Băile Tușnad and Lacul Sfânta Ana: a 15 km circuit
Romania's only volcanic crater lake, on a 15 km circuit with 849 m of ascent from a spa town on the Olt. Just under four hours by train from Bucharest; the circuit begins in the town.
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Cheile Râmețului and Brâna Caprei: a circuit through the water
A circuit in the Trascău mountains: up the exposed Brâna Caprei ledge on cables, through Cheia village, then back down the gorge wading the stream. Five to six hours, and difficult.
Cheile Turzii: a 5 km gorge circuit near Turda
A limestone gorge protected since 1938, as a 5 km circuit in about two and a half hours: cables and bridges along the streambed, then a steep climb onto the rim.
The Făgăraș ridge: 93 km along Romania's highest mountains
The main crest is 93 km with about 5500 m of ascent, and forms part of the E8 path from Ireland to Bulgaria. An account of 73 km of it in 48 hours.
The Buila-Vânturarița ridge: a 17 km circuit
A limestone ridge in the Căpățânii mountains, as a 17 km circuit from Cabana Cheia in ten hours. The crest is waymarked but not certified, and the exposed sections have no chains.
Ceahlău: Cabana Dochia and Vârful Toaca
5.2 km and 955 m from Izvorul Muntelui to Cabana Dochia in about three hours, then 45 minutes on a red stripe to the 1904 m summit. No straightforward public transport.
Râșnov to Cabana Mălăiești: the northern approach
The approach to Mălăiești from the north: about 10 km and 1000 m of ascent to a hut at 1720 m in a glacial valley. Reachable from Brașov by bus or train in half an hour.
Bușteni to Bran on foot: crossing the Bucegi in a day
30 km and 2189 m of ascent from east to west across the Bucegi and down to Bran. Ten hours with a day pack, done from Bucharest and back by public transport.
Vârful Bucșoiu: the third-highest peak in the Bucegi
2492 m by a red-stripe route from Gura Diham: 8.5 km, 1583 m of ascent, six to seven hours. Exposed with chained sections, friable ground, and closed in winter.
Hiking in Romania beyond Brașov and the Bucegi
Seven walks further afield: a volcanic crater lake, two limestone gorges, the Făgăraș ridge and the waterfall with the longest free fall in Romania, with travel times from Bucharest.
Gura Diham to Cabana Diham: an easy introduction to the Bucegi
4.5 km, 400 m of ascent and about two hours on a blue triangle, from 980 m to 1320 m. Easy apart from the first twenty minutes, which has a name in Romanian.
Urlătoarea waterfall: a short walk from Bușteni
Two kilometres and about an hour from the cable car station to a 15-metre waterfall at 1055 m, on a wide path with red dot waymarks. Reachable on foot from the railway station.
Mountains near Bucharest: day hikes reachable by train
Eight day walks up the Prahova Valley, all reachable from Gara de Nord by train. Distances, ascent, difficulty and the transport detail for each.
Hiking from Bușteni: routes onto the Bucegi plateau
Four ways from Bușteni up onto the Bucegi plateau, from the cable car to the chained ascent of Jepii Mici, plus eight walks from the town with distance, ascent and difficulty.
Hiking near Brașov: eight walks and how to reach them
Eight walks within reach of Brașov, with distance, ascent and difficulty for each, and how to get to every trailhead by train, bus or taxi. Includes seasonal conditions and local hazards.
A Day Hike from Prionia to Mytikas Peak - The Summit of Mount Olympus
On September 15, 2023, we embarked on a day hike from Prionia to the peak of Mytikas, the highest point of Mount Olympus in Greece. We ascended Mytikas through the Louki Couloir, then continued on to Skala Peak and Skolio Peak. We returned to Prionia, concluding our hike 12 hours
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Samaria Gorge: the best hike in Crete
How to reach the Samaria Gorge by public transport, Samaria Gorge visiting hours, and other important tips for the hike.
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Brâna Caprelor - Brâul Ciorânga. Piatra Craiului, difficult hike
The Brâna Caprelor route begins at an elevation of 1510 meters near Diana Refuge and climbs through difficult and steep terrain to the ridge of the Piatra Craiului Mountains [https://hikingbeast.com/northern-piatra-craiului-ridge/]. We hiked the Brâna Caprelor trail in June 2022, taking the following circuit from
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A 2-day trip to Raisko Praskalo, the tallest waterfall in Bulgaria
An amazing 2-day hike through Stara Planina in challenging conditions. With a height of 124.5 meters, Raisko Praskalo is the tallest waterfall in Bulgaria. It is located in the Central Balkan National Park, right under the Botev Peak (2376 m) – the highest peak in the Balkan Mountains. At
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Bucegi Mountains – the closest mountains to Bucharest
Why you should visit Bucegi Mountains The Bucegi mountains are ideal for day hikes, trail running, scrambling, and alpine climbing. They offer breathtaking views and a wide range of trails suitable for both beginners and experienced hikers. There are a few huts where you can sleep or eat a hot
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The fastest way to Cabana Malaiesti
The fastest way to get to Cabana Malaiesti from Bucharest is from the town of Busteni. In short, it’s a 5-6 hours hike from the train station in Busteni. You can save 1 hour by driving (or by taking a taxi) directly to the start of the trail
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Brana Caprelor – spectacular hike to Omu Peak from Cabana Malaiesti
Brana Caprelor (The Goats’ Ledge) is a narrow, rocky path suspended like a balcony along the vertical wall of the mountain of Bucsoiu. This is a beautiful but difficult trail, not recommended to the ones afraid of heights. It is 5 km long with a total of over 1000 meters
Romania
Bran Castle to Magura village – hiking in Romania
The beautiful hiking trails near Bran Castle Bran Castle is located between Bucegi Mountains [https://hikingbeast.com/bucegi-mountains/] and Piatra Craiului Mountains, in the picturesque Rucăr-Bran Pass. If you want to find yourself traveling back in time, wandering through authentic Romanian villages surrounded by mountains, here is the
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Negoiu Peak and Custura Saratii – Fagaras Mountains, Romania
Negoiu Peak (2535m) – second highest peak in Romania Negoiu Peak (Varful Negoiu – 2535m) is the second highest peak in Romania. The trail from Cabana Poiana Neamtului to Cabana Negoiu is a 5 hour hike that is not technically challenging. From Cabana Negoiu you can reach Varful Negoiu in about 3.
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Moldoveanu Peak via Cabana Valea Sambetei
Moldoveanu Peak (2544 m) is part of the Fagaras Mountains, Southern Carpathians, and is the highest peak in Romania. Climbing Moldoveanu Peak via Cabana Valea Sambetei during summer does not pose major difficulties, however the total length and elevation gain make it a strenuous hike. We recommend to split the
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Morarului Valley – a spectacular and wild trail towards the summit of Bucegi
The trail through Morarului Valley is an unmarked, spectacular and wild path towards Omu Peak (Varful Omu – 2507m) – the highest peak in Bucegi Mountains, Romania The hike starts at Gura Diham (987 m) and takes about 4.5 hours to reach Omu Peak. This unmarked trail ascends a steep alpine
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La Lanțuri – scrambling in Piatra Craiului
La Lanțuri is a technical and spectacular trail that will take you in about 5 hours from Plaiul Foii to Vârful La Om – the summit of the Piatra Craiului Mountains. “La Lanțuri” is Romanian for “At the chains”. The trail got its name from the many steep and exposed portions
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Romania: easy hike near Brasov: From Zarnesti to Cabana Curmatura, Piatra Craiului Mountains
The trail towards Cabana Curmatura starts near the town of Zărnesti, near a spring known as Fântâna lui Botorog (Botorog’s Fountain). It is a 2.5 hours hike, suitable for beginners. Sunset view at Cabana Curamtura, Piatra Craiului Mountains, RomaniaQuick info about Botorog’s Fountain to Curmatura Chalet trail
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Tiganesti ridge – the best panoramic views in Bucegi Mountains, Romania
From Tiganesti ridge (Culmea Tiganesti) you will get some of the best panoramic views over the glacial valleys in Bucegi Mountains, the entire eastern side of Piatra Craiului Massif and the whole Rucar-Bran Pass. This trail is a 3 hour moderate hike that descends from Omu Peak (2505 m)
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Romania: Beautiful winter trail in Baiului Mountains
Ascend from Azuga to Urechea Peak (1705 m) on this 3 hours long moderate hiking trail and you will be rewarded with beautiful views over the Bucegi Mountains. During clear winter days, it seems you are in a fairy tale. You will start near Azuga at around 900 m altitude
Romania
Retezat Mountains, Romania – glacial lakes, moraines and high peaks
Many consider Retezat to be the most beautiful mountains in Romania. We wanted to see for ourselves so we left Bucharest for a 3 day trip in Retezat mountains. It was the beginning of November, which is off season for Retezat. Even if the days are shorter, the weather is
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Ciucas Mountains, Romania: one-day winter hike
The Ciucas Mountains are close to Brasov and Bucharest and are great for easy to moderate day hikes, all year round. The highest peak in Ciucas Mountains is Ciucas Peak (1954 m), followed by Gropşoarele (1883 m), Tigăile Mari (1844 m) and Zăganu (1817 m). In the beginning of February,