9.5 km
Total Distance
730 m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A gentle forest approach from the Sambata de Sus monastery complex into the only Fagaras valley with a hut set right under the main ridge. Cabana Valea Sambetei sits at 1401 m below the glacial amphitheatre of Fereastra Mare. The classic first taste of the range for generations of hikers.

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Difficulty

2/5 · Easy