Bușteni – Urlătoarea Waterfall
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Bușteni – Urlătoarea Waterfall. Has red marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Marked local tourist route. Marking is red, sign — circle on a white background. Length of the route — 4.1 km. Location: mountain range — Bucegi, Romania. The route passes through Bucegi Natural Park. A ticket is required to visit the park: 10 lei for adults for three months, which can be purchased online or from rangers.
At a glance
A short route of 4.1 km with 329 m of ascent from Bușteni to Urlătoarea Waterfall. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: red.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 880–900 m
- 1–2.5 kmClimb of 210 m (up to 1,108 m)
- 2.5–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,100–1,170 m
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a climb of 150 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Bușteni. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0.
Water and shelter on the route
- Drinking water (Bușteni)km 0.1 from the start · Not verified · 888 m
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