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Făgăraș Mountains

Worth knowing
The Făgăraș Mountains runs for a length of 84 kilometers through Romania.
The difficulty of the trail is rated as demanding and it usually takes 4 days to walk the Făgăraș Mountains.
Of course, how long it really takes for the trail depends on the experience and fitness of the hikers.
The drinking water supply is on the way no problem, since there are numerous possibilities to fill up the water supplies.
This can be done, for example, at streams, springs, but also at wells or public facilities. However, the water may have to be filtered before drinking!
On the trail you are self-sufficient.
But at irregular intervals (at least every few days) there is the possibility to buy food.
This needs to be planned accordingly and it can only be recommended to contact the aid stations and check the opening hours.
You can stay overnight in unmanaged huts, in managed huts and in a tent/tarp.
Wild camping is allowed As always, leave behind no traces . Rubbish has to be taken away and nature has to be respected and protected!
Campfires are currently allowed. However, this can change at any time.
Therefore, please be sure to pay attention to public notices and a possible risk of forest fires..
In addition, new fireplaces should never be built, but existing ones should be used.
Facts about Făgăraș Mountains
Difficulty
- demanding
Length
84 km
Elevation gain
5.400 m
Elevation loss
6.050 m
Highest Point
Viștea Mare / 2.527 m
Lowest Point
Turnu Roșu / 381 m
Round Trip?
No
Walk in both directions?
Yes
84 km
5.400 m
6.050 m
Viștea Mare
2.527 m
Turnu Roșu
381 m
You have the following accommodation options on the Făgăraș Mountains
- in unmanaged huts
- in managed huts
- in a tent/tarp
Solitude on the Făgăraș Mountains
Hardly any other people and you sleep in huts/tents with no contact to villages
The best time to hike the Făgăraș Mountains is:
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Arrival to the Făgăraș Mountains
You will arrive via Bremerhaven Airport.
You can get to Starting point via Bus. Duration approx. 2 hours.
Departure from the Făgăraș Mountains
Departure is via Bremerhaven Airport.
You can get to the airport per Bus / Taxi. Takes about 6 hours.
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Map and elevation profile of the Făgăraș Mountains
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