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Description
Valisoara Gorge is a narrow gorge that stretches for about 3 kilometers and is characterized by its impressive vertical limestone walls, which can reach heights of up to 250 meters. Great place to spot Беркут, Скальная ласточка and on a lucky day even the Eastern Рыжепоясничная ласточка. Other species include Горная овсянка, Ополовник, Пустельга обыкновенная, Оляпка, Сапсан and Пеночка-трещотка.
Details
Access
Valisoara Gorge can be approached by car from the south from Aiud city via road 107M or from the north coming from Rimetea. It is located at only 10 km from the Piatra Secuiului, another good birding spot. Best explored on foot.
Allow half day if one visits the panoramic viewpoints located above the Castelul Templul Cavalerilor restaurant or if one decides to explore the marked trails (red dot) that takes you near Coltul Sandului peak, Rachis peak and Coltul Cetate peak than takes you back in a loop to the carpark. Press a P on the map for directions to a parking spot.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Mountain , Canyon/cliffConditions
Flat , Mountainous , RockyCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
Spring , AutumnBest time to visit
Spring , AutumnRoute
Narrow trail , Paved roadDifficulty walking trail
StrenuousAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The best place to spot the Беркут is either the panoramic viewpoint (46.37510480698996, 23.581348545551265) in the afternoon or from the Rachis peak (46.37852111277581, 23.588427282749045) in the morning. The Скальная ласточка nest on the sheer cliff of Coltul Cetate peak just above the first carpark arriving from Aiud. The Рыжепоясничная ласточка could nest under the bridge near the first carpark and might be seen around the restaurant buildings.