Outdoor & Trails · Timișu de Jos
Traseu: Timișu de Jos – Cabana Postăvaru – Brașov (bandă albastră)
Crossing Postăvaru on the blue stripe: from Timișu de Jos, up the Serpents' Road and past the Postăvaru hut, to Brașov. 19.3 km, 9–10 h, difficult.
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At a glance
Distance from MAX80 kmTravel time9–10 hTime to spend9–10 hDifficultydifficultTownTimișu de JosAbout the place
In short (checked 13 October 2026)
Waymark: blue stripe (code 05MN49). Distance: 19.3 km. Elevation: over 1,500 m (P2); Munții Noștri: 1,435 m of ascent and 1,510 m of descent. Duration: 9–10 h. Difficulty: difficult (P2); medium/difficult (Munții Noștri).
Where it goes
The route crosses the Postăvaru massif. It starts in Timișu de Jos, next to the DN1, and climbs the Drumul Șerpilor (Serpents' Road) to the saddle below Postăvaru Peak; from the saddle the summit (1,799 m) is a few minutes away, on a path fitted with railings. It passes the Postăvaru (Julius Romer) hut, at 1,604 m, then descends along the Crucuru ridge towards the Dârste district of Brașov, according to Munții Noștri. On the variant below Crucuru Mic the waymarks are sparse, and a review cited by our sources says the route is degraded.
Safety
In winter the route is only partly passable: the Timișu de Jos – Drumul Șerpilor – saddle below Postăvaru Peak section is closed because of avalanche risk. Water sources and bear risk are not published in our sources, so set off with plenty of water. Shelters: the Postăvaru (Julius Romer) hut and the Salvamont Postăvaru hut; check in advance whether they are open. With 19.3 km and over 1,400 m of ascent, it is a long mountain day, and the sources recommend splitting it into stages. 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 towards Brașov and from there on the DN1 towards Predeal, as far as Timișu de Jos. The sources give the car park at the Petrom petrol station in Timișu de Jos, on the DN1. The route ends in Brașov, in the Dârste district, far from the car, so plan in advance how you will get back. 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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