Predeal Clabucet Ski Area: Slopes, Lifts & Map
The Predeal Clabucet ski area is compact enough to understand quickly, but the five named pistes serve different levels and the operator’s live classification/status should take priority over an old saved map. This guide separates stable layout information from what must be checked on the day.
Longer descents above, arrival sector below
The Predeal Clabucet ski area is easier to understand as a connected layout than as a list. Clăbucet, Cocoșul and Sub Teleferic relate to the upper sector, while Clăbucet Sosire and Clăbucet Variantă sit closer to the base.
One descent, three decisions
Start with the least experienced skier in the group, then check which piste is open and only then choose the lift.
- Upper sectorClăbucet, Cocoșul and access toward Sub Teleferic.
- Connection toward the baseFollow signs; never assume every variant is open.
- Arrival sectorClăbucet Sosire and Clăbucet Variantă need separate live checks.
See the whole Clabucet network before choosing a run
The map shows the relationship between pistes and lifts. On the mountain, current signs, barriers, closures and staff instructions have priority.
Stay close to the agreed meeting area
Let the instructor choose the exact slope and lift after checking the day.
Read the full descent
Length and gradient matter together with snow quality and traffic.
Sub Teleferic needs context
Use a difficult run only when it is open and suitable for the skier and conditions.
Current operator classification and stable public dimensions
The lengths and vertical differences below come from the public inventory used by the Romanian source page. For classification, this English page gives priority to the operator’s current status table checked on 11 August 2026 and explicitly flags the places where older public data differs.
Clăbucet, Cocoșul and Sub Teleferic
These are the longer descents. The current operator table labels Clăbucet Superior medium, Sub Teleferic difficult and Cocoșul easy.
- Clăbucet · current operator: medium2,100 m · 390 m vertical
- Cocoșul · current operator: easy2,250 m · 394 m vertical
- Sub Teleferic · difficult1,200 m · 350 m vertical
Clăbucet Sosire
The lower arrival sector is the most obvious candidate for controlled skiing, but snow and crowding still change the real experience.
Clăbucet Variantă
Older public inventory material used a different classification. For a ski-day decision, follow the current operator status and on-mountain signs.
Chairlift and drag lift must be checked separately
Schedule, status and tickets are dynamic. The operator is the source of truth for the day you visit.
Predeal Chairlift
Published schedule checked 11 August 2026: first ascent 09:00 Monday and Wednesday–Sunday, 10:00 Tuesday; last ascent 15:30; last descent 15:45. The operator warns that weather can change the programme.
Official programmePredeal drag lift
The current operator programme page lists the drag lift as closed. Treat that as today’s published status, not a permanent statement about the 2026–2027 winter season.
Current piste & lift statusPredeal station is in town; the final transfer still matters
On busy winter days, the last part of the journey depends on luggage, children, parking and where the ski school expects you to meet.
By train
Predeal is on the Bucharest–Brașov rail corridor. Check your exact service and plan the station-to-Clăbucet segment separately.
CFR CălătoriPrahova Valley Without a Car
By car
Arrive with a backup parking plan and allow time to unload equipment without blocking access.
How to Get to Prahova ValleyWith a child at the first lesson
Do not buy the wrong lift product before the instructor confirms the exact lesson area and meeting point.
Prahova Valley with KidsWhat to prepare for a Clabucet ski day
The Romanian source included a large Decathlon affiliate block. The English edition replaces it with a neutral checklist useful to international visitors.
Editorial note: use a specialist rental or ski centre for technical gear and prioritise fit and safety over brand.
Helmet and dry gloves
Fit the helmet correctly and carry a spare dry pair of gloves for young skiers.
Dry, close-fitting first layer
Avoid cotton next to the skin on a long cold day.
Goggles for actual light
Flat light and bright sun require different lens choices.
One correct ski sock
Multiple thick socks can reduce circulation and worsen boot fit.
Snow and wind protection
Choose mobility and weather protection rather than bulk alone.
Battery and meeting details
Cold drains batteries; keep lesson and regrouping information accessible.
Accommodation and food should follow the day’s route
A practical stay for the Predeal Clabucet ski area means realistic access to the base, room for equipment and a parking or train plan that still works on a busy weekend.
Choose accommodation by real access
Ask about ski storage, boot drying, parking and the actual winter route to the base.
Accommodation in Prahova ValleyFood after skiing
Kitchen hours and getting there in ski gear can matter more than straight-line distance.
Restaurants in Prahova ValleyA no-ski day
Use the winter guide for town, spa and walking alternatives.
Predeal in WinterPredeal Travel Guide
Predeal Clabucet ski area FAQ
How many pistes are in the Predeal Clabucet ski area?
The core area is commonly presented with five named pistes: Clăbucet, Cocoșul, Sub Teleferic, Clăbucet Sosire and Clăbucet Variantă. Live availability changes with snow, weather and lift operation.
Which slopes are best for a first lesson?
Clăbucet Sosire is currently labelled easy by the operator, but the ski school should still choose the lesson point and lift after checking the day’s conditions.
Why do some Predeal slope classifications differ between sources?
The current Genetrix status table labels Cocoșul easy and Clăbucet Variantă medium, while older public inventories used different classifications. This guide shows the current operator classification and flags the discrepancy rather than hiding it.
What is the current Predeal chairlift timetable?
Genetrix currently publishes first ascent at 09:00 Monday and Wednesday–Sunday, 10:00 Tuesday, last ascent at 15:30 and last descent at 15:45. The operator states that weather can change the timetable.
Is the Predeal drag lift operating now?
The operator page checked on 11 August 2026 currently lists the Predeal drag lift as closed. That is a current status, not a permanent closure; check again for your ski date.
Are the published 2026 skipass prices valid for winter 2026–2027?
The operator labels the current table ‘season 2026’. Because it does not explicitly say winter 2026–2027, this guide does not present those values as confirmed prices for the next winter season.
Can I reach Clabucet without a car?
Yes. Predeal has a railway station on the Bucharest–Brașov corridor. Plan the last transfer from the station to the Clăbucet base separately, particularly with children or ski equipment.
Is the planned Clabucet expansion already open?
Do not assume so. Municipal documents describe an expansion project around Clăbucet Sosire, but planned infrastructure should not be treated as operational until an official commissioning announcement is published.
Use current operator data for the ski-day decision
The page preserves stable dimensions from public local documentation while using Genetrix for today’s piste classifications, programme, webcam and status.
Choose the level, confirm the live status, then head to Clabucet
Visit Valea Prahovei does not operate the Predeal Clabucet ski area, lifts or ski schools and does not sell ski passes, lessons or ski trips.