Mária-út, M01-42A (Carastelec - Zăuan-Băi) vs Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni)
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, M01-42A (Carastelec - Zăuan-Băi) | Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 12.0 mi20 km | 17 mi27 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,302 ft397 m | 2,215 ft675 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 months: April, September, October |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Mária-út, M01-42A (Carastelec - Zăuan-Băi) vs Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni): which should you hike?
At 17 mi27 km, Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni) is the longer route — roughly 4.2 mi7 km more than Mária-út, M01-42A (Carastelec - Zăuan-Băi) (12.0 mi20 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, M01-42A (Carastelec - Zăuan-Băi) 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.