! The charges are already there, so don’t bother bringing yours. It might be a little more crowded on the weekends, but you’ll definitely have plenty of room during the week. You can charge any Bosch, Shimano, Yamaha, and Brose.
But if you’ve come to visit and discover more of what Brasov has to offer, our best recommendation would be to choose a place within the city, as you have a wider variety of restaurants, bars, and activities to choose from.
Besides, Poiana Brasov is twice as expensive.
We’ve tried and tested lots of hotels, hostels, AirBnBs, and cabins in our guided tours, but two places always come out on top.
Split Crib is a budget-friendly place equipped with everything you’d need to spend a couple of nights in Brasov. It’s a 9.2 on Booking, so definitely worth a try.
Bike House is yet another cool place specifically designed for and by mountain bikers (hence its name). This place is a 9.1 on Booking and offers three traditionally-inspired rooms that are sure to complement your stay in Brasov.
Safety When Mountain Biking In Postavarul Massif
We want to mention just a couple of things when it comes to safety when mountain biking in Postavarul.
- First, you’ll want to have life insurance if you’re coming from out of the country. If you live within the EU, the European Health Insurance Card will be enough.
- Second, if things go sideways on the trails, the Romanian Mountain Search and Rescue is well-equipped and have easy access to all trails. Fun fact: some of them are into mountain biking too!
Even in the worst-case scenario, Brosov’s Hospital is well-equipped, safe, and reliable.
From a different standpoint, bikes are mostly safe at the hotel or Airbnb you choose to stay.
Going solo might not be ideal if you’ve never been to Postavarul Massif and want to truly give it all.
This is mainly because you simply don’t know all the trails, let alone the best ones for your skill set.
And while Brasov is one of the safest counties in Romania, it’s also a breeding ground for bears, so you’ll want some extra caution while on trails.
At Massif Experience, we’re giving you a personalized tour where everything is handled for you. From bike rentals to shuttles around Brasov, you’re all covered. You’ll go out with a local guide that knows the best spots on Postavarul – even those not mapped on Trailforks, Trailguide, AllTrails, or whatever app you’re using!
Take your mountain bike vacation on Postavarul to the next level and let a professional guide you through the best MTB trails you’ll ever ride in Romania!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! We have several mountain bikes and eBikes that you can rent. However, we only rent equipment and bikes for our guided tours.
Of course! We’re doing individual mountain biking tours but also tours in groups. After trying multiple variations, we’ve discovered that a 4:1 ratio for riders and guides respectively is the best way to offer you a complete MTB experience.
Pretty much everywhere! We’ve even gone backcountry in Siberia a few years ago. Get in touch with us before your trip, tell us where do you want to go, and we’ll take care of everything from there. With that being said, you should know that the biggest mountain biking opportunities in Romania are around Brasov, namely Postavarul Massif, Bucegi Mtns, Piatra Craiului Massif, and the surrounding areas.
Depending on our availability, we can do tours as long as 7 days. All you need to do is contact us a few months in advance and we’ll discuss what’s the best plan for you to truly discover Romania on a mountain bike.