Holiday apartment in Vărșag amid mountain scenery and living traditions

Vărșag combines distinctive mountain scenery with traditional crafts, regional cuisine and unusual experiences.

Volcanic basin and elevation in the southern Gurghiu Mountains

Vărșag lies in a volcanic basin in the southern Gurghiu Mountains, at approximately 830 to 1,050 metres above sea level. This elevation provides a specific geographical framework for planning a stay in Vărșag. The location in the basin of the southern Gurghiu Mountains is therefore just as relevant as the elevation range.

Csorgókő Waterfall: Winter colours and short access route

The Csorgókő Waterfall near Vărșag can freeze in two colours in winter due to the minerals in the water. The Csórgókő Waterfall can be reached via a paved road as far as a car park; from there, it is a two-minute walk to the foot of the waterfall. Access can therefore be planned in successive stages: the paved road, the car park and the two-minute walk. The stated time refers to the walk from the car park to the foot of the waterfall, not to the drive along the road.

Crafts, Zsindelyország and viewing tower

Roofing shingles are still split by hand in Vărșag today; this is the origin of the name “Zsindelyország” (“Shingle Land”). This work remains part of the local crafts tradition in Vărșag. Near Tălașbérce stands a reconstructed wooden viewing tower offering views across a large part of Vărșag. The wooden shingles and the viewing tower are in different locations: the handcraft in Vărșag and the tower near Tălașbérce.

Medvebarlang and the Málnaszüret Festival

The local restaurant Medvebarlang offers guests traditional flavours from the Odorhei region. The Málnaszüret Festival began in 1980 as an event preserving the traditions of the villages along the Great Târnava and takes place on the first weekend of August. The historical beginning in 1980 is therefore part of the festival’s history, while the first weekend of August provides its annual timing. If you are staying in August, this festival date can be included in your plans.

Mountain Cart with chairlift

Mountain Cart - SkiVarsag has a 1,200-metre Mountain Cart track in Vărșag. At Mountain Cart - SkiVarsag, riders are taken uphill by chairlift. On the Mountain Cart experience, the uphill transport is followed by the ride on the track. Both the chairlift and the length of the Mountain Cart track are therefore relevant when planning your visit.

Access via county road and minibus

The usual road connection to Vărșag is via county road 138B, which branches off road 138 near the Zetea Reservoir. The road route therefore leads from the junction near the Zetea Reservoir via county road 138B to Vărșag. In addition, minibuses connect the bus station in Odorheiu Secuiesc with the central area of Vărșag. The minibus route starts at the bus station in Odorheiu Secuiesc and extends to the central area of Vărșag.

For the main travel overview: Varsag.