
Duration
8 hours
Distance
18 km
Elevation Gain
+1400m
Trail Marking
Yellow dot, then red band on ridge
Adventure through spectacular gorges and ancestral forests to limestone ridge. Remarkable botanical diversity and panoramic views over the entire Retezat range.
DN 66A → cross Jiul de Vest → enter Scorotei Gorges (spectacular formations) → Stâna Scorota → ascend Șaua Drăcșanu → Retezat limestone ridge → Piatra Iorgovanului Peak (2014m) → descend alpine meadows and juniper → DN 66A.

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.