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Andrea und Huskys 🐺
August 22, 2025
Hiking
Located in the Ciomatului Mare crater, Lake Sfânta Ana is the only lake of volcanic origin in Central and Eastern Europe and the most visited tourist attraction in Szeklerland. The lake is surrounded by the steep walls of the volcanic cone of Mount Ciomat, with several higher peaks. The highest is Ciomatul Mare at 1,301 meters. The lake, unique in Europe, lies at 946 meters above sea level, has a diameter of 1,737 meters, and its greatest depth is seven meters. The lake is fed exclusively by rainwater and meltwater.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Lake Sfânta Ana
5.0
(2)
20
hikers
9.36km
02:55
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
5.0
(2)
17
hikers
10.3km
03:10
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
4.5
(2)
8
hikers
25.7km
08:37
1,060m
1,070m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
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Elevation 940 m
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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h
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