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Lake Vidra – the perfect destination for a summer trip

16 June 202229 August 2022Uncategorized

Lake Vidra is a fairytale place worth visiting if you are in the Prahova Valley. Hotel Simfonia is a smart choice for travellers, offering a relaxed and hassle-free stay every time.

Lake Vidra is located on the Lotru River, in the Vidra Gorges, being an accumulation lake, anthropogenic formed in 1972. This Lake was born as a result of the construction of the Vidra Dam on the Lotru River. The Lake is a fairytale place where you reach a road that winds through the mountains. Lake Vidra is hidden among the deciduous and coniferous forests, a mysterious place, a refuge for tourists looking for a quiet location in nature. Summer is the ideal time to visit this place, especially if you like to spend your free time in nature. The panorama offered by the Lake is lovely and perfect for some successful pictures. So, if you are passing through the Prahova Valley, don’t forget to stop in this place to delight your eyes with a beautiful landscape.

About Lake Vidra

Lake Vidra is located at the highest altitude in Romania, being the largest Lake in the Lotru-Ciunget hydropower organization. The anthropic Lake opened in 1972 and has a volume of 340 million m³, with an area of approximately 940 hectares and a length of 9 kilometres. Dense spruce forests hide the Lake.

There is also a dam of the same name, the only hydrographic construction in the area made of fine rock and concrete. The main Lake Vidra also collects other rivers through the respective supply system, secondary catchments, which comprise approximately 81 catchments in the other three branches. Lake Vidra arose as a result of the construction of the Vidra Dam.

According to locals, a gold mine in that area was kept secret, but the Nazis used it during World War II. When they learned that Germany had been defeated, the Nazis took the prisoners and all the underground documentation to detonate the area. Thus, no one could find out the cave’s exact location, as the stones from the explosion covered almost the entire region.

Lake Vidra supplies water to the Ciunget hydroelectric plant. The river Lotru and 81 other rivers and streams flow into the dam of Lake Vidra, grouped in 3 distinct branches:

– North Branch (gravitational and pumped);
– South Branch (gravitational and pumped);
– West Branch (gravitational).

Lake Vidra – a place that takes your breath away

Lake Vidra is a mysterious place that takes your breath away through the beauty of the landscape. The Lake takes you on a dream trip away from your daily problems.

Lake Vidra is considered a wild place because to get there; you have to enter a road that crosses the mountains to Lake and the resort of Vidra, Malaia, Obârșia Lotrului and surroundings. The landscape is a dream, and if you choose this alternative road to Prahova Valley, you will certainly not regret this decision. You will enjoy beautiful landscapes, detached from stories, which will help you relax and forget about worries and problems.

After visiting the Vidra reservoir, you can continue your journey on the Transalpina to Obârșia Lotrului, where other beautiful landscapes will enchant you.

Lake Vidra – take advantage of this fairytale place and venture on an unforgettable trip

Lake Vidra offers you the chance to venture on a beautiful mountain road with a destination that will give you a dream view. Hotel Simfonia offers you dream accommodation, from where you can easily reach the main tourist attractions in the Prahova Valley area. Many day trips are available for you and your loved ones, and a holiday will be exactly what you are looking for this summer.

You can have your dream vacation in Romania right in Râmnicu Vâlcea, and the Simfonia hotel offers you the ideal accommodation, where you can spend a few relaxing days away from the crowds of big cities. You will be enchanted by the beautifully appointed rooms and dedicated staff here. The hotel also offers you the opportunity to enjoy the view over the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea and the Făgăraș mountains from the panoramic terrace. There you will be able to enjoy a delicious meal accompanied by a wine that will leave you with a pleasant taste after each sip. Choose the Hotel Simfonia for a dream stay!

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Visit the famous resort Călimănești-Căciulata – accommodation at Hotel Simfonia

8 June 202229 August 2022Uncategorized

Călimănești-Căciulata resort is known for the treatments offered to those who suffer from digestive diseases or other diseases that block the proper functioning of the body. Călimănești is located in the central-southern part of Romania, near the Olt River, in the Jiblea-Călimănești Subcarpathian Depression, at an altitude of 270 m and less than 20 km from the municipality of Râmnicu Vâlcea. Thus, you can stay at the Simfonia Hotel, where you will arrive in less than an hour at Călimănești Resort, where you can relax your body and mind with a series of effective treatments. You will leave there much more relaxed and in a much better mood.

Brief history about Călimănești-Căciulata resort

Călimănești-Căciulata resort has an old history, dating back more than 100 years. The spa was part of the “Govora-Călimănești” Society (1910-1948), operating only in summer, from June 1 to September 1. Here, the wealthy people came to rest for the water treatment from Căciulata and a spa treatment. From the moment of nationalization on June 11, 1948, the spa resort Călimănești-Căciulata became the property of the state. From that moment on, the sick people came to the spa treatments with tickets given by the union. Specialists also checked the clients to see the evolution of the patients. In 1975, the medical resort was decorated “Labour Order” class I for contributions to protecting people’s health.

Since the opening of the resort, thousands of people have stepped on the threshold of the resort in Călimănești-Căciulata. The most popular spa resort in the Olt Valley is available for treatments throughout the year.

Why come to the spa resort Călimănești-Căciulata?

Călimănești-Căciulata resort is famous for treating various ailments, such as:

– Diseases of the gallbladder and bile ducts (biliary dyskinesia, chronic cholecystitis with or without stones, stabilized regular or mixed hepatitis, post-cholecystectomy sequelae, chronic pancreatitis);
– Dysmetabolic disorders: hyperuricemia, dyslipidaemia, compensated diabetes mellitus;
– Kidney and urinary tract disorders: lithiasis and urinary micro lysis with or without infections, chronic ascending pyelonephritis, pelodytids.
– Diseases of the digestive tract (chronic gastritis with hyper and hypoacidity, chronic constipation, chronic colitis, ulcer disease – uncomplicated gastric and duodenal ulcer, operated stomach sequelae, nonspecific chronic arteriolopathy);

Also, people who suffer from diseases of the musculoskeletal system, such as degenerative rheumatic diseases – cervical, lumbar and dorsal spondylosis, osteoarthritis, polyarthritis, come to the spa resort; degenerative joint diseases of the elderly; inflammatory rheumatic diseases – allergic joint conditions after acute rheumatoid arthritis or outbreaks; abarticular rheumatic diseases – tendinosis, scapulohumeral periarthritis, post-traumatic diseases – after sprains, dislocations and fractures; etc.).

In Călimănești-Căciulata, you can benefit from hydrotherapy, thermotherapy, aerosol therapy, electro physiotherapy, physiotherapy or acupuncture. All the medical procedures performed to make you feel better and get rid of the unbearable pains that make your daily activities difficult.

Spa treatments are beneficial for various ailments due to the mild climate, with few temperature variations, and from sulphurous, chlorinated, brominated, sodium, calcium, and magnesium mineral water sources. Waters with chemical composition and concentration, and variable temperatures help treat various ailments.

Hotel Simfonia is also waiting for you with a spa session, which will be perfect for inducing a total state of relaxation. You can choose between a dry or wet sauna or enjoy an aromatic tea, contemplating the colours in complementary tones and muted music. The environmental agreements will transport you to a quiet, edenic place, where you will be able to recharge your batteries. You will return to work hard and be full of energy after such a vacation.

Spend a relaxing holiday in Călimănești-Căciulata and stay at Hotel Simfonia

Hotel Simfonia is the ideal accommodation location if you want to spend a few moments of pampering at the spa resort Călimănești-Căciulata. It is a 20-minute drive away and is easily accessible. Also, in Râmnicu Vâlcea, you have the opportunity to visit various tourist attractions, so your stay will be incredible. You can make different tourist routes on foot, by bike or by car. Your dream vacation may be closer than you might imagine.

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Dream vacation in Romania – discover Râmnicu Vâlcea

16 May 202216 May 2022News, Uncategorized

Suppose you want a dream vacation in Romania and are tired of common destinations, such as Brasov, Cluj or somewhere at sea. In that case, it’s time to discover lesser-known cities which will impress you with their culture and simplicity. For example, Râmnicu Vâlcea, a place of story, is little known and promoted in Romania.

Râmnicu Vâlcea, even if it is not a very popular destination, maybe the next dream vacation in Romania. Summer is fast approaching, and most of us want to retire to less populated places, which will give us the much-desired peace after hours spent at the office or work. We want to escape from our usual environment and take refuge somewhere where we can forget about responsibilities and worries, at least for a few days. Râmnicu Vâlcea is a place with a rich history. You will discover impressive architecture preserved for hundreds of centuries, tourist resorts and tourist routes that you can explore on foot, by car or by bicycle.

Dream vacation in Romania – why visit Râmnicu Vâlcea?

Râmnicu Vâlcea can be your next dream vacation in Romania. Here you will find a different world, hidden from the eyes of the curious and those who want to exploit the beauties of nature. Few know this beautiful city, which has not been altered by modernity. The people there adhere to the traditions and place great value on the once done things. When you are in Râmnicu Vâlcea, you have the impression that you are in a place of mansions and castles, surrounded by rich mountains and forests. The city will impress you at first sight, and you will be tempted to visit every old building, monastery and museum that comes your way. Summer is the perfect season to visit this place full of stories, where you will be surrounded only by beautiful people and history. Let’s take a tour of the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea and discover why this place deserves to be your next dream vacation in Romania.

Dream vacation in Romania – the main tourist attractions in Romania

If you want to have a dream vacation in Romania, you need to plan it in Râmnicu Vâlcea. It may seem strange, especially since it is not a popular destination for tourists, but not all beautiful places need to be known. Sometimes we can discover incredible cities that are not on the holiday list. Let’s see the main attractions of Râmnicu Vâlcea:

Anton Pann Memorial House In Râmnicu Vâlcea, you will have the opportunity to visit the Anton Pann Memorial House, where you will also discover the memorial museum dedicated to the writer Anton Pann. The house was built in the 18th century in a traditional style and is a model of urban architecture. Inside the place, you will find pieces of furniture, decorative objects, portraits of personalities from Râmnicu Vâlcea, and hand-painted furniture from the Transylvania area.

Spas In Râmnicu Vâlcea, you will have the opportunity to relax at the mineral water resorts: Băile Olănești, Băile Govora and Resorts Călimănești – Căciulata. If you have problems with rheumatism or suffer from certain diseases, you will be able to improve or even treat specific symptoms in these resorts. The resorts are also located in mountainous areas, so you will be able to admire the dream view that stretches before your eyes.

Vâlcean Village Museum In Râmnicu Vâlcea, you can visit an ethnographic museum in the open air, arranged in Bujoreni. The Vâlcean Village Museum comprises approximately 80 buildings, which make up a traditional rural settlement. The field is divided into four sectors: socio-cultural, household, crafts – folk techniques, specialized constructions.

History Museum If you are in Râmnicu Vâlcea, you should not miss the History Museum. It was built at the end of the 19th century, and you can admire the reconstructed archaeological sites from Stolniceni, Ocnița, and the Roman camp Arutela-Căciulata.

“Casa Simian” Art Museum In Râmnicu Vâlcea you can visit the “Casa Simian” Art Museum, which belonged to the Nae and Tita Simian family. The museum is a symbiosis between the Gothic and Renaissance elements, similar to an Italian villa, thanks to the terraced interior garden with porch and awning roof.

In addition to these tourist attractions in Râmnicu Vâlcea, you can also take a tour of the churches: the Church of the Annunciation, the Pious Paraschiva Church, the All Saints Church, St. George’s Church, St. Dumitru Church.

Dream vacation in Romania – choose to stay at Hotel Simfonia for a dream stay

You can have your dream vacation in Romania right in Râmnicu Vâlcea, and the Simfonia hotel offers you the ideal accommodation, where you can spend a few relaxing days away from the crowds of big cities. You will be enchanted by the beautifully appointed rooms and the dedicated staff here. The hotel also offers you the opportunity to enjoy the view over the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea and the Făgăraș mountains from the panoramic terrace. There you will be able to enjoy a delicious meal accompanied by a wine that will leave you with a pleasant taste after each sip. Choose the Hotel Simfonia for a dream stay!

Summer vacation – prepare a dream vacation for you and your loved ones

1 May 202229 August 2022Uncategorized

The summer vacation is fast approaching, and this means that the little ones will finish school and enjoy their free time with their friends or in the country with their grandparents. In the summer days characterized by high temperatures, we want to distance ourselves from crowded cities and take refuge in less populated places and closer to nature. Râmnicu Vâlcea is a small town but extraordinary for its simplicity. Many of the iconic buildings have been preserved, and the atmosphere of yesteryear is still felt today. It is a city with a history, where you have at your disposal various tourist attractions to visit and routes that are waiting to be explored, either on foot, by car, or why not, by bicycle. You can spend a few days of summer vacation at Hotel Simfonia in Râmnicu Vâlcea, where you will fully relax and forget for a short time the problems at home. Our guests are attracted by this location thanks to the dedicated staff and attention to the needs of each person who crosses our threshold, the selected dishes prepared by chefs, carefully decorated rooms and facilities (fitness room, panoramic terrace, sauna, etc.).

Summer vacation at Hotel Simfonia

During the summer vacation, a stay at Hotel Simfonia will be perfect for any person, couple, group of friends, or family. Here you will find an oasis of peace, where you will have the opportunity to recharge your batteries. A holiday is welcome at any time of the year, but you can go hiking in summer, which is not accessible in winter. For example, you can venture on Transalpina, the highest road in Romania, located at an altitude of 2145 m. You will be able to admire Păpușa Peak (2,136 m), Dengheru Peak (2,084 m), Petrimanu Lake, Urda Peak (2,228 m), Micaia Peak (2,170 m), Muntinu Peak (2,062 m), Muntinu Lakes, Lotru River, Gâlcescu Lake (following the routes starting from Obârșia Lotrului or from the area of Mohoru Mountain), Obârșia Lotrului Monastery, Vidra Lake, Oașa Monastery, Oașa Lake, Tău Lake, or you can visit Rânca and Voineasa Resorts.

From Hotel Simfonia, you can cycle and visit Govora Baths, Horezu Monastery, or the Ruins of the Roman Pons Vetus Camp.

Summer vacation – benefit from a SPA session at Hotel Simfonia

We want to relax during the summer holidays, that’s why Hotel Simfonia has prepared for you an ideal place to relax completely – a SPA center. The stress accumulated during the working days or at home can mark you. Fatigue overwhelms you, and you want to have a few days to relax without thinking about your problems. A day at the SPA is the best solution to detach yourself from everything and give you a few days of peace. TechnoGym cardio and strength equipment will also be available at Hotel Simfonia, facilitating a wide range of exercises. You can also benefit from a personal trainer to work with or motivate you.

The sauna will complete the summer vacation spent at Hotel Simfonia. The steam in the room and the muted music will help you detach yourself and enter a state of deep meditation.

Summer vacation – enjoy delicious dishes prepared by chefs

We want to feast on the most delicious dishes in any accommodation and summer vacation. Hotel Simfonia has prepared various dishes that you can enjoy in the restaurant or on the panoramic terrace that offers you a dream view over the city and the mountains. The drinks menu and the food menu provide you with various options that you can try. We guarantee that whatever you order will exceed your expectations, thanks to our chef’s experience in making the tastiest dishes.

Summer holidays – choose the Hotel Simfonia for a dream stay!

At the Simfonia Hotel in Râmnicu Vâlcea, you will have a few days of relaxation, which you can spend during the summer vacation with your loved ones. No one compares to a holiday spent away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Here you will have peace and relaxation, and you will forget the problems and worries that overwhelm you for a few days.

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Bicycle routes – discover Râmnicu Vâlcea

19 April 202229 August 2022Uncategorized

Râmnicu Vâlcea is a beautiful area, rich and full of tourist attractions that will delight your eyes. It is a quiet place worth visiting by all those who want to detach themselves from the crowds of big cities and take refuge in a dreamland. The warm season is approaching, and cycling enthusiasts can venture to Râmnicu Vâlcea, where they have incredible itineraries. Hotel Simfonia is one of the best hotels in the area and is recommended by locals and everyone who has crossed its threshold. Thus, if you plan to plan a dream vacation, you can benefit from the facilities of the Simfonia Hotel, including a spa, fitness room, and a panoramic terrace with an incredible view over the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea and the mountains. Step into a fairy-tale world and enjoy a few relaxing days!

Bicycle routes – discover dream places in the Râmnicu Vâlcea area

If you are looking for bicycle routes, then Râmnicu Vâlcea can offer you beautiful landscapes to explore and many tourist attractions. If you arrive in Râmnicu Vâlcea, we suggest some tourist routes that you can take by bike, on foot, or by car.

1. Bicycle routes – Gara Lotru – Perișani – Pripoare – Salatrucu – Suici – Robaia – Călimănești (Cozia Massif, Posada de la Perișani and Valea Topologului) – 75 kilometers by bike 2. Bicycle routes – Căpățânii Mountains: Petrimanu – Curmătura Oltețului – Polovragi – Horezu – Tomșani – Babeni (Petrimanu Lake – Galbenu Lake – Curmătura Oltețului Pass – Olteț Gorges) – 100 kilometers by bike 3. Bicycle routes – Călimănești – Cabana Cozia – Berislăvești – Jiblea Veche – Păușa – Căciulata (Cozia National Park / Cozia Massif) – 65 kilometers by bicycle 4. Bicycle routes – Căciulata – Valea Păușa – Stănișoara Monastery – Turnu Monastery – Călimănești (Cozia National Park) – 30 kilometers by bike

Many other bicycle routes are available for those passionate about this sport. It is an activity that offers you various advantages and the benefit of admiring the beauties of nature. You can also do a bike route to Băile Olănești starting from Râmnicu Vâlcea. You will encounter springs of water that will give you the strength to continue the course. It is suitable for families and beginners, the travel time to Băile Olănești being only two hours. Spring is the perfect season for a bike route, as it does not feel an unbearable temperature as it happens in the hot summer months. The Oltenia area is full of breath-taking landscapes, and the paved roads will help you finish the route much faster.

If you are passionate about cycling, you can start from the Symphony Hotel on a 22 km route to Băile Govor. You can admire the Wooden Monastery, the Horezu Monastery included in UNESCO heritage, or the Roman Pons Camp Ruins Vetus.

Bicycle trails – benefits for body and mind

If you are passionate about cycling, find out the benefits for your body and mind. – Improved sleep – Frequent bike rides can help you have a more restful and enjoyable sleep. You will find yourself much more relaxed, and cycling will help you get rid of stress from work or other factors. – Improved digestion – cycling helps speed up metabolism. After a walk, you will notice that your appetite is higher, indicating an active metabolism. – An enviable physique – it is well known that cycling, like any physical activity, helps to reduce weight and create a desirable body. While cycling, you burn many calories, which means you will lose those pesky pounds. – Increased muscle tone – cycling will train your leg, chest, back, and arm muscles. You will have increased muscular endurance and not get tired so fast.

Cycling contributes to your well-being, and you will notice an improvement in yourself after a few bike rides. Cycling is a recreational activity, and the Vâlcea area offers you countless routes.

Bicycle paths – Hotel Simfonia offers you dream accommodation

After a bicycle route, Hotel Simfonia awaits you with a refreshing drink on the panoramic terrace. Our chefs will prepare delicious dishes suitable for such a hike for you. The list of activities in Râmnicu Vâlcea also includes fishing, visiting the tourist attractions in the area, or a wine tasting at the Drăgășani vineyards.

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Easter Holiday – choose the Hotel Simfonia for a dream stay!

29 March 202229 August 2022Uncategorized

We are a few weeks away from the long-awaited Easter holiday! Families spend this wonderful holiday with their loved ones, and the Symphony Hotel in Râmnicu Vâlcea is waiting for you with open arms! Our staff will be at your disposal and provide you with all the necessary information. Also, Râmnicu Vâlcea is an incredible city worth visiting, and we will tell you the main tourist attractions you can see with your family. Also, if you want to spend more time inside the hotel, then the impeccable and carefully decorated rooms invite you to enjoy your holiday in a perfectly harmonious setting. Everything is arranged to give you a state of relaxation and tranquillity. Let’s not forget the hotel’s facilities, which any family wants in the accommodation where they stay to have a pleasant stay: access to the fitness room, air conditioning, tea/coffee maker, bathroom with shower, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Bathrobe and Slippers, Underfloor heating, 100% cotton linen, Pillow menu, Extra fluffy carpeting, Free parking, Brush and shoe accessories, Safe, Flat-screen TV. Panoramic views of the Făgăraș Mountains and the city are available from the hotel’s terrace, where you can have breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Easter holidays – why choose Hotel Simfonia?

The Easter holiday is a beautiful time of the year, full of harmony and peace. We want to be with our loved ones and have total relaxation. Good Friday before Easter is a day off for those who work, which means you can have an extended holiday. Thus, Hotel Simfonia will offer you the ideal accommodation, where you can relax and forget about your daily worries and problems. Everyone loves a successful vacation, and we’ll make sure you’re treated the right way. You can choose to stay in one of the three rooms of the apartment:

– Modern rooms – this room reveals modern and chic furniture that invites you to enjoy every moment fully. The walls have a story for you, another in each room and let you imagine it helped by the creative, elegant and captivating decor conceived by incredible designers. – Mediterranean room – on the second floor, Mediterranean-style rooms take you to the far shores of Greece or the Brava Coast, even if you are at the foot of the Carpathians. The large and bright rooms welcome you to relax during your stay, where the warm colours of white and blue, like the clear sky, contribute to the state of peace and relaxation. – Classic room – gives the atmosphere of the luxury of the 18th-century royal palace, being a welcoming and comfortable space. The modern bathrooms with luxury accessories and premium cosmetics complete the whole concept so that you can enjoy a stay in the best conditions. – Apartments in oriental style – at the Simfonia hotel, you can stay in one of the two oriental style apartments, where the combination of colours and the arrangement of the furniture respect the principles of energy arrangement to achieve perfect harmony and comfort. Thus, you will have comfort, elegance, and style in any room you choose to stay in.

Easter holiday at Hotel Simfonia – indulge in the most incredible culinary delights

The Easter holiday also means a little culinary getaway at the Symphony Hotel. Our chefs have the necessary experience in preparing the most delicious dishes, being to the liking of even the most demanding customer. You also have the opportunity to enjoy an authentic wine produced in the vineyards of Drăgășani. Its aroma is unmatched. You can also taste one of our desserts, which will pamper your taste buds. Our menu includes dishes such as avocado salmon tartare, capers and pickled fennel, chicken breast stuffed with goat cheese wrapped in prosciutto with black rice and beet sauce, or pink pork tenderloin with Chinese pasta and mushroom sauce. Everything sounds incredibly delicious!

Vacanța de Paște – alege Hotel Simfonia pentru un sejur minunat!

The Easter holiday is an excellent opportunity to plan a vacation. Hotel Simfonia in Râmnicu Vâlcea is waiting to find out all the secrets and invites you to book one of the rooms or even the oriental-style apartment. Don’t miss the opportunity to spend a few relaxing days in our chic hotel!

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Simfonia restaurant bar menu – novelties

21 March 202229 March 2022News, Uncategorized

The Simfonia Hotel’s restaurant has prepared some novelties for you regarding the bar menu. You will be able to enjoy a refreshing cocktail on a beautiful summer day, or you will be pampered with a glass of wine, enjoyed on the hotel terrace, from where you will admire the view of the Făgăraș mountains. The panoramic terrace is a plus for the Simfonia Hotel, with a view of Râmnicu Sărat. Also, our chefs will delight you with the most delicious dishes, created especially for all those who pass the threshold of our hotel. We will surprise you with the quality of the food and the rooms specially designed for a relaxing stay. We want our guests to have a dream stay, where they will have the opportunity to forget about problems at home and work. A holiday or a few days spent in the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea will help you to disconnect from worries, and you will be able to find peace in this small but welcoming city.

The Simfonia Hotel’s restaurant can accommodate many people, making it the ideal location for a business dinner or a meeting with friends. Private parties can also be organized with a limited number of people. Also, the elegant design of the two restaurants with the chairs with soft, extremely comfortable upholstery and the carefully decorated tables will delight your eyes! Locals and hotel guests prefer the fine cuisine and special atmosphere of the Simfonia Hotel’s restaurant. Below we will present you the news from the bar menu, which you can try at our restaurant. The full menu of the restaurant can be found here.

Bar menu – Berry Smash – Non-alcoholic

Among the drinks on the menu at Simfonia Restaurant is Berry Smash, an incredibly delicious non-alcoholic beverage. This soft drink is made from agave syrup, cranberry juice, lemon juice, apple juice, and raspberry puree – a delightful combination preferred by both adults and children. Agave syrup is ideal for sweetening drinks, with a low glycemic index, many vitamins and minerals, and high fructose content.

We use this syrup to substitute refined sugar, and vegans can also consume it. Cranberry juice is a powerful antioxidant, contributing to the regeneration of mucous membranes throughout the body. Lemon juice also helps regulate the body’s pH, supports the immune system, cleanses the digestive system, and has an antibacterial effect. So, Berry-Smash is a delicious drink and a very healthy one, with many beneficial properties for the body.

Drinks menu – Forbidden Berries

Another star on the bar menu is Forbidden Berries, an incredibly delicious alcoholic cocktail. The drink contains Bacardi, ginger beer, lemon juice, raspberry puree, and strawberry puree. Bacardi is a classic rum, with distinct notes of vanilla and almonds and a taste full of aromas that you enjoy every sip. Ginger beer adds flavor and is refreshing and invigorating. This drink has various benefits for the body, such as protection of the stomach, elimination of morning sickness, reduction of inflammation and rheumatism, in the case of those who have rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis. Forbidden Berries is a satisfying drink, both in taste and beneficial properties on the body.

Bar menu – New York Sour

A novelty on the bar menu at the Simfonia Hotel’s restaurant is the New York Sour. It is a classic drink, first made in the early 1880s, made from Marker’s Mark-Bourbon Whiskey, Angostura bitter, orange syrup, and lemon juice. It belongs to the family of sour drinks, which leaves you with a pungent taste on the tongue, but still pleasant.

Bar menu – Negroni

In the drinks menu of the Simfonia restaurant, we also introduced the Negroni drink, a classic cocktail that you can enjoy before dinner. It is a sophisticated aperitif, consisting of red Campari, red Martini, and Beefeater gin, in equal quantities. Although it can be enjoyed all year round, the bitter taste of Negroni is especially suitable in the spring evenings.

Bar menu – Muscow Mule

The latest addition to the Symphony’s drinks menu is the Muscow Mule. This drink contains Finnish vodka, Angostura Bitters, ginger beer, lime juice, sugar syrup, and lots of ice. The beverage is served in a copper cup, which takes over the cold temperature of the liquid.

Hotel Simfonia is waiting for you to taste all the newly introduced drinks and enjoy the culinary novelties of the restaurant. To see the full menu of drinks you can enter here.

Spa hotel – discover the Râmnicu Vâlcea Simfonia boutique

16 March 202229 March 2022News, Uncategorized

If you want to stay at a spa hotel, then the Simfonia boutique in Râmnicu Vâlcea is the ideal choice if you are in the area. Our staff will welcome you with open arms, and we assure you that you will have a wonderful stay. We travel to discover places, new people, civilizations and cultures from different parts of the world. However, the holidays also mean moments of relaxation, not only hiking in the city and its surroundings. Râmnicu Vâlcea is an incredible location, which has kept its old-world charm. You can visit the Anton Pann Memorial House, the “Casa Simian” Art Museum, the Râmnicu Vâlcea Court, the History Museum or you can visit the vineyards in Drăgășani, where you can taste delicious wines made in those lands. Various activities will make your stay enjoyable, such as a fishing session or a bike ride. But after a long day full of multiple activities, we are waiting for you to discover our spa centre, where we assure you that you will relax and put aside all your worries and problems. Hotel Simfonia is for everyone looking for a bit of adventure, peace and relaxation. If you are tired of the crowds and tiring noises specific to big cities, then our small boutique in Râmnicu Vâlcea is the ideal location.

Spa Hotel – a relaxing holiday at the Hotel Simfonia

A spa hotel is a perfect combination for a relaxing and comfortable holiday. You will be able to enjoy incredible moments inside the Hotel Simfonia, where a relaxing sauna with a Turkish hammam awaits you. You can choose between a dry or wet sauna or enjoy an aromatic tea, contemplating the colours in complementary tones and muted music. The environmental agreements will transport you to a quiet, Edenic place, where you will be able to recharge your batteries. You will return to work hard, and you will be full of energy after such a vacation. There is also a fitness room, where you are an active person and enjoy sports in your free time.

The benefits of a spa session

If you are in Râmnicu Vâlcea and you want to stay in a spa hotel, the Simfonia boutique is the ideal choice. But, in addition to the fact that the sauna gives you a feeling of total relaxation, it also has specific benefits for your body. Three thousand years ago, the Mayan civilization used the sauna for therapeutic purposes and during spiritual ceremonies. Over time, the sauna has become increasingly used for its health benefits, such as:

has relaxing effects – a sauna session will save you from the worries and daily problems you encounter at work or in any circumstance. Sauna stimulates blood circulation and always induces well-being.
reduces cardiovascular risk– studies have shown that those who use the sauna two or three times a week may reduce cardiovascular risk.
reduces pain– – as mentioned above, sauna stimulates blood circulation, but high temperatures can also relieve both muscle and joint pain. After the sauna, you will notice that the flexibility of the joints is improved.

A dry sauna has beneficial effects on the body due to how it is built. The room emits constant dry heat and is made of wood, and the heat comes from a stove on which are placed volcanic stones that must be watered from time to time.

The wet sauna helps to detoxify the body of toxins and beautifies the skin. This type of steam sauna is recommended for people who hold water and are prone to circulation problems or difficulty breathing. The wet sauna offers a benefit in addition to the dry sauna by inhaling steam, which helps alleviate congestion, inflammation, and cough due to allergies and other breathing problems.

Spa Hotel – Choose a relaxing accommodation at the Symphony Boutique

The 4-star Simfonia Boutique is a spa hotel that ensures a perfect, flawless stay. Our staff will be at your disposal at any step, and the rooms will enchant you in oriental, classic or Mediterranean style or by the panoramic terrace from where you will be able to look at the Făgăraș mountains while enjoying a delicious meal.

Two newcomers in the kitchen of Hotel Simfonia

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Our chefs have prepared culinary delights that will delight your taste buds. Hotel Simfonia is a chic 4-star boutique that wants to offer its guests the most delicious dishes. We like to diversify and satisfy all the flavors of those who cross our threshold. Hotel Simfonia has professional chefs on its team who know how to season any food to give it an authentic and incredibly delicious taste!

Hotel Simfonia is the ideal location for a luxurious stay. You will be pampered with the most delicious dishes, and the rooms will be specially prepared for all guests. You can choose to stay in a Mediterranean-style room that reminds you of pleasant Greece or an Oriental-style apartment that will make you think of the Far East.

The restaurant of the Hotel Simfonia is preferred by both locals and hotel guests, as the chefs compete in the preparation of the most unique and tasty dishes. You can enjoy a hearty breakfast or a hot meal for lunch and dinner, and our restaurant is ready to serve you at any time of the day. You will also be able to enjoy the menu created by real chefs from the panoramic terrace, which offers you a fantastic view over the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea. Our chefs pay special attention to every detail, and the design will be a delight for all viewers. You can enjoy an entree prepared with fresh ingredients, which will be a real treat! Below we present the latest dishes introduced in the menu of the restaurant of the Hotel Simfonia.

Veal cheek with mashed potatoes and greens, Honey fungus and wine sauce

A dish that will surely be to everyone’s taste. The veal cheek meat is a tender, premium quality that will delight anyone. The slow-cooked meat with mashed potatoes, greens, and Honey fungus sautéed in butter and flavoured with herbs and garlic is lightly sprinkled with a red wine brought directly from the vineyards of Drăgășani. Such a dish is welcome in the cold season, and a glass of red wine will complete this delicious menu. You can enjoy a special dessert prepared by chefs, such as a Moelleux au chocolate with vanilla ice cream or a Belgian Chocolate Ganache with spicy caramel sauce and chocolate tiles. Everything sounds delicious, and you can’t refuse these dishes! The dish veal cheek with mashed potatoes and greens, honey fungus, and wine sauce is specially prepared for the guests of the Simfonia hotel, but also for those who are passing by and want to eat a hearty meal!

Chicken breast stuffed with goat cheese wrapped in prosciutto with black rice and beet sauce

A dish that does not need an introduction. Our chefs have created a delicious and good-looking dish that will convince you of its flavour from the first sip. Goat cheese is a delicacy and has many benefits for our body, such as lowering cholesterol, supporting bone health, reducing acne, and helping to lose weight. So, not only is it a delicious dish, but it will also bring many other benefits to your body. Chicken breast stuffed with goat cheese wrapped in prosciutto with black rice and beet sauce is a dish that will certainly not disappoint you. Black rice garnish is preferred by most consumers as it has a fine texture, and the beet sauce is ideal for adding flavour!

Choose the restaurant of Hotel Simfonia for a delicious meal!

The restaurant of the Hotel Simfonia has prepared selected dishes, suitable even for the most demanding tasters. The two dishes newly introduced in the restaurant menu are available for everyone who wants a menu with an enticing taste. A dessert and a glass of red or semi-dry wine, or, why not, a cocktail, will complete this hearty meal! If you want to enjoy other dishes, such as foie gras or miso salmon with vegetables, our staff will be at your disposal and help you make the right choice for your taste!

Tourist routes – discover nature on foot

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If you are looking for outdoor activities, we suggest some tourist routes in the area of Râmnicu Vâlcea. A nature outing is always welcome, being where you can fully relax. You become one with nature, and everything seems to induce a state of peace, from the chirping of birds to the light breeze of the wind through the branches of the trees.

The peace of mind of the environment will always be the best remedy against anxiety. During the day, we may face various stressful situations, at work or even at home. Not everything always goes as planned and worries overwhelm us. However, Hotel Simfonia comes to your aid to get rid of monotony, stress and anxiety with a few tourist routes, beneficial for body and mind. The warm season is approaching, so this recreational activity is suitable.

Tourist routes in the Cozia mountains

The Cozia Mountains are located approximately 20 km from Râmnicu Vâlcea, on the right side of the Olt Valley, south of the Făgăraș Ridge, near Căciulata. We will present you with some accessible tourist routes that you can take.

The Cozia Mountains have modest altitudes, the highest peak, Ciuha Mare, having 1668 m. and so on. From specific points of view, you can see the surroundings from spectacular viewpoints on the edge of the precipices. You can make your way to the Cozia Mountains all year round, as the risk of avalanches in winter is minimal. Also, if you encounter problematic or tree-blocked areas along the route, you can easily find other detours.

Tourist routes in the Cozia mountains:

Stănișoara Monastery (730 m) – Cozia Chalet (1573) – Turneanu Refuge (1320 m) – Turneanu Stâna (1115 m) – Stănișoara Monastery (730 m).

Roman Arutela Camp – Stănișoara Monastery – yellow cross to La Troița, then the blue stripe.
Păușa village – Stănișoara Monastery – blue stripe.
Turnu Monastery – Stănișoara Monastery – the red band to La Troița, then the blue band.
Turnu Monastery (350 m) – Stănișoara Monastery (730 m) – Cozia Chalet (1573) – Turneanu Refuge (1320 m) – Turnu Monastery (350 m).
Vf. Cozia (1668m) – Curmătura Mocirle (1427m.) – Vf. Omul (1558 m.) –Muchia Şirul de Pietre- Satu Pripoare (520m). Level difference 1148 m. Marking: red cross. Walking time 3-4 hours. A difficult route in winter on snow.
Brezoi (640m) – Valea Dăneasa – Poiana Tarsa (1280m). Level difference 940 m. Marking: red dot. Walking time 3-4 hours. The problematic route in winter on snow.

For more tourist routes, you can access the valceaturistica.ro website valceaturistica.ro.

Tourist routes – equipment

If you have decided on the tourist routes as a recreational activity, below, we will tell you what you need to be equipped with so that you do not miss anything during the hike.

First of all, you have to have boots. Proper footwear is essential for any mountain trail, as you will have to walk quite long distances, and your feet must be protected. When you have a route through the forest, you can step on a stone wrong, giving you significant foot pain, maybe even a sprain. That’s why it’s good to have boots with a sole that ensures grip and stability. You can find the right pair in speciality stores.

Another essential accessory is the backpack. It would be best if you had a place to put all your things, and it should have some basic features such as straps or sticks for holding the tracking sticks, a compartment at the base for the sleeping bag, straps for holding the isoprene, the straps should be as comprehensive as possible. And lined so as not to cause injury, and the backpack adjustable. Also, if you plan to make longer tourist routes, you will need a tent, a sleeping bag, and a sleeping mattress for a few days.

It is also essential to have a first aid kit with some crucial medicines useful in an emergency (for external disinfection of wounds, ointment for muscle pain, protective cream). Solar, sanitary alcohol, internal medication, sterile compresses, cotton wool, gauze bandage, patches, plaster). It would help if you had trekking pants, T-shirts, windbreaker and raincoat, blouse and fleece pants, hat and gloves on the clothing side.

Tourist routes are a source of energy and are beneficial for both body and mind. If you are a beginner, do not venture on challenging routes and never set off without the right equipment.

Tourist routes – Choose Hotel Simfonia for your dream accommodation!

If you have decided to go for tourist routes in the Râmnicu Vâlcea County area, Hotel Simfonia is the ideal place to stay. You can also choose one-day trip or day trips where you can visit the surroundings. Here you will spend relaxing moments after a long and tiring journey. Our staff will be at your disposal with any request and will make your stay as pleasant as possible!

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