
Duration
8-9 hours
Distance
20 km
Elevation Gain
+1900m
Trail Marking
Blue band, red cross, then various ridge markings
Complete circuit through Buții Gorges with two spectacular peaks and authentic mountain refuge. Perfect combination of valley hiking, alpine ridge and cultural discovery.
Buții Gorges → forest and meadows → Buta Cabin (refuge and camping) → Stâna Scorota → cross stream → scree and pines to Șaua Iepii → Piule Peak (2081m) → panoramic ridge → Pleșa Peak (1840m) → forest descent → Dâlma Mare Skete → start.

Mountain hiking requires proper equipment and preparation. Check weather conditions before departure and inform others of your route.
Trail photos provided with permission from A.P.N. Retezat (www.retezat.ro) - used for educational purposes and tourism promotion.