The year in Neamț

Durău Park is an ideal slope for sledding and skiing, both for amateurs and advanced skiers. With a length of 406 meters and a width of at least 62 meters, a level difference of 35 meters and an average degree of difficulty, the slope was reopened to the public in 2012. The ski lift system was upgraded in December 2018 consisting of a double cross chairlift system, with a total transport capacity of 1200 people/hour. There is also a slope (less than 200 meters) and platter lift for beginners, intended for use of children, beginners and for sledging. In the vicinity of the main slope there is a ski and sledging equipment rental center. Snow cannons, night lighting are also available. For those willing to learn practicing winter sports, skiing and snowboarding monitors are willing to offer assistance.

Durău Resort is a special and favorite place for tourists all year round. Here is the starting point for two routes leading to the plateau on Ceahlău Massif, the only holy mountain in the Romania, and the second in the Christian world, after Mount Athos, having its Dedication Day on the 6th of August. Not few are the tourists who, once on top of Ceahlău Massif, hardly wait to come back again, as the mountain fascinates through the amazing panoramic views, the charming trails, and numerous rocks carrying stories and legends of their own.

Snow Festival includes ski and sledding competitions, spectacular slalom or speed skiing, laser light games, fireworks, music and disco party with well-known artists, and many other surprises.

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– revitalizing and promoting the Romanian folk music and folklore, through vocal and instrumental music, and traditional Romanian folk costumes;

– promoting the collection and interpretation of traditional music, alongside with the reinterpretation of old pieces, of great value and representativeness, by young people;

– raising the awareness of young people of the fact that traditional music represents a fundamental cultural value, and is a priceless part of the intangible heritage, must be widely known and well-preserved.

Petrodava Fortress is an exemplary achievement of the Dacian civilization and one of the oldest human settlements in Romania, dating back to 2nd century BC.

The program of the festival includes demonstrations of Dacian-Roman Military Techniques, ancient dances, night parade with lit torches, gladiator battles, craft camps and workshops where participants can witness the whole process of coin making (replicas), exactly as it was unfolded two millennia ago.

The festival will be attended by a numerous public while the largest reenactors groups in Romania (with staffs of over 100 individuals) will participate in reenactments of historical events.

Piatra Fest is organized annually and marks Piatra-Neamț city days through street performances, various cultural, artistic and sports events, and also musical shows entertained by the most appreciated musical bands in Romania.

As part of Piatra Fest, Piatra Food Fest is also taking place in the Youth Park in Piatra Neamț. The festival offers a wide display of dishes, both traditional and international ones, a true gastronomic delight that addressed all audiences.

Throughout the event, at the stage set up in Youth Park and Lido in Piatra Neamț, teens enjoy listening to remixes by the best DJs in Piatra Neamț.

Piatra-Neamț undoubtedly has one of the most spectacular downhill trails in Romania: a trail with a flow, offering much fun, amateur friendly, and technical enough to stimulate interest and competition.

The trail was especially designed and adapted to the natural conditions of the mountain region (provided the level difference and soil type), thus testing the resistance and skills of riders on sandy terrain and high temperatures, factors that increase the speed of the ride.

The mountain bike (CROSS-COUNTRY XC) trail was arranged on Cozla Hill and Cârlomanul Hill, and consists of road sections paved with cubic stone, forestry roads, footpaths and rough terrain. The trail is adequately marked using symbol warning and regulatory signs, as well as trail blazing.

The trail offers spectacular views of the surroundings: Cozla, Cârlomanul, Pietricica and Cernegura hills, and also over Piatra Neamț city, River Bistrița valley, Lake Bâtca Doamnei, and up to the horizon line, where Ceahlău Massif majestically stands tall.

The Carpathian Mountain Running Circuit, which also includes “Bate Toaca” Marathon, is above all a challenge addressed to all of us, Romanians, to travel more and discover the diverse and unique landscape of the Carpathians, to feel the warmth that surrounds us wherever our steps lead us, to discover our true selves and thus go back to the core values guiding our lives, the primordial virtues of human nature: respect for Earth and life in all its diversity, sincerity, simplicity, loyalty, and kindness.

Among the competitions that are included in the Carpathian Mountain Running Circuit, we mention: Brașov Marathon, Apuseni msg system Marathon, Roșia Montană, Rodnei Sky Race, Cozia Mountain Run, Bate Toaca Marathon, Retezat Marathon, Hargita Trail Running, Ultra Trail Fagaraș, Piatra Craiului Marathon.

All tests of the competition are designed in such a way as to prove the participants’ practical and orientation skills, and above all, their sense of humor, beside the rowing techniques. The competition mainly addresses amateurs, being spiced with funny tests. At the end of the contest, the best rowers receive diplomas, medals and prizes.

Competition categories: “The lonely rower” – for those who want to row alone “Two in distress make sorrow less” – for pairs / double mixed “Family is fun” – for families with 2 adults and one child up to 10 years “Young Hope” – for children up to 12 years old

Participation in the contest is free, provided prior registration.

The event is organized by Maia Outdoor and “La Caiace” Recreational Complex.

The aim of the festival is to stir the usual boundaries in search for inspiration to keep classical music alive with interested audiences for the next generation of artists.

The Festival presents a multi-faceted personality, showcasing world-renowned concert pianists and maestros. It will also provide an innovative platform for artistic fusions between piano music and other art forms, facilitate networking between the artists and concert promoters and be a catalyst for future artistic ideas and developments. The Festival also embraces the role of educating young up-and-coming musicians and artists, while welcoming all kind of audiences ready to engage with Romania’s heritage and people.

In mid-September, everyone is expected in Neamț County to fully enter the fantastic atmosphere of classical music.

Website: https://neamtmusicfestival.com/2019/

The festival gathers the most spectacular folklore groups and ensambles of winter customs and traditions, both from Romania and abroad, in Piatra Neamț. Groups of youth and old men alike, greet their audiences with the beauty of carols and religious theme dramas, and also spectacular mask dances – she-goat, stag, bear, young horsemen dance, displaying a rich and varied repertoire, which impresses by message, folk costumes, and music. Their singing and dancing engage large numbers of participants in a ceremonially festive atmosphere, which is also competitive and jolly.

The participating folklore groups will display the traditional costumes, songs and dance specific to their area of ​​origin, resulting in a parade following a route that runs through the city center. At the end of the parade, all folklore groups and ensambles will perform in a Gala show on the stage set on the Royal Court in Piatra Neamț, to the extraordinary delight of the audience.