Mănăstirea Berivoii Mari

Route planning, fitness, registering your trip — the official baseline for hiking safely in Romania.

Salvamont's code of conduct for anyone hiking, climbing or riding in the mountains.

What and when to eat and drink on a mountain hike, and what to avoid.

What to do if you come across an accident that isn't your own — official response steps.

0SALVAMONT (0725 826 668) or 112 — what to say, and why staying reachable matters after the call.

Bears included — how to avoid an encounter, and what to do if one happens anyway.

Immediate first aid, and — just as important — what not to do while waiting for help.

How to read the risk, where not to stand, and how long to wait after the last thunder.

What happens once a helicopter is called, and how to help the crew find and reach you.

Official safety guidelines specific to downhill riding.

Ten basic rules for skiing safely on marked slopes.

A downloadable tool for evaluating avalanche risk before a winter route.