· National
Strenuous
Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce
📏
27.0 km
Distance
⏱
6h 43min
Est. duration
⛰
Strenuous
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Șaua Vârtop - Vf. Piatra Grăitoare - Cucurbăta Mare (Vf. Bihor) - Șaua Bisericuța - Vf. Muncelu - Piatra Aradului - Muntele Găina Cruce
Covering 27.0 km, this demanding trail is best tackled by experienced walkers in good condition. Budget roughly 6 hours or consider splitting it across two days.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.
This route is part of the National Walking Network (NWN) — a flagship trail maintained to national standards, often following scenic or historically significant corridors.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Șaua Vârtop
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Finish
· Muntele Găina Cruce
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce hiking route?
Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce is 27.0 km long.
How much time should I allow for Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce?
Most walkers allow around 6h 43min for Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce at a comfortable pace.
Is Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce a circular or linear route?
Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Șaua Vârtop to Muntele Găina Cruce. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce start?
Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce starts at Șaua Vârtop.
Is Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce suitable for beginners?
Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce is best suited to experienced, fit hikers. It is not suitable for beginners.
Is Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce part of a larger trail network?
Yes, Șaua Vârtop - Muntele Găina Cruce is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), connecting this route to a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.