Vladeasa Peak
and Bride's Waterfall
Vlădeasa Mountains are the northernmost of the three high central massifs of the Western Transylvanian (Apuseni) Mountains.
The main ridge of the Vlădeasa massif is about 50km long. The eastern ridge boasts the highest peak named Vf. Vlădeasa which tops out at 1836m. It is the third-highest summit in the Apuseni Mountains.
The tour starts at 8 o'clock in the morning with a pickup from your accommodation in Cluj-Napoca.
We will travel a distance of 80 km to Rogojel Village . Before we start our hike we will make a short stop at the Sequoia tree. In this area there are many authentic wooden houses and the Romanian traditional customs are still kept.
The hiking trail will start from Rogojel village, we will hike for about 2 hours to Vladeasa chalet where we will eat a Romanian Picnic.
After the break, we will continue hiking to Vladeasa Peak for another 2 hours. On the way back we will reach the White Stones a wonderful place from where we will have an overview of the whole area. In about 3 hours we will arrive at Rogojel village.
From Rogojel village we will travel by car for about 30 minutes to catch the sunset at Rachitele Waterfall (Bridal Falls).
"It is said that during a marriage the bride had fallen off the lofty cliff. She had found her end, but her veil got hung up on the cliff. Wedding guests mourned her with bitter tears which formed the waterfall... or so the story goes and who doesn't like stories ''
After a day full of adventure we will head to CLuj Napoca. we will take you to your accommodation.
The difficulty of the hike is easy-medium, 7 hours hiking with 500 meters elevation) in 20 km.
Please check the list of day hiking equipment :
Sequoia tree
The most imposing tree from Apuseni Mountains arrived at the base of Vladeasa Mountain more than a decade ago. Is situated on God’s Hill.
Gal Silvestru, a Hungarian baron who liked to study the trees, planted several rare species in the area, such as sequoia, black pin and Zada The two giants staring nostalgia for more than 150 years on the snowy peak of Vladeasa dreaming of the North American lands where they were brought.
measuring over 40 meters
White Stones
Bridal Veil Falls
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This tour is flexible and may change and adapt depending on the size of the group, arrival and departure date, physical condition and needs of the group.
For more questions about the tour and bookings please contact Curly Guide at
contact@curlyguidetours.com
Anastasia and Iulian
This was really amazing day! Much needed escape to the nature after long time. Guides Tudor and Manu are super lovely people, who also provided us necessary hiking equipment. The atmosphere was very friendly and we had a lot of fun. All respect for Tudor and Manu - a true sample of excellent tour guides! Thank you so much, hope to see you soon again!:))