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Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak

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Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak

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Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak

Recommended by 92 hikers out of 93

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Parcul Natural Bucegi

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Location: Prahova, Romania

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1. Bucegi Sphinx – Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak loop from Cartierul Fierăstrău

12.8km

04:32

540m

Expert hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak – Bucegi Sphinx loop from Cartierul Fierăstrău

6.52km

01:57

210m

200m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Babele Hut – Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak loop from Cartierul Fierăstrău

5.95km

02:21

290m

Expert hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Vasi

February 21, 2018

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heroes%27_Cross_on_Caraiman_Peak
"The Heroes' Cross is a monument built between 1926 and 1928 on Caraiman Peak at an altitude of 2,291 m located in Romania, in the Bucegi Mountains of the Southern Carpathians. It has a height of 36 metres (118 ft) and the nearest town is Buşteni.[1] The name of the monument is "The Heroes' Cross", but it is popularly known as the "Cross on Caraiman"."

Werner 🚶‍♂️🚵‍♂️🚴‍♂️

August 30, 2021

A huge metal lattice cross on a striking stone base. The way there (from the cable car station) has to be earned a little.

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Eliane

September 14, 2024

Steep slope next to the hiking trail, therefore only for people with a head for heights. Partially secured with a wire rope.

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Location: Prahova, Romania

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Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak

1. Bucegi Sphinx – Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak loop from Cartierul Fierăstrău

2. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak – Bucegi Sphinx loop from Cartierul Fierăstrău

3. Babele Hut – Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak loop from Cartierul Fierăstrău

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