Sibiu International Airport 16 min
Howling Waterfall (17 min) A hike through the forest leads to a waterfall tumbling down jagged rocks & linked to a local myth. Piatra Mare Mountains (1 h 14) This small mountain range is a popular hiking area, with a summit that offers panoramic views. Omu (1 h 28) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Cetatea Râșnov (40 min) Landmark fortress on a hill with walking paths, an ancient well & a handful of souvenir vendors. Caraiman Peak (1 h 11) A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. Bușteni (11 min) Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (17 min) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Sinaia Monastery (20 min) Venerable monastery complex with 15th-century origins including a museum, a church & a tomb. Bran Castle (43 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Canionul Șapte Scări (33 min) Canion mare, săpat în calcar, cu scări metalice și platforme care duc la șapte cascade diferite. Sphinx (1 h 28) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Postăvarul Massif (51 min) Mountain range featuring a winter sports resort with ski trails, a cable car & lodging. Cantacuzino Castle (14 min) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Caraiman Peak (1 h 28) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Bucegi Natural Park (1 h 18) Mountainous national park & nature reserve, home to distinctive, iconic rock formations. |