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Typically July 1 to October 31, weather permitting. Alpine section stays closed in winter due to snow
Yes, the road is well-paved. No 4WD needed. Be careful on hairpin turns
Balea Lake (2034m elevation), Vidraru Dam (166m tall), Poienari Fortress, Curtea de Arges Monastery, and multiple waterfalls
Yes, bears sometimes appear near the road. Do not exit car or feed them — prohibited and punishable by law
2-3 hours driving only, 4-6 hours with stops. Plan a full day to enjoy the route properly
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Transfagarasan
Check road status before your trip — may close without notice due to weather
Start driving early morning to avoid crowds and get best photo light
Fill up fuel before the climb — no gas stations on the mountain section
Bring warm clothes — even in summer, temperatures at Balea Lake can be 5-10°C
Stop at Balea Lake for hiking — there are short trails with stunning views
Do not feed bears or exit car to photograph them — heavy fines and real danger
Road is popular with motorcyclists — be patient and respectful when sharing the road
Reviews
Questions & Answers
Weather
Average temperature by month
Now
-7°
-7°74%9 м/с
Today
-5°-9°
-5°-9°Tomorrow-5°-10°
-5°-10°Sat-4°-9°
-4°-9°Sun-3°-7°
-3°-7°Mon-2°-6°
-2°-6°Tue-4°-6°
-4°-6°Wed
-2°-5°
-2°-5°-8°
-15°Jan
-6°
-13°Feb
-2°
-9°Mar
4°
-3°Apr
10°
2°May
14°
6°Jun
17°
8°Jul
16°
8°Aug
12°
4°Sep
6°
-1°Oct
0°
-6°Nov
-5°
-12°Dec
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500 lei~113 $
UberBolt
Rent a car or private driver from Sibiu or Pitesti. Organized tours available from Brasov
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location.transport.taxi | 500 lei ~113 $ | UberBolt | Rent a car or private driver from Sibiu or Pitesti. Organized tours available from Brasov |
Daily Budget
Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
50 - 80 lei
~65.0 $
Restaurant dinner
120 - 180 lei
~150 $
Breakfast
40 - 60 lei
~50.0 $
Street Food
Local dish
20 - 35 lei
~27.5 $
Drinks
Coffee
10 - 18 lei
~14.0 $
Beer in bar
15 - 25 lei
~20.0 $
Local beer
8 - 12 lei
~10.0 $
Imported beer
15 - 25 lei
~20.0 $
Wine bottle
40 - 80 lei
~60.0 $
Fast Food
Big Mac
25 - 30 lei
~27.5 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
5 - 10 lei
~7.5 $
Cigarettes
25 - 35 lei
~30.0 $
Weekly groceries
400 - 600 lei
~500 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
80 - 120 lei / night
~100 $
Hostel private room
150 - 250 lei / night
~200 $
Guesthouse
200 - 350 lei / night
~275 $
Hotel 2★
180 - 280 lei / night
~230 $
Hotel 3★
300 - 450 lei / night
~375 $
Hotel 4★
450 - 700 lei / night
~575 $
Hotel 5★
800 - 1500 lei / night
~1150 $
Boutique hotel
500 - 900 lei / night
~700 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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Bring cash! Cards not accepted at most roadside kiosks and souvenir shops
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Romanian Leu (RON). No exchange services on route — exchange in Sibiu, Pitesti, or Bucharest before the trip
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10%
Tipping appreciated at mountain cabins but not expected
What to see
Attractions and points of interest
