· Local
Moderate
V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan
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14.3 km
Distance
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3h 34min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Valea Buda - Șaua Jorzea - Culmea Jorzea - sub Vf. Piscul Negru - Transfăgărășan
Covering 14.3 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 3 hours and 10 minutes.
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 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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5 points along the routeA
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· Valea Buda
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Finish
· Transfăgărășan
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan hiking route?
V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan is 14.3 km long.
How much time should I allow for V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan?
Most walkers allow around 3h 34min for V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan at a comfortable pace.
Is V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan a circular or linear route?
V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Valea Buda to Transfăgărășan. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan start?
V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan starts at Valea Buda.
Is V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan suitable for beginners?
V. Buda - Culmea Jorzea - Transfăgărășan is suitable for walkers with some experience. A basic level of fitness is recommended.