Retezat Mountains
Mountain range in Romania
The Retezat Mountains are one of the highest massifs in Romania, being part of the Southern Carpathians. The highest peak is Peleaga, at an altitude of 2,509 metres. Other important peaks are Păpușa and Retezat Peak. The name means "cut off" in... Wikipedia
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The Retezat Mountains represent the highest mountains in the country and one of the most striking parts of the Carpathians. It is home to the highest number of ...
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What are the interesting facts about Retezat National Park?
Founded in 1935, it is the oldest national park in the country and categorized as a category II IUCN national park. Retezat is particularly notable for its biodiverse flora, with over 1,000 species of plants present within the park. It is also home to some of the last remaining pristine old-growth forests in Europe.
How do I get to Retezat National Park?
How to get to Retezat Park. from village Ohaba de sub Piatră (5 miles south of Hateg) to Carnic (park northern entrance). Park southern entrances are accesible by mini-bus from Petrosani (to Buta and Cheile Butii) and from Lupeni (to Campu lui Neag).
What national park is home to rare wildlife in Romania?
Calimani National Park is home to several endangered species,such as: the bear (Ursus arctos), the elk (cervus elaphus), the wild boar (sus scrofa), the roe deer (Capreolus capreolus), the wolf (Canis lupus), the tree marten (Martes martes) and the lynx (Lynx lynx).
Are there any river lakes, forests, or parks in Romania?
There are 14 national parks in Romania and the most popular ones are:
Piatra Craiului.
Retezat National Park.
Nera Gorge (Cheile Nerei-Beușnița)
the Danube Delta with Letea Forest (the oldest natural reserve in Romania)
Călimani National Park.
and Cheile Bicazului (Bicaz Gorges)
Oct 10, 2017 · Our Retezat Mountains hiking trip was one to remember: filled with crystal-clear glacial lakes, tall, rocky peaks and stunning green valleys ...
The Retezat Mountains are a single, towering granite massif that rises sharply above the surrounding U-shaped canyons. The peaks feature lots of exposed rock ...