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Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan
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8.5 km
Distance
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2h 7min
Est. duration
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Moderate
Difficulty
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Round walk
Route type
Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Poiana Călugărița - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan
Covering 8.5 km, this is a satisfying walk that most reasonably fit hikers will complete in about 1 hour and 53 minutes.
This loop trail is a practical choice for day hikers: you start and end at the same spot, with no shuttle or pick-up required.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan hiking route?
Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan is 8.5 km long.
How much time should I allow for Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan?
Most walkers allow around 2h 7min for Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan at a comfortable pace.
Can I walk Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan as a circular route?
Yes, Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan is a circular route. It returns to the starting point, making it convenient for day hikers.
Where does Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan start?
Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan starts at Transfăgărășan.
Is Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan suitable for beginners?
Transfăgărășan - Canionul Valea lui Stan - Barajul Vidraru - Transfăgărășan is suitable for walkers with some experience. A basic level of fitness is recommended.