1 day hike to the Piatra Mare massif (1844m)

Summary

You will cross the Seven Ladders Canyon on a trail made from metal, with seven ladders and metal bridges.

Tour info

Duration
6 hours - 8 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

At around 8 AM your guide will pick you up from your location in Brasov and transfer to the starting point at Dambu Morii. Start hiking and after about 1 hour you will reach the Seven Ladders Canyon, carved by the Sipoaia stream in Jurassic limestone. You will go right through it on the special trail built with metal and consisting of seven ladders and multiple bridges. After exiting the canyon, you will continue your hike up to the Piatra Mare hut, at 1630 meters. After a short break, begin climbing to the peak, at 1844m. From the top, you will have fantastic views over Brasov area and the surrounding mountains: Bucegi, Piatra Craiului, Baiului, Postavaru, Ciucas. Depending on weather conditions and fitness level of the participants, you have several routes on the way down. One of them leads back to the hut where you can have a well deserved lunch. Continue down to base, get in the car and get back to your location in Brasov.

What’s included?

  • Private transportation

  • Admission ticket at Seven Ladders Canyon

  • Transfer from & to your hotel in Brasov

  • Professional certified mountain guide

  • Our advice is to bring at least 2 sandwiches for the day. However, you can serve food at the Piatra Mare Hut.

  • Bring at least 1L of water

  • Equipment: 3-season hiking boots required, fleece, rain jacket, 30L backpack, adequate clothes.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6-8 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

NeoTour Brasov

About operator:

NeoTour Brasov is located in the city of Brasov, in the middle of Romania. We specialise in active holidays: cycling, hiking, trekking, rafting, rock-climbing, ski-touring, BEAR WATCHING. We also offer cultural tours and day trips in Transylvania, multi-day tours and we are happy to help you personalise your stay in Romania. If you visit Brasov during winter please make sure to check our beautiful ski tours. If you're looking for lesser-known activities, check our foraging tour, the star-gazing night or our cooking lessons. Outside Romania we do mountaineering on high mountains (Elbrus, Aconcagua, Toubkal, sailing, scuba diving. Come discover Transylvania with us!

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