PĂDURI OLTENEȘTI & CHRISTMAS MARKET CRAIOVA - 19 DECEMBER 2026
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On Saturday, 19 December, we’re heading to Păduri Oltenești, near Craiova, for a relaxed day of running and hiking through the forests and rolling hills of Oltenia, together with the Craiova Running Together team, who will be joining us on the trails!
🏃 Trail Running Team - 18 km / 200 m elevation gain
🥾 Hiking Team - 12 km / 130 m elevation gain
An easy, friendly route on forest paths and rolling terrain, open to anyone who enjoys moving in nature. No mountain experience needed.
🎄 The surprise of this trip!
After the trails, we’re heading into Craiova for the Craiova Christmas Market, voted Best European Christmas Market 2026 by travellers across Europe, ahead of Zürich, Vienna and Prague. This year’s edition, “The Land of the Elves”, spreads over the whole city centre, with giant light installations, fairy-tale decorations, an ice rink and concerts every Friday and Saturday. Add mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and local treats, and you’ve got the perfect ending to a day of running and hiking: tired legs, warm hands and a city glowing like a Christmas card. 🎄✨
🕖 Departure from Bucharest: 07:00 a.m.
📍 Trail start: La Fântâniță, Bucovăț
🚗 Transport is not included. We’ll organize ride-sharing in the WhatsApp group, based on the cars available, and participants will be assigned to them.
💶 Participation fee: 23 EUR / person
Included: ✓ Event organization and team coordination
✓ Guidance throughout the route
Not included: × Transport × Food and drinks
Guidelines
* Good physical condition recommended. Both routes are accessible, but the distances require a basic level of fitness.
* Please tell us in advance about any limitations or health issues we should know about.
* Each team moves together at a steady, comfortable pace. If you cannot keep the group’s pace, you are responsible for returning safely on your own.
* The goal is socializing and enjoying nature, not performance.
* A WhatsApp group will be created two days before the event, for coordination and ride-sharing.
* Participants aged 14+ may join only with a parent or responsible adult.
* Alcohol and psychoactive substances are prohibited during the activities.
* Please follow the organizers’ instructions at all times.
You can book your place from here https://runinromania.com/event-details/paduri-oltenesti-christmas-market-craiova-19-december-2026/
🏃 Trail Running Team - 18 km / 200 m elevation gain
🥾 Hiking Team - 12 km / 130 m elevation gain
An easy, friendly route on forest paths and rolling terrain, open to anyone who enjoys moving in nature. No mountain experience needed.
🎄 The surprise of this trip!
After the trails, we’re heading into Craiova for the Craiova Christmas Market, voted Best European Christmas Market 2026 by travellers across Europe, ahead of Zürich, Vienna and Prague. This year’s edition, “The Land of the Elves”, spreads over the whole city centre, with giant light installations, fairy-tale decorations, an ice rink and concerts every Friday and Saturday. Add mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and local treats, and you’ve got the perfect ending to a day of running and hiking: tired legs, warm hands and a city glowing like a Christmas card. 🎄✨
🕖 Departure from Bucharest: 07:00 a.m.
📍 Trail start: La Fântâniță, Bucovăț
🚗 Transport is not included. We’ll organize ride-sharing in the WhatsApp group, based on the cars available, and participants will be assigned to them.
💶 Participation fee: 23 EUR / person
Included: ✓ Event organization and team coordination
✓ Guidance throughout the route
Not included: × Transport × Food and drinks
Guidelines
* Good physical condition recommended. Both routes are accessible, but the distances require a basic level of fitness.
* Please tell us in advance about any limitations or health issues we should know about.
* Each team moves together at a steady, comfortable pace. If you cannot keep the group’s pace, you are responsible for returning safely on your own.
* The goal is socializing and enjoying nature, not performance.
* A WhatsApp group will be created two days before the event, for coordination and ride-sharing.
* Participants aged 14+ may join only with a parent or responsible adult.
* Alcohol and psychoactive substances are prohibited during the activities.
* Please follow the organizers’ instructions at all times.
You can book your place from here https://runinromania.com/event-details/paduri-oltenesti-christmas-market-craiova-19-december-2026/
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Where is it happening?
Nerva Traian 27-33, 031044 Bucharest, Romania, Strada Nerva Traian 27-33, București, România, Bucharest, Romania
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