Traseu: Poiana Brașov – Avenul Groapa de Aur – Valea Poienii (punct roșu)

In short (checked 13 October 2026)

Waymark: red dot (code 05MN55). Distance: 6.9 km. Elevation: about 300 m (P2); Munții Noștri gives 320 m of ascent and 600 m of descent. Duration: 3–3.5 h (Munții Noștri: 3 h 15 min – 3 h 30 min). Difficulty: medium.

Where it goes

The route links the Poiana Brașov resort with Valea Poienii, near Cheișoara, according to Munții Noștri. The first waymark is on the fence of the artificial skating rink, in the south-east of the resort, at the junction with the Old Road to Poiana. The path passes below the limestone cliffs of Prăpastia Lupului (Wolf's Chasm), then through Poiana Ursului, a small clearing with limestone boulders, 20–30 minutes from the Lupului ski slope. Further on it passes the Groapa de Aur sinkhole and descends into Valea Poienii. Munții Noștri says the route poses no orientation problems.

Safety

Only a seasonal spring is mentioned on the route, so bring water from home. Shelters, winter conditions and bear risk are not published in our sources. In an emergency call 112 or 0SALVAMONT (0725 826 668). Salvamont Brașov (municipal service, Poiana Doamnei 20B): 0368 103 194.

Getting to the start

From MAX International in Râșnov, drive to Poiana Brașov and look for the skating rink in the south-east of the resort, where the first waymark is. Parking at the start is not published in our sources. The route ends in Valea Poienii, far from the start, so plan in advance how you will get back to the car. You can see the distance and driving time with the navigation buttons on this page.