HomeTrailsVia Mariae M01-55 (Praid - Pasul Bucin) vs Via Mariae M05-49 Inlăceni - Dealu

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
map Route & GPX map 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.