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Piatra Secuiului Mountain Peak

Alba  >  Romania

Barren mountain peak, part of the Trascau Range. Home to some interesting species such as Taşkızılı, Duvar Tırmaşık Kuşu and Kaya kartalý.

Added* by Janos Molnar
Most recent update 27 Ocak 2025

Description

Piatra Secuiului mountain peak rises to an elevation of 1,129 meters and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Transylvanian countryside. Between Rimetea village and the mountain you will find grasslands, agricultural lands and orchards where you can spot Ak Yanaklı Baştankara. Once the climb starts one might be lucky to be welcomed by Kaya kirazkuşu. Once on the ridge you enter the kingdom of Ak Karınlı Ebabil, Ebabil and Kaya kırlangıcı. At the southern end facing west on the rocky cliffs with a great amount of luck and patience one could see Taşkızılı. Keep an eye out for Duvar Tırmaşık Kuşu. It could be on any of the many westerly sheer rock faces.

Details

Access

Piatra Secuiului mountain peak is located near the village of Rimetea. Main access from the village. Parking in Rimetea village centre. Press P on the map for directions to a parking spot. Secondary access south of Rimetea, just before Coltesti village entrance. Parking alongside the dirt road where possible. Explore on foot, can be done in a loop. Allow a full day for the 8 km loop, because it is a strenuous walk with steep ascents and rocky paths.

Terrain and Habitat

Mountain , Canyon/cliff , Agriculture , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , City/village

Conditions

Rocky , No shadow , Mountainous

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Spring , Summer , Autumn

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Narrow trail , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Strenuous

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

IMPORTANT: take enough water with you, because there are no drinking water sources. Last chance to purchase or fill up in the village. Loose and slippery limestone rocks and pebbles in the valley. Can be busy on the trails on weekends.

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