Weekend in the Mountains of Transylvania

119 000 Ft

Easy: < 10 km

Moderate: 10-25 km

Hard: > 25 km

Hike details:

🌿 Beyond the Borders: A Weekend in the Mountains of Transylvania 🌿

Hello Hikers! 👋

We are thrilled to announce our first cross-border weekend trip to the magical western mountains of Transylvania, where we’ll witness the breathtaking crocus bloom in one of Central Europe’s most stunning hidden landscapes! 🌸💜

Without exaggeration, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the rocky wonderland of the Padis Plateau, where staggering cliffs, enormous caves, deep gorges, and endless green fields create an unreal and unforgettable hiking experience.

The Bihar Mountains, located near the Hungarian border in western Romania, offer one of the most diverse landscapes in Central Europe—a mix of untamed nature, rushing waterfalls, alpine meadows, and a unique local pastoral culture. While the peaks don’t exceed 1850 meters, the dramatic landscapes and thrilling trails will make this adventure one to remember!

 

🚶‍♂️ Hike Overview

📅 Departure: 25 April 2025, 1PM, Népliget, Budapest

📅 Arrival: 27 April 2025, 11PM, Népliget, Budapest

 

✅️ The ticket includes the following:

🚐 Transportation: Our vans will take you comfortably from Budapest to Padis and back.

🏨 Accommodation: A cozy tourist hotel in the middle of the forest, offering separate male and female bunk-bed rooms (4 beds per room).

🍽️ Food:
✔️ Friday & Saturday dinner
✔️ Saturday & Sunday breakfast
✔️ For the rest, bring your own snacks and water!

🎲 Evening Fun: After the hikes, those with extra energy can join board game sessions at the accommodation. ✅️

 

🏔️ Our Hiking Journey

🔹 Day 1 – Friday:

🚐 Departure from Budapest at 1PM, arrival in Padis by 6PM.
🍽️ A delicious dinner awaits, followed by a relaxed evening with board games and good company. 🎲🏡

🔹 Day 2 – Saturday:

🍳 Fuel up with breakfast before an epic adventure begins!
🥾 First stop: The Magical Castle (Csodavár) – a jaw-dropping 70-meter cave mouth with towering cliffs and an ice-cold stream flowing through. ❄️🏞️
🌊 Next: we tackle the Galbena Gorge, one of the most exciting river trails in Romania. Expect thrilling crossings, chain-secured paths, and wooden railings above rushing whitewater. 🌊💦
🏔️ On our way back, we’ll hike up to the breathtaking Galbena Cliffs, explore the freezing cold Eskimo Cave, and walk through fields of thousands of blooming purple crocuses. 🌸💜

🔹 Day 3 – Sunday:

🍽️ After breakfast, we set off to discover the northern gems of Padis!
💦 Highlights include the majestic Three Kings’ Waterfall, the towering Csonka Cliff, and the mesmerizing Pietros River.
🚐 Around 11PM, we’ll return to Budapest with tired legs but unforgettable memories!

 

📌 Essential Info

✔️ Difficulty: Not for complete beginners, but manageable for anyone with basic hiking skills.
✔️ Daily Distance: 15-20 km per day 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️
✔️ Elevation Gain: Under 800m ⛰️
✔️ What to bring:
• Proper hiking boots 🥾
• Comfortable hiking clothes 👕
• Extra snacks and water 🍫💧

🌟 Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! 🌟 Spots are limited, so grab your ticket now and get ready for a weekend full of adventure, stunning landscapes, and great company!

The Budapest Hikers & BAIS Team

Easy: < 10 km 
Moderate: 10-20 km
Difficult: > 20 km