Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni) vs Via Mariae M05-51 Vlăhita - Miercurea Ciuc
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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| Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni) | Via Mariae M05-51 Vlăhita - Miercurea Ciuc | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 17 mi27 km | 18 mi29 km |
| Elevation gain | 2,215 ft675 m | 988 ft301 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 2 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Romania | Romania |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, September, October | Best from September to September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni) vs Via Mariae M05-51 Vlăhita - Miercurea Ciuc: which should you hike?
At 18 mi29 km, Via Mariae M05-51 Vlăhita - Miercurea Ciuc is the longer route — roughly 1.6 mi3 km more than Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni) (17 mi27 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Mariae M01-53 (Valea - Sărățeni) 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.