Runcu - Vârful Leaota - Podu Dâmboviței

Runcu - ”La Ziduri” (mănăstire) - Cabana Leaota - Vârful Românescu - Vârful Leaota - Curmătura Fiarelor - Vârful Sântilia Mică - Valea Crovului - Valea Cheii - Podu Dâmboviței

At 45.2 km, this is a demanding long-distance hike that may be split across multiple days. Experienced hikers typically take around 10 hours and 3 minutes to complete it end-to-end.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way.

A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.