Things to see
Places to explore, just a short walk away.
Caves, gorges, limestone plateaus and quiet hermitages, many within hiking distance. We are glad to share a few recommendations on site.
Nature reserves
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Huda lui Papară
≈ 300 mThe longest cave in the Trascău Mountains, in the Bedeleu massif: over 5 km of galleries, with a river that flows into the rock.
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Bedeleu Plateau
above the villageThe most imposing limestone plateau in Trascău, with sheer walls hundreds of metres high, right above the village.
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Poarta Zmeilor Cave
geological reserveThe oldest cave in the Trascău range, at around 1,150 m, with a natural bridge right at the entrance.
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Vânătările Ponorului
at the foot of BedeleuA reserve where the valleys vanish into the limestone; a waterfall of over 25 m that freezes in winter.
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Scărița-Belioara
Muntele MareA geo-botanical reserve with edelweiss, spire-shaped peaks and numerous caves.
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Poșaga Gorge
Poșaga communeA protected area of cliffs, ridges and limestone towers, between Poșaga de Jos and Poșaga de Sus.
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Șipote Waterfall
on the ArieșA series of waterfalls stretching almost a kilometre; the lower part spills into the Arieș, visible from the road.
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Râmeț Gorges
≈ 25 kmLimestone gorges nearly 2 km long, crossed on chains or through the water, in the Trascău Mountains.
Hermitages and monasteries
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Sub Piatra Hermitage
≈ 800 mAt the edge of the village, beneath the rock of Bedeleu. The wooden church dates from 1797 and is a historic monument.
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Izvorul Tămăduirii Hermitage, Poșaga
≈ 30 minPicturesquely set beside the Poșaga stream, known for its spring; the entrance is through a massive oak gate.
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Ponor Monastery
≈ 1 hour by carAt over 1,300 m altitude, dedicated to Saint Nectarios, in a secluded mountain setting.
Distances and travel times are approximate and depend on the weather and the route.