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Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă
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12.0 km
Distance
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2h 59min
Est. duration
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Moderate
Difficulty
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Linear
Route type
Cârțișoara - Transfăgărășan - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă
A 12.0 km full-day trail that rewards walkers with a proper day out. Budget roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes at a steady pace.
This is a point-to-point route, running from one location to another. Plan ahead for return transport, or consider reversing the route on your way back.
This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.
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Waypoints
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Start
· Cârțișoara
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Finish
· Cabana Bâlea Cascadă
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă hiking route?
Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă is 12.0 km long.
How much time should I allow for Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă?
Most walkers allow around 2h 59min for Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă at a comfortable pace.
Is Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă a circular or linear route?
Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Cârțișoara to Cabana Bâlea Cascadă. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă start?
Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă starts at Cârțișoara.
Is Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă suitable for beginners?
Cârțișoara - Cabana Vama Cucului - Cabana Bâlea Cascadă is suitable for walkers with some experience. A basic level of fitness is recommended.