Αξιοθέατα και μέρη για επίσκεψη Bucegi - Top 20

Impressive, but also quite crowded. Inside the base is a small photo exhibition about the history of the cross.

Pope John Paul II, during the Stations of the Cross in the year 2000 at the Colosseum in Rome, expressed the following thoughts, which may also be of interest to passersby here before this colossal summit cross: “Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things in order to enter into his glory?” (Luke 24:26). At the end of the traditional Stations of the Cross at the Colosseum, we ask ourselves the same question. (…) Dear sisters and brothers! People today need to encounter the crucified and risen Jesus! Who, if not the divinely condemned one, can fully understand the suffering of those who are unjustly condemned? Who, if not the mocked and humiliated King, can answer the expectations of the many men and women who are without hope and degraded? Who, if not the crucified Son of God, can understand the pain and abandonment of the many people who despair of life because they have no future ahead of them?” (Pope John Paul II)

Lots of comments about other things... Here at the Cabana Caraiman, you can get hot soup, cold drinks, and snacks, and the interior is nicely heated.

Panorama - and view of the steep slopes ;)

Very nice hike and possibility of returning by funicular +/- 20€ per person

Very beautiful hiking spot and possibility of going down by funicular +/- 20€ per person

Refugiul Șaua Strunga – Mountain Shelter with a View Perched at over 1900 m in the Bucegi Mountains, Refugiul Șaua Strunga is a small, basic mountain shelter offering protection from the elements and unforgettable alpine scenery. It’s a key waypoint on several hiking and MTB routes, linking Bran and Moieciu to the Bucegi plateau. ⛺ Tip: The shelter is not staffed and has no facilities – bring your own sleeping bag and water. It's best used for emergencies or short rest stops. Nights here can be chilly even in summer, so pack accordingly. 🥾 Great for hikers & bikers looking for solitude and high-mountain vibes. 📍 Also a perfect sunrise or sunset spot – if the weather plays along.

Highest point in Bucegi