Via Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin) vs Via Mariae M05-49 Inlăceni - Dealu
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 M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin) | Via Mariae M05-49 Inlăceni - Dealu | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 18 mi30 km | 14.0 mi23 km |
| Elevation gain | 3,389 ft1,033 m | 2,185 ft666 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 from August to September | Best months: April, June, August, September, October |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Via Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin) vs Via Mariae M05-49 Inlăceni - Dealu: which should you hike?
At 18 mi30 km, Via Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin) is the longer route — roughly 4.0 mi6 km more than Via Mariae M05-49 Inlăceni - Dealu (14.0 mi23 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 M05-49 Inlăceni - Dealu 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.