Mária-út, M01-40 (Tiream - Tășnad) 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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| Mária-út, M01-40 (Tiream - Tășnad) | Via Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 14.0 mi22 km | 18 mi30 km |
| Elevation gain | 213 ft65 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: February, April, October | Best from August to September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Mária-út, M01-40 (Tiream - Tășnad) 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 4.4 mi7 km more than Mária-út, M01-40 (Tiream - Tășnad) (14.0 mi22 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Mária-út, M01-40 (Tiream - Tășnad) 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.