Places to see, trails to walk and experiences to discover near La Poiana.
La Poiana isn't just a place to stay, it's also your starting point for discovering what's around it. We're right in the village of Poiana cu Cetate, Iași, a short distance from the city, in an area of meadows, forests and old monasteries worth discovering at a slow pace.
This page gathers the places we recommend, from short walks right from the guesthouse's yard, to a full day spent in Iași. Choose based on the time you have and what you're after: quiet, nature, history, or a bit of everything.
NatureAn easy walk through the forest, to a spot where monumental sculptures and the ruins of an old hermitage rest among the trees.
HistoryThe very village where La Poiana is located hides historical traces, old remains just a few steps from the guesthouse.
NatureAn extensive forested area, known for its good walking paths, south of Iași.
NatureA protected natural area near Iași, known for its distinctive relief and vegetation.
MonasteriesA monastery less known to tourists, suited to a quiet visit, away from the bustle.
MonasteriesA monastery near Bârnova Forest, in an area known for its quiet and its greenery.
MonasteriesOne of the princely-founded monasteries near Iași, set on a hill with a view over the city.
MonasteriesA princely-founded monastery, located closer to central Iași than the other monasteries in the area.
Day tripsThe landmark building of Iași, a good starting point for a day in the city after a morning spent in nature.
Day tripsOne of the best-known parks in Iași, tied to the city's literary history.
NatureAn easy walk through the forest, to a spot where monumental sculptures and the ruins of an old hermitage rest among the trees.
NatureAn extensive forested area, known for its good walking paths, south of Iași.
NatureA protected natural area near Iași, known for its distinctive relief and vegetation.
MonasteriesA monastery less known to tourists, suited to a quiet visit, away from the bustle.
MonasteriesA monastery near Bârnova Forest, in an area known for its quiet and its greenery.
MonasteriesOne of the princely-founded monasteries near Iași, set on a hill with a view over the city.
MonasteriesA princely-founded monastery, located closer to central Iași than the other monasteries in the area.
HistoryThe very village where La Poiana is located hides historical traces, old remains just a few steps from the guesthouse.
Day tripsThe landmark building of Iași, a good starting point for a day in the city after a morning spent in nature.
A few ready-made options, depending on the time you have and what you're after.
La PoianaPoiana cu Schitforest walkback to La Poiana
Set off on foot from La Poiana towards Poiana cu Schit, on a route of about 3 km, roughly a 45-minute walk.
A walk through the forest and a break in the meadow, then back to the cabin for a barbecue on your terrace.
Recommended for: Families and couples who want a short outing without complicated planning
La PoianaHadâmbu Monasteryexploring the areaback to La Poiana
A drive of about 25 minutes to Hadâmbu Monastery, with time for an unhurried visit.
A stroll around the area, then back to La Poiana for a quiet evening by the fire.
Recommended for: Those looking for quiet and a slow pace, without any rush
La PoianaIașiPalace of CultureCopouback to La Poiana
A drive of about 30 minutes into Iași and a visit to the Palace of Culture: the outside and, if you have time, the museums inside.
An unhurried walk through Copou Park, the symbol of literary Iași.
Back to La Poiana for a quiet evening on the terrace, far from the bustle of the city.
Recommended for: Those who want to combine the quiet of La Poiana with a day in the city
Two days: nature on the first, monasteries and Iași on the second
A morning dedicated to nature, a walk at Poiana cu Schit, followed by free time at La Poiana.
A visit to Hadâmbu Monastery, then a trip into Iași, to the Palace of Culture and Copou.
Recommended for: Those staying several nights who want to see both the nature and the history of the area
Day tripsThe landmark building of Iași, a good starting point for a day in the city after a morning spent in nature.
Day tripsOne of the best-known parks in Iași, tied to the city's literary history.
An overview of the area around La Poiana. For each objective, you can open its exact location in Google Maps from its own page.
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La Poiana is your starting point for discovering the nature, history and special places around Iași.
