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Galbenei Gorge – The Ponor Fortresses loop from Padiș

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Galbenei Gorge – The Ponor Fortresses loop from Padiș

Hard

4.8

(11)

105

hikers

Galbenei Gorge – The Ponor Fortresses loop from Padiș

07:19

20.7km

1,050m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 15, 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 11.5 km for 265 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.08 km

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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6.72 km

Piatra Galbenei

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An extraordinary view, an honorable stop.

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11.6 km

Galbenei Gorge

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Make usre to take gloves.

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12.2 km

Galbena Waterfall

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15.1 km

Viewpoint

15.5 km

The Ponor Fortresses

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

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20.2 km

Padis is a temporary village built by shepherds in the summer and is now a popular destination. There are liqueurs and jams of all types of forest fruits. Be sure to try the pancakes, cheap and delicious!

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20.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.6 km

4.41 km

1.69 km

676 m

247 m

125 m

Surfaces

9.49 km

8.65 km

2.44 km

129 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 8 May

11°C

4°C

56 %

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Galbenei Gorge – The Ponor Fortresses loop from Padiș

Spring Emerging From a Cave

Poiana Ponor

Trailhead to Cetățile Ponorului and Focul Viu Ice Cave

Piatra Galbenei

Galbenei Gorge

Galbena Waterfall

The Ponor Fortresses

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