Alex Nagy

Alex Nagy was born and raised in Brasov, in the heart of legendary Transylvania, close to Romania's highest mountains, the Fagaras. At an early age, he was fascinated by the magnificent image of these peaks, snow-capped from November to May, and his first love was skiing. He has worked in mountain rescue since 1984 and been a professional mountain guide and ski instructor since 1990. Alex received his university degree in Physical Education and Sports and also spent nine years rock-climbing and mountaineering in competitions with the local army team. He enjoys sharing his knowledge of Romania's ancient cultures and in particular loves Transylvania's fortified churches, which are unique in Europe. "There is nothing better than visiting these incredible churches to experience the history they represent, then entering the great cathedral of nature, which is what the mountains are, to meditate on the important things in life." Alex speaks fluent English and basic German. In his free time, he spends his time out in nature, away from the city, and hopes one day to enjoy a long journey in the Sierras or Rockies. For the past two winters, he has traveled to the US to teach skiing at North Star in Lake Tahoe.

Upcoming Trips:

Mountains and Legends of Romania, June 23-July 4, 2013
Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean, August 4-17, 2013
Hiking the Haute Route, August 19-30, 2013
Mountains and Legends of Romania, September 8-19, 2013

Client Testimonials:


Alex is passionate and highly knowledgeable about Romania. He is very professional and hard working, with a tremendous concern for everything and everyone on the trip. S. G., New York NY Alex is a very personable, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable—an excellent leader! Leah W., Edmond OK
Mountains & Legends of Romania
Alex was very knowledgeable about the history of Romania and readily shared it with us. He was also a very good hiking leader. Isaac A., Martinez CA
Mountains & Legends of Romania