
Duration
8-9 hours
Distance
20 km
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.
Trail photos provided with permission from A.P.N. Retezat (www.retezat.ro) - used for educational purposes and tourism promotion.
Elevation Gain
+1900m
Trail Marking
Blue band, red cross, then various ridge markings

Mountain hiking requires proper equipment and preparation. Check weather conditions before departure and inform others of your route.