Touristic attractions on Ceahlau Mountain

The scenery that can be seen onCeahlau Mountainduring winter is breathtaking and the beauty that this season creates on this mountain is indescribable. Those that love mountain hiking can discover this beautiful environment by taking a trip to Ceahlau Mountain. At the foot of this mountain there isDurau Resortwhere you can visitDurau Monasterywhich was built in the XVII century and was painted by Nicolae Tonitza and his apprentices.

The National Park Ceahlau contains three reservations: The Scientific Reservation “Ocolasul Mare”, The Botanic Natural Reservation “Polita cu Crini” and the nature monuments “Duruitoarea Waterfall” and “Avenul Mare” (The Big Pothole). Duruitoarea waterfall is the most important attraction from Ceahlau Mountain with a height of over 30 meters.

Ceahlau Mountain has7 touristic routesthat are well marked for tourists. Once you reach the top of the mountain the winter images will show you the surrounding mountains: Hasmas, “Pietrele Rosii” and “Magura Grintiesului”. The trail that goes toDochia Chalettakes you near the rock called “Piatra Lacrimata” (The Weeping Stone) and then near“Stefan cel Mare” Monastery.