Brebu Nou Commune · projects for the future
One mountain. Two villages. Many ideas
From festivals known across the country to trails, cultural spaces and tourism projects in development, Brebu Nou Commune is building its future on what it values most: nature, community and the identity of the place. The church remains a landmark of the village: from the Way of the Cross up to Kasarn Hill to the Kirchweih feast, many initiatives spring from the community’s faith.
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This page lists the projects of the Brebu Nou Commune Town Hall along two intertwined directions: tourism and culture. Some are already active – festivals, places of worship, slopes and trails built by the community. Others are in preparation and need partners.
Many initiatives come from the private sector or the church and are supported locally. As new projects are completed, they move from „in project stage" to „existing". The list below shows where we stand today.
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Section 1 Existing10 projects
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Section 2 In project stage21 projects
Existing
Gărâna Jazz Festival
Private initiative. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the first edition. One of the most recognised jazz festivals in Central and Eastern Europe.
Active · 30 yearsGărâna Folk Festival
Private initiative. Annual music event bringing the folk audience together at Poiana Lupului.
Active · annualGărâna ↔ Brebu Nou cycle path
Working cycle path between the two villages, climbing the hill that links the community. Starting point for the extension towards Trei Ape.
In useSki slope
Three descent variants and an après-ski area. Functional in winter. Official certification is in progress.
Certification in progressThe Way of the Cross · Via Crucis
14-station religious tourist trail climbing to Kasarn Hill. Initiative of the Roman Catholic Church. Official certification as a tourist trail is in progress.
Certification in progressKirchweih
The village patronal feast. Patron of the Roman Catholic Church „St Theresa of Ávila", an identity marker of the German / Pemi community of Gărâna.
Active · annualFriendship Glade
Community picnic area, set up for family reunions and local events.
In useGărâna Cultural Centre
Indoor venue for events. Under restoration. Expected to be completed at the end of July 2026.
Restoration · July 2026Orthodox Church „Most Holy Trinity"
Inaugurated in 2023. Patron saints „Most Holy Trinity" and „St Joseph the New of Partoș". An active place of worship in Gărâna.
Active · since 2023Gărâna School
Undergoing energy efficiency refurbishment. Set to become the Gărâna House of Arts, dedicated to symposia and artistic residencies.
Under refurbishmentIn project stage
Mountain Educational Park
Ecological education space made of natural materials (wood, rope, stone, logs), part of a larger project that includes mini-football and basketball courts on the hill at the edge of the village. Mini Via Transilvanica trail for children, observation tower, wooden educational displays.
In projectGărâna House of Arts
Space for symposia in art, literature, poetry, philosophy and music. Research, music production, concerts, openings and book launches. In the former school building.
In projectOutdoor sculpture park
Open-air gallery with permanent sculpture exhibits along a publicly accessible route.
In projectGărâna Electric Park
Electrified bike park with bicycles and e-bikes, pumptrack and tubing. On the hill above the village. Romania’s first electrified adventure park.
In developmentAdventure park
Space with climbing trails, zip lines and outdoor activities, complementing the bike park.
In projectSummer bobsleigh
A summer bobsleigh track, a warm-season alternative to winter sports. A family activity.
In projectCRAG · Cinematic Retreat at Gărâna
A „slow cinema retreat" film festival. Film screenings, a gastronomic strand, cultural curation. Silent Cinema, Lab Cinema, video installations in the forest. A new theme and curator each year.
In projectGastronomy festival · Mountainous Banat
A festival devoted to the traditional cuisine of the Mountainous Banat, with local producers, culinary demonstrations and tastings.
In projectA new ski slope
A new slope, complementing the existing one, to broaden the winter offer.
In projectCycle path extension
Extending the existing Gărâna ↔ Brebu Nou cycle path towards Trei Ape and the Prislop pass.
In projectMarked and certified hiking trails
Marking and official certification for the mountain trails around the commune, including connections to the Semenic-Cheile Carașului National Park network.
In projectBelvedere points
Observation points fitted with solid-wood deckchairs on metal frames, on the ridges with the widest views over the Semenic and Trei Ape Lake.
In projectEvent technical equipment
The Town Hall proposes to provide the technical infrastructure needed to organise public events: a professional mobile stage, stage sound and lighting, a high-power projector, an outdoor LED screen, a three-phase generator, professional marquees, eco toilets, mobile fencing, urban furniture and temporary power stations.
In project„Șonc de Banat" Festival
A festival devoted to șonc, the smoked speciality of the Mountainous Banat. The Town Hall intends to register the name as a brand and to build European partnerships with regions of similar tradition: jamón in Spain, prosciutto in Italy, figatelli in Corsica.
In projectEquipment for hire · sawmill
Acquisition of a sawmill and other professional equipment (for example a branch chipper) that the Town Hall would make available to residents for hire. The Town Hall recently acquired a multi-purpose machine for maintenance through the Local Action Group.
In projectSolid-wood furniture · Cultural Centre and School
Furnishing the Gărâna Cultural Centre and School with solid-wood furniture: tables, chairs and a library. Both buildings have undergone energy refurbishment.
In projectSustainable tourism · destination management
Professionalising the tourism infrastructure by creating or joining a Destination Management Organisation. A digital and physical map, unified signage, marked trails, a totem at the entrance to the commune and the VisitBrebuNou app. Funding sought: the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR).
In projectCollection and processing centre · „Produs la Gărâna"
A centre with an authorised kitchen where small producers can process and package their goods under a shared brand, „Produs la Gărâna" (Made in Gărâna). Funding sought: AFIR (rural development), through the lines for quality schemes and producer cooperation.
In projectCommunity composting and waste management
A community composting system for biodegradable waste, which makes up roughly half of household refuse. The resulting compost becomes fertiliser for residents' gardens. Funding sought: the Environment Fund Administration (AFM) or circular-economy programmes.
In projectVolunteer service · mountain safety
Setting up a service of trained local volunteers, equipped with first-aid kits, an off-road vehicle and a defibrillator. Funding sought: the Norway Grants or European funds through the Local Action Group.
In projectGardens for visitors
Plots of about 250 sqm offered for rent to visitors from nearby towns, with a wooden cabin, water and electricity supply, clear rules and the option to make use of the harvest. A way to connect the town with the village.
In project