Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Routes
Places to see
Romania

Alba

Routes
Places to see
Romania

Alba

The Top 20 Attractions in Alba

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Alba. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Alba is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 6, 2025

Coronation Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

The Coronation Cathedral of Alba Iulia, dedicated to the Holy Trinity, was built with the support of the Romanian royal family between March 1921 and September 1922 according to the …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

St. Michael's Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

The Romanesque-Gothic Basilica of St. Michael is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Alba Iulia. It was built after the founding of the diocese in 1009, but …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

Sign up now to discover places like this

Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.

Sign up for free

Scărișoara Cave

Highlight • Cave

The Scărișoara Cave is located at about 1100 m above sea level in the Romanian Apuseni Mountains. The cave can be easily reached on foot in about half an hour …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

Via Principalis

Highlight • Historical Site

The Via Principalis was the main road connecting the two main gates of the ancient Roman castrum of Apulum, to the north and south. The road ran in front of …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

National Museum of the Union

Highlight • Historical Site

The National Museum of the Union (Muzeul Național al Unirii) is housed in Alba Iulia's largest Romantic-style building, built between 1851 and 1853. It once housed the Habsburg army in …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

Traditional Houses on Upper Market Square, Rimetea

Highlight • Historical Site

After being destroyed by a fire in 1870, Rimetea was rebuilt. Whitewashed houses were built, richly decorated with works of local folk art and with the characteristic green-painted shutters. Particularly …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

Râpa Roșie

Highlight • Gorge

A real insider tip. Access is via a bumpy path. But it's definitely worth it. You can also walk up, there are several paths to the top, but not all of them are listed on Komoot.

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

Trascău Fortress

Highlight • Castle

The fortress was built in 1291. The views to the Trascau fortress are amazing. Worth the visit for sure.

Unfortunately there are no signs to describe the history, so you'll have to do your own research.

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

King's Gate (Poarta Regelui) – Alba Iulia

Highlight • Religious Site

The magnificent Royal Gate, with its high gate tower, was built as the portico of the new Holy Trinity Cathedral (Cathedral of the Reunification of the Nation) for the coronation …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

Founders of the Coronation Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

The coronation of Ferdinand of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen, King Ferdinand I of Romania since October 10, 1914, and his wife Maria was the trigger for the construction of the new Trinity Cathedral …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

See hikes here

Send to Phone

Save

Sign up for free to discover even more attractions in Alba.

Sign up for free

Already have an account?

Loading

Most popular routes in Alba

Hiking in Alba

Easy hikes in Alba

Running Trails in Alba

MTB Trails in Alba

Cycling in Alba

Road Cycling Routes in Alba

Waterfall hikes in Alba

Most popular attractions in Alba

Natural Monuments

Get inspired with the komoot mobile app

With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.

or

Join komoot Now

Didn’t find what you were looking for?

Are you keen on exploring more awesome places nearby? Browse our guides:

MuresTrascău

Explore more

Still not found the Highlight you’re looking for? See guides of the top attractions in other regions:

Carpathian MountainsBrașovSibiuBucharestPrahovaClujMureșTimișMaramureșArgeșNeamțSuceavaBistrița-NăsăudBihorHarghitaHunedoaraIașiAradTulceaCaraș SeverinDâmbovițaVâlceaConstanțaSălajCovasnaBacăuSatu MareMehedințiTeleormanGorjBotoșani

Get ready to conquer new peaks

Sign up for Free

Explore
RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepacking
B2B
PartnersConnectEmbed routes
Company
PressWhat's NewPioneersProduct UpdatesAmbassadorsAdventure Hub
Community
Help GuidesSupportKomoot Treasure Hunt
Download the app
Follow Us on Socials

© komoot GmbH

Privacy Policy
Terms of Service
Community guidelines
Vulnerability disclosure program
Imprint
Information for law enforcement