Trails tested the hard way, gear I actually use, and drone footage (still a beginner, but enthusiastic).
Romania has some of Europe's wildest mountains, but good English-language info is hard to find. You won't find boring lists of “Top 10 trails you MUST hike”. You'll find real trail reports tested on my own legs, with honest difficulty ratings and gear advice you'll actually use.
Planning a trip to the Carpathians? You're in the right place.
If you're here, you either love climbing mountains or you want to see how much others suffer. Either way, stay around – you'll find real trails, drone footage, spectacular descents (sometimes on foot, sometimes on my backside) and survival lessons among snowmobiles and waist-deep snow.
📍 I test trails so you know what you're getting into
🎥 I film everything so you don't think I'm exaggerating
⚠️ If you need reasons to start hiking… I'll also give you a few to think twice
If you're here, you're ready to see crooked mountains, shots with too much sky and questionable landings. Yes, I'm still learning to fly the drone, but that makes it more interesting, doesn't it?
📌 Any hate comments are welcome – maybe they'll help me film straighter next time. Or maybe not. 😆 Meanwhile, I enjoy every flight, and if you want to see how I refine my style (or how I sometimes miss the good shots), you're in the right place!
If reading isn't your strong suit, hit play on my vlogs – less text, more WOW!
Hi, I'm Rareș and if I'm not in the mountains, I'm probably on my way to one. I write here to show you where I've been, which trails are worth it and what gear to bring so you don't freeze. If you like the mountains, you'll like the blog too.
If not… you can at least laugh at how badly I dress in winter.
If you made it this far, either you love the mountains or you can't find the way out of the site. Either way, you'll find links to all categories and social media below.
mountainWinter hiking in Romania: Muntele Mare, Apuseni Mountains, Transylvania. Ice everywhere, a lone guard dog, speedflying on the plateau, plus gear and food tips.
mountainWinter hiking in Romania: Vârful Parângul Mare, Parâng Mountains, Southern Carpathians. Deep snow, a night descent, bum-sliding the slopes, gear and Strava.
mountainWinter hiking in Romania: Vârful Gârgalău in the Rodna Mountains near Borșa. Snow, wind and a stunning sunset, plus gear tips and where to stay and eat.
mountainWinter hiking in Romania: Vârful Cindrel (Cindrel Peak) near Sibiu, Transylvania. Waist-deep snow, -16°C at the start, gear list, drone video and Strava stats.
mountainWinter hiking in Romania: Piatra Secuiului above Rimetea village, Transylvania. A tough climb, a snowy descent, big views, plus the route stats and gear tips.
mountainHiking in Romania: Vârful Dâmbău (Dâmbău Peak) in the Trascău Mountains, Transylvania. An easy autumn hike, how hard it is, and why to take a long break on top.