Drumul Maria M01-43 (Șimleu Silvaniei - Zalău) vs Via Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin)
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Drumul Maria M01-43 (Șimleu Silvaniei - Zalău) | Via Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 15.0 mi24 km | 18 mi30 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,070 ft326 m | 3,389 ft1,033 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 2 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Romania | Romania |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, October | Best from August to September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Drumul Maria M01-43 (Șimleu Silvaniei - Zalău) vs Via Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin): which should you hike?
At 18 mi30 km, Via Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin) is the longer route — roughly 3.5 mi6 km more than Drumul Maria M01-43 (Șimleu Silvaniei - Zalău) (15.0 mi24 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Drumul Maria M01-43 (Șimleu Silvaniei - Zalău) is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.