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Traseu: Brașov (centru) – Poiana lui Stechil – Culmea Crucuru (bandă albastră)

The Blue Road, from central Brașov, through the Tâmpa saddle and Poiana lui Stechil, to the Crucuru ridge (blue stripe). 6.7 km, 710 m up, medium.

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Distance from MAX4–4,5 h · 4–4.5 hTravel time4–4,5 hTime to spend4–4.5 hDifficultymediumTownBrașov

About the place

In short (checked 13 October 2026)

Waymark: blue stripe (code 05MN36). Distance: 6.7 km. Elevation: 710 m up, 40 m down. Duration: 4–4.5 h. Difficulty: medium.

Where it goes

The route follows the Blue Road (Drumul Albastru) and starts from the promenade in the Tiberiu Brediceanu park, where the arrow points to the Postăvaru hut. You climb behind the houses to a small clearing, then steeply (over 35% gradient) to some rock slabs, at the junction with the Knights' Road (Drumul Cavalerilor), the medieval way up to the fortress on Tâmpa. In about 15 minutes you reach the Tâmpa saddle and the Mușicoiu Cross, with a view over the city. From there the Blue Road enters the forest on a wide track along the Gorița ridge, passes Poiana lui Stechil and climbs to the Crucuru ridge, near the La Amvon rocks; from the ridge you can see Piatra Mare, the Baiului Mountains and Postăvaru Peak.

Safety

With over 700 m to climb, the route is quite demanding, and at the start the gradient exceeds 35%. In winter, deep snow can cause problems. Water sources, shelters and bear risk are not published in our sources. The route ends on the ridge, not at a hut: plan your onward route or way back in advance. In an emergency call 112 or 0SALVAMONT (0725 826 668). Salvamont Brașov (municipal service, Poiana Doamnei 20B): 0368 103 194.

Getting to the start

From MAX International in Râșnov, drive to Brașov. The start is in the Tiberiu Brediceanu park, in central Brașov. A car park at the start is not published in our sources. You can see the distance and driving time with the navigation buttons on this page.

Before you set out

• Brown bear country. Keep food out of sight, never feed the animals and do not approach them.
• Stay on marked trails and carry proper mountain gear.
• Check the forecast before you leave; the weather changes fast at altitude.

Emergencies: 112
Mountain rescue (Salvamont), national dispatch: 0725 826 668

Frequently asked questions

Ce este Ghidul Local MAX International?

Un ghid al obiectivelor, traseelor și evenimentelor din zona Râșnov–Brașov–Bran, gândit ca punct de informare pentru oaspeții MAX International. Fiecare obiectiv are distanța din MAX, hartă și detalii de acces.

Cât de departe sunt obiectivele de MAX International?

Variază: de la câțiva kilometri (Cetatea Râșnov, Peștera Valea Cetății) până la ~50 km (Bușteni, Sinaia). Fiecare pagină afișează distanța aproximativă și timpul cu mașina din MAX.

Informațiile din ghid sunt verificate?

Da. Fiecare obiectiv publicat are sursă oficială și hartă confirmate. Programul și tarifele se pot schimba sezonier, așa că verifică linkul oficial înainte de vizită.

Pot cere recomandări la recepția MAX International?

Da. Recepția și concierge-ul MAX International te pot ajuta cu recomandări, transfer și rezervări, în funcție de sezon și de preferințe.

Cum ajung la obiective dacă nu am mașină?

Recepția MAX te poate ajuta cu transfer privat sau cu informații despre transport. Pentru obiectivele apropiate (Cetatea Râșnov, centrul Râșnovului) accesul e ușor și pe jos.

Care e cea mai bună perioadă pentru a vizita zona?

Zona e atractivă tot anul: vara pentru trasee și peșteri, iarna pentru pârtii și telecabine. Fiecare obiectiv indică sezonul recomandat.

Pot rezerva cazare lângă aceste obiective?

Da — MAX International Râșnov e o bază centrală pentru explorarea zonei. Vezi secțiunea de cazare sau scrie-ne pe WhatsApp pentru disponibilitate.

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