The 2024 Season Reopening for the Crișcior Narrow-Gauge Railway (Hunedoara)

Good day, dear tourism and history enthusiasts! With great pleasure, we announce the reopening of the 2024 season for the Crișcior-Brad Narrow-Gauge Railway, one of the oldest and most picturesque narrow-gauge railway lines in Romania. This event is an important moment for promoting tourism in the Brad-Crișcior area and a symbol of preserving Transylvanian railway traditions.

The Crișcior-Brad Railway Route

The Crișcior-Brad Railway Route unfolds in Hunedoara County, in the western part of the Apuseni Mountains, offering a unique perspective on the historic mining landscapes. With a length of approximately 24 kilometers, the route follows the course of the Crișcior River, providing a particularly picturesque and emotional experience.

The Steam Train - A Nostalgic Journey

The steam train, which operates regularly on weekends, offers a nostalgic and ideal journey for families who want to explore the local industrial heritage. We invite you to embark on a journey through time, discovering the history and beauty of the area.

Timetable

Starting with the 2024 season, the Crișcior-Brad Railway will operate on weekends, with regular departures from Crișcior Station. The timetable will be as follows:

Saturday: departure from Crișcior at 10:00 and 14:00, respectively return from Brad at 12:00 and 16:00 Sunday: departure from Crișcior at 10:00 and 14:00, respectively return from Brad at 12:00 and 16:00

Tourist Activities and Attractions

Besides the particularly picturesque experience offered by the Crișcior-Brad Railway, the Brad-Crișcior area offers a variety of tourist activities and attractions:

Guided tours of historic mining areas Hiking on the mountain trails of the Apuseni Mountains Visiting museums and historic sites in the area Tasting traditional dishes and local drinks

Accommodation and Tourist Services

To ensure a particularly pleasant experience, the Brad-Crișcior area offers a variety of accommodation options and tourist services:

Pensions and hotels with local character Restaurants and cafes serving traditional dishes Tourist agencies and local guides Leisure activities and outdoor sports

Conclusion

The reopening of the 2024 season for the Crișcior-Brad Railway is an important event for promoting tourism in the Brad-Crișcior area and a symbol of preserving Transylvanian railway traditions. We invite you to embark on a journey through time, discover the history and beauty of the area, and enjoy the particularly picturesque experience offered by the Crișcior-Brad Railway.