Bowling
Make your reservation – tel.: 0742 114 391
Bowling is a very spectacular and popular sport and it is also one of the oldest games in the world.
Programmes
Subcetate fishinglakes
Dear fishermen and everyone who is longing for relaxation and a calm environment. In the heart of Transylvania, in the attraction circle of the Harghita mountain, where the “Nagykukullo” river flows, there is a place where everyone can break out of the grey and never changing everyday life.
Balu Adventure Park
52 km from Várlak Chalet, 1 hour by car
Balu Adventure Park, one of the oldest adventure parks in the country, is located in a beautiful natural environment fit for a fairy tale, surrounded by the peaks of the Eastern Carpathians, among the pine forests of Harghita. Its wire rope course is 985 meters long, of which 350 meters leads over a lake. The 11 routes of varying degrees of difficulty have a total of 190 game elements and the same number of stations built on trees, and in total cover an area of one and a half hectares.
Adventurous visitors, regardless of age, will have fun, adrenaline, active relaxation and an unforgettable experience at the same time.
Lobogó BOB Sledge
This bobsled track is designed for all ages in Romania, promising to elevate adrenaline levels and provide moments of joy.
Rafting - whitewater rowing on the Nagy-Küküllő (Târnava Mare) river!
3.8 km from the Várlak Chalet, 6 minutes by car
The tour starts from Zetaváralja, Deság (Sub Cetate, Deșag). In this part of the river, it can be said to be relatively quiet, so it is particularly suitable for the practical learning of what was explained in the theoretical preparation. After the start, the valley gradually narrows and the river takes on the character of mountain water in several places. There is no shortage of sights or excitement here, of course, without beeing in danger. After overcoming fast and slow sections, roars and sharp turns, the whitewater tour ends in Zetelaka (Zetea).
Bobsled Track - Maroshévíz
80 km from Várlak Chalet, 1 hour 30 minutes by car
The bobsleigh track in Maroshévíz is the longest bobsleigh track in Romania. The length of the track exceeds 1,800 meters.
After a slow uphill section, the track descends mostly through the forest, the speed of the sleds reaches 40 km/h. The ascending-descending circuit takes about 8 minutes.
Wildlife Park of Ivó (Izvoare)
If you are interested in the life of the wild animals in their natural environment, if you want to take a picture of film them, we recommend the Ivó (Izvoare) wildlife park.
Snowmobile tours
If you love snow and you are addicted to adrenaline we invite you to join us with snowmobiles for an unforgettable adventure on the snowy trails of the Harghita Mountains!
Icelandic horses
We offer a variety of horse riding tours in the beautiful landscapes of Transylvania for groups and individuals alike.
Montaine Cart - Skivarság
We are excited to announce the addition of a new service. We have opened our brand new Mountain Cart track: 1200 meters of adrenaline.
Zete Karting
You can try karting in an environment you never dreamed of before! Compete on a professionally designed track with a spectacle unlike any other in the area!
Bear observatory, Zeteváralja (Sub Cetate)
52 km from Várlak Chalet, 1 hour by car
After a short drive above the Déság guesthouse in Zeteváralja (Sub Cetate), we reach the starting point. From here it is a short walk to the house. You must be very quiet here. Feeding takes place in the meadow in front of the house, and after 20-30 minutes the first bear family ventures out. They are very shy, they run away at the slightest disturbance and then come out again.
On average, 10-15 bears are seen in one night.
KayaKing on the Zetelaki reservoir lake
2 km from the Várlak Chalet, 5 minutes by car
Be the leader of your own water experience! Explore the waters of the Zetelaka Dam (Barajul Zetea) at your own pace with KayaKing's new kayak and SUP stand-up paddle boards for rent.
Do fishing, do sports, do yoga on a SUP or enjoy the sun in the middle of the reservoir lake.
"Fáradt Bakancs" Experience Base
9.5 km from Várlak Chalet, 15 minutes by car
The ideal destination for those looking for fun is the Fáradt Bakancs experience base in Ivo, at the foot of Madarasi Hargita, which includes the Öreg Szivacs restaurant and trout restaurant. Ideal recreation for all ages in the heart of the valley: Transylvania's first Segway base, many programs, for example: Mountaincart, Via Ferrata, BIG AIR BAG and organized tours to Madarasi Hargita.
Our qualified people take care of the visitor’s entertainment.
Visit and tasting at the Real Csíki Beer Manufaktúra (Real Csíki Beer Brewery)
75 km from Várlak Chalet, 1 hour 20 minutes by car
In Csíkszentsimon, the site of Csíki Sör Manufaktúra welcomes visitors every week from Monday to Saturday who want to get a glimpse of the secrets of beer production combined with beer tasting.
In order for the beer to go down well, you have to make a bed for it. Therefore, there is also a dining option. Traditional Szekler dishes with traditional beer.
Fishing in waters belonging to the "Nagyküküllő" fishing association
The "Nagyküküllő" Hunting and Sport Fishing Association currently has fishing rights in 60 water sections, of which 4 are flat water and 55 are mountain water (mostly small and large streams), and a 137-hectare mountain reservoir lake also adds to the number of fishable waters. Fishing can be done after purchasing a daily ticket or an annual pass.
BobVarsag
With almost 1500 meters of bobsled track and stunning scenery, you're guaranteed to get your adrenaline pumping on a thrilling route full of twists and turns.
Dog sled adventure tours on the Harghita Mountains
With the help of a team of 22 husky dogs, during half-day and one-day tours in the wild landscapes of the Harghita Mountains and the Csíki Mountains, we slide on dog sleds, tackle the mountains and valleys, and while winding through the maze of snowy serpentines, we admire the pine forests crumbling from the snow.
Quad Tours in Varsag
Join us for an unforgettable adventure!
Upside down cottage
Located in the centre of Parajd, the upside-down house measures 8×5 metres.
Through the main door, you enter directly into the attic, where the children's room is located. A staircase leads to the ground floor, where is a kitchen, living room and a bathroom.
Hargita Outdoor
Hargita Outdoor was founded by a group of enthusiastic nature-loving athletes who feel at home in the mountains of the Harghita Region and know its flora and fauna.
The team's mission is to present one of Europe's largest untouched forests - our common natural heritage - while biking, skiing or walking in an environmentally conscious manner. Adventure seekers are guided through magical landscapes during bicycle, boot, ski or snowshoe tours.
Skivarsag – Varság ski slope
15 km from Várlak Chalet, 40 minutes by car
Szeklerland’s number one ski slope with a chairlift in the heart of Székelyvarság.
Ski slope details:
- elevator length 840 meters
- altitude 970-1170 meters
- length 1050 meters
- difference in level 161 meters
Difficulty: advanced; classification: red.
Dream-balloon
Lobogó Ski slopes
Lovers of winter sports can also find what they are looking for with us, you can rent both ski equipment and sledges in our rental office. In addition to the ski slope, there is also a 100-meter-long toboggan run for the little ones, where even adults can indulge in one of our favorite winter pastimes from childhood.
Scenic Flight (Sightseeing Plane Tour)
Imagine soaring through the sky where the endless blue meets breathtaking scenery. Carpathian Wings offers unforgettable scenic flights over Transylvania.
Airsoft
Elite Airsoft Games' goal is to provide you with an exceptional, premium airsoft gaming experience. We offer challenging, scenario-driven gameplay with a wealth of experience in the field, guaranteed to give you unforgettable moments.
Babusgató petting zoo and animal park in Zeteváralja (Sub Cetate):
300 meters from the Várlak Chalet, 3 minutes' walk
In the park, children and adults can get close to the animals, touch and pet them. In many cases, contact with animals can be therapeutic, as it has a beneficial effect on our physical and mental health. Visitors can get to know the animals of the backyard, as well as some exotic species, and children can also try riding our beautiful ponies.
Sights
The Csorgokö Waterfall in Varság
The Csorgókő waterfall is located in the Székelyvarság (Vârșag) forest, on the Nagykút stream (Fântâna Mare). The water of the stream growing from seven sources falls from a height of 7 meters, resulting in a beautiful two-step waterfall. From there, the water of the Nagykút stream makes its way to the Nagy-Küküllő( Târnava Mare), being a left-hand tributary stream.
Lake Sfânta Ana
Lake Sfânta Ana is the only crater lake in Romania located in the volcanic crater of the Ciomad volcano of the Eastern Carpathians, near Tușnad in the Natural Reserve of Mohoș, Harghita County, Romania.
The Reservoir lake from Zeteváralja (Sub Cetate)
2 km from Várlak Chalet, 3 minutes by car
Explore the waters of the Zetelaka (Zetea) dam with the rental kayaks and SUP stand-up paddle boards, but you can also go fishing, play sports, or enjoy the sunshine on the waterside.
Butterfly house
56 km from Várlak Chalet, 1 hour by car
Is there anything in the world that offers as much tenderness and beauty as a butterfly? Yes! More butterflies! Which you can find not only in the rainforests, but also here in Transylvania, in the "house of living butterflies" in Praid.
Franciscan Church of Şumuleu Ciuc
The Franciscan church of Șumuleu Ciuc is one of the most famous architectural monuments, being the most important place of pilgrimage in Transylvania.
It was built between 1804-1834 in Baroque style, following the design of Schmidt Konstantin, an architect from Târgu-Mureş. Minor works were made after 1834, the church taking its present form in 1876. Bishop Fogarassy Mihály consecrated it in 20 August 1876.
Sugo Cave
In the mountain block of Nagy-Hagymás (Hășmașul Mare) , about 1,600 meters from the southern part of Sípos-rock, there is a speleological miracle, a real dream world made of limestone - the Sugó Cave. The cave has four floors, with three entrances located one above the other, and its length exceeds one kilometer. The name of the cave refers to the whispering sound caused by the impact of the water of the underground stream against the rocks.
Nyerges-hágó
The Nyerges-tető or Nyergestető (Romanian: Piatra Niergeș) is an 878 m high pass in Harghita County, Romania, connecting the Transylvanian and the Cesky Basin, between the Cesky Mountains and the Torjai Mountains.
The heart of Jesus statue
The heart of Jesus statue is a work of art portraying Jesus, on the border of the villages of Farkaslaka (Lupeni), Székelyszentlélek (Bisericani) and Bogárfalva (Bulgăreni), in Szeklerland, part of Romania, in Harghita county.
Located on the 958-meter-high Gordon hill top, the statue also functions as a lookout point, at 47 km from the guesthouse.
Fântâna Brazilor Bog
Fântâna Brazilor bog is located at an altitude of about 950 m, in the central-western part of the Praid-Dealu volcanic plateau, in Gurghiu Mountains.
Red Lake
Red Lake is one of the largest natural dams in the country, which is part of the Békás-szoros (Cheile Bicaz) and Nagyhagymás National Parks (Hășmașul Mare). The lake was formed in 1837 as a result of a heavy rain when a part of the Gyilkos-Mountain slid down towards the Cohárd block, after this part blocked the valley of the Békás-stream.
The Lonely Rock
Besides the most famous mountain areas of the Szeklerland such as the Harghita mountains, Bicaz gorges, the Red Lake or St. Ana Lake, this region hides many travel spots worthy of admiration. These include the Hășmaș Massif, known among hikers especially due to their number one attraction, the Lonely Rock. Many travelers follow the hiking paths of the
Hășmașul Mare, Hășmașul Negru, those of the Öcsém peak or those at the base of the fascinating talus deposit called the Devil’s Mill.
Mereşti cave
Located in the middle of Vârghiș gorges in the Perșani mountains, Mereşti cave is a speleological jewel, considered by the speleologists as one of the longest caves in the Eastern Carpathians. The length is about 1400 meters.
Snail’s Hill Geological Reserve
The Snail’s Hill is a geological reserve that spans an area of 8 hectares at Corund/Korond. It is considered the largest aragonite occurrence in Romania, receiving a national protected status since 1980.
The study of the aragonite in the area date from the 18th to 19th centuries. János Bányai (1938) argues that precipitation processes formed the carbonate deposits from saline, carbonated solutions with low temperature.
Parajd salt mine (Salina Praid)
The effective climate of the Parajd salt mine is a suitable relaxation for everyone, but it's no secret that there are also some diseases on which being in the salt mine has a particularly beneficial effect.
It helps healthy people relax, beautify their skin, and refresh. The underground visitor level operates on "Level 50", which is located 120 m below the surface.
Bicaz Gorge
The Bicaz Gorge (Romanian: Cheile Bicazului, Hungarian: Békás-szoros) is a gorge in Romania, located in the north-east part of the country, in Neamț and Harghita counties. It is situated in the central part of the Hășmaș Mountains, and it is part of the Cheile Bicazului-Hășmaș National Park.
Vârghiş Gorge
Vârghiş Gorge is located in the Perșani mountains (1292 m), which belong to the Southern Group of the Oriental Carpathians. The gorge formed in Jurassic limestone and has a length of 4 km.
It is at the border between Harghita and Covasna counties.
Madarasi Hargita (Harghita Mădăraș)
Madarasi Hargita (Harghita Mădăraș)
Harghita Mădăraș is the highest peak of the Harghita Mountains and Szeklerland, as well as a holiday and hiking center, located at 31 km from the Chalet.
Mini Transylvania park
23 km from Várlak Chalet, 33 minutes by car
Travel around Transylvania in one day! The Mini Transylvania Park is the only multicultural, thematic model park in Romania, in which visitors can see miniature replicas of the most important historical buildings of Transylvania. The park is located in Szejkefürdő (Băile Szejke), at the exit of Székelyudvarhely (Odorheiu Secuiesc).
Restaurants
Öregszivacs
The Öreg Szivacs restaurant is located at the foot of Harghita Madaras - 10 km far from the top, only 25 km from Odorheiu Secuiesc, our houses are located here, in the heart of Ivóvölgye we are waiting for those who want to relax and unwind.
Kotyogó Restaurant
The Kotyogó Restaurant awaits its dear guests in the center of Lupeni commune, Harghita county, opposite the famous Szekler writer Tamási Áron, with a spacious car park, and restaurant.
Árpádháza restaurant
The cosy dining area with traditional Szeklerfurniture is a quite enjoyable environment to taste original Szeklerflavours and home-style drinks. We prepare our homemade pickles, compotes and jams from seasonable vegetables and fruits picked in our own garden.