Roundtrip – 9 km, 500 m ascent (41 m to 370 m)
Măcin is the oldest mountain in Romania.
Why go here:
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- unique views of rocks and cultivated fields.
- easy and short hike, safe even for kids.
- if you are visiting the seaside you can spend one day here.
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Starting point:
Măcin, accessible by car.
Route details
If you are coming from far away you can car camp at the start of this trail.
The hike follows only one marking, Blue Stripe, that goes on the ridge and back to the starting point circling the mountain.
Trail Markings: the route is 100% on marked trails, there are no orientation problems.
Water Sources:
- is recommended to carry your water and don’t drink from the spring (Fântâna de Leac).
Surface
Most of the trail is dirt and rounded rocks.
It’s best to come here in May or in September since it’s always windy and in the middle of the summer it gets way too hot.
Alternative routes:
- The route can go in reverse with no problems.
You can read more about the Măcin natural park on their official website.
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