Rânca – The Ultimate Mountain Resort in Gorj | Transalpina Road

Looking to recharge your batteries after visiting the sights in the sub-mountain area of Gorj? Look no further than Rânca, a picturesque tourist resort located on the Transalpina Road. Situated at an altitude of 1,600 meters, Rânca offers visitors fresh air, old fir forests, vast meadows and spectacular landscapes.

Initially, Rânca had six cabins with five rooms each, built in 1930 by the “Gilortul” People’s Bank of Novaci. Nowadays, the area has expanded to include cottages, pensions, and hotels that stretch from Mount Plopu to the base of Păpușa Peak, offering hundreds of accommodation options for tourists.

In the winter, visitors can hit the slopes at the Rânca ski area, equipped with ski lifts, babyschi, snow cannons, and night installations. The M1 slope, located in the center of the resort, is the oldest and the first slope used in winter. When snow conditions permit, other slopes are put into operation.

In the summer, tourists can go hiking on marked trails or head to the adventure park for unique experiences. For those who miss the winter break, the M1 slope offers summer tubing. And at any time of the year, visitors can rent ATVs for rides on the Transalpina.

Don’t miss the Museum of the Mountain Civilization or the Church “Birth of the Mother of Jesus,” the most important tourist attractions in Rânca. And be sure to visit the houses with souvenirs, food, and traditional products located near the most important and visited places.

Book your stay at Rânca now and experience the ultimate mountain resort in Gorj!