The Mircești-Sculeni Wine Hiking and Biking Trail
- Starting point: Crama Mircești
- Ending point: satul Sculeni
- Route length: 80 km
- Hiking time: Cycling 9 hours, hiking 22 hours.
An 80 km Adventure Tourism trail of moderate intensity, featuring over twenty tourist attractions, particularly natural, cultural, and historical sites: wineries, accommodations, museums, artisans, farms, and small agricultural producers. It offers an opportunity to fully explore the heart of the Republic of Moldova by visiting one of the renowned natural reserves, Plaiul Fagului, and the city of Ungheni. This is a multi-day trail, with accommodation and dining options available throughout the route.
Tourist attractions of the route
Crama Mircești Winery
Arcadie Foșnea, who honed his wine-making skills in Germany, has achieved his dream of creating his own winery in his native village, Mircești, in the heart of the famed Codru grape-growing region. Crama Mircești is not only producing terrific wines thanks to the area's terrior and elevation, but also improving villagers’ lives. Mircești Winery is the settlement’s only employer, with 15 full-timers. When the harvest and production...
Arcadie Foșnea, who honed his wine-making skills in Germany, has achieved his dream of creating his own winery in his native village, Mircești, in the heart of the famed Codru grape-growing region. Crama Mircești is not only producing terrific wines thanks to the area's terrior and elevation, but also improving villagers’ lives. Mircești Winery is the settlement’s only employer, with 15 full-timers. When the harvest and production seasons roll around, employment climbs to 35. A proponent of wine tourism, Foșnea has opened a restaurant with a terrace that overlooks the countryside and an eight-room hotel.
“Plaiul Fagului” natural reserve
The Plaiul Fugal Nature Reserve is northwest of Chisinau, near the town of Ungheni. The serene area is rich in flora and fauna, hosting more than 900 types of plants, 40 animal species — including deer — and 140 kinds of birds. Plaiul Fagului is part of the Codru Forest. In addition to nature and wildlife, you will find quaint villages in Plaiul Fagului, such as Bahmut...
The Plaiul Fugal Nature Reserve is northwest of Chisinau, near the town of Ungheni. The serene area is rich in flora and fauna, hosting more than 900 types of plants, 40 animal species — including deer — and 140 kinds of birds. Plaiul Fagului is part of the Codru Forest.In addition to nature and wildlife, you will find quaint villages in Plaiul Fagului, such as Bahmut and Cornesti. Besides camping, fishing, cycling and hiking the Codri Forest’s 1.5-kilometer and 3-kilometer trails, you can visit the Veverita, or Squirrel, Monastery. If you want to just chill out, you can stay in a comfortable hotel, such as the Bahmut Club.
La Crama guesthouse
A guesthouse with a traditional local cuisine, offering dishes based on rustic recipes, without preservatives, and made with organic ingredients. The house specialty: pork knuckle. Menu: traditional soup, polenta, stuffed cabbage rolls, homemade chicken noodles, pancakes, fruit compote, and locally produced sausages, among others. Eco-friendly agricultural products (vegetables, fruits, honey from the guesthouse’s own apiary). The guesthouse also organizes parties and events dedicated to traditional holidays, as...
A guesthouse with a traditional local cuisine, offering dishes based on rustic recipes, without preservatives, and made with organic ingredients. The house specialty: pork knuckle. Menu: traditional soup, polenta, stuffed cabbage rolls, homemade chicken noodles, pancakes, fruit compote, and locally produced sausages, among others. Eco-friendly agricultural products (vegetables, fruits, honey from the guesthouse’s own apiary). The guesthouse also organizes parties and events dedicated to traditional holidays, as well as wine cellar tours with tastings of locally produced wine.Schedule:
Wednesday – Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ungheni Tourist Information Center
The Ungheni Tourist Information Center aims to promote the tourism potential of the Ungheni region as a historical, architectural, and cultural value, both nationally and internationally, with the goal of increasing its attractiveness as a tourist destination and boosting the number of visitors to the area.Tuesday – Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
An accommodation opportunity on the main street of Ungheni in a three-star hotel with its own restaurant. It is located just a few hundred meters from the main attractions, including the "Alexander Nevsky" Cathedral in Ungheni and the Ungheni railway station building.
At this hotel, all rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safe, and a private bathroom with a shower, complimentary toiletries, and a hairdryer. Style Hotel offers a continental breakfast every day. The property features a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout, as well as free private parking.
At this hotel, all rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safe, and a private bathroom with a shower, complimentary toiletries, and a hairdryer. Style Hotel offers a continental breakfast every day. The property features a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout, as well as free private parking.
The Museum of History and Ethnography (Sculeni village)
The Museum of History and Ethnography in Sculeni houses collections that showcase the local culture and traditions of the region. Visitors can check out artifacts that tell the story of the village and its community, including old farming tools, traditional costumes, and vintage household items. Plus, the museum offers cool insights into the village's evolution within Moldova's history—perfect for anyone who's into ethnography and history! Hours: Monday...
The Museum of History and Ethnography in Sculeni houses collections that showcase the local culture and traditions of the region. Visitors can check out artifacts that tell the story of the village and its community, including old farming tools, traditional costumes, and vintage household items. Plus, the museum offers cool insights into the village's evolution within Moldova's history—perfect for anyone who's into ethnography and history!
Hours:
Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Recommendations
Before starting the hiking or cycling trail, it’s essential to check the weather forecast to ensure safe conditions.
Appropriate footwear and comfortable clothing are crucial for a successful outdoor experience.
It’s important to have enough water and snacks to stay hydrated and energized during the journey.
Familiarizing yourself with the trail map and the region you will be visiting is also recommended.