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The Ponor Fortresses – Cave Entrance loop from Cetățile Ponorului

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Romania
Bihor

The Ponor Fortresses – Cave Entrance loop from Cetățile Ponorului

Hard

4.9

(8)

76

hikers

The Ponor Fortresses – Cave Entrance loop from Cetățile Ponorului

01:34

5.05km

120m

Hiking

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.53 km for 693 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

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1

192 m

Trailhead to Cetățile Ponorului and Focul Viu Ice Cave

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From here you can start towards the Ponor Fortresses or towards the Living Fire glacier

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2

1.63 km

The Ponor Fortresses

Highlight • Gorge

Care must be taken because the place is in danger of falling empty

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3

2.82 km

Chain Climbing Section

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4

2.95 km

Cave Entrance

Highlight • Cave

5

3.18 km

B

5.05 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.76 km

1.33 km

942 m

Surfaces

2.06 km

2.03 km

584 m

357 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (1,090 m)

Lowest point (1,010 m)

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Thursday 7 May

17°C

8°C

52 %

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