# Ciucas Mountains, Romania

Ciucas Mountains are one of the most impressive mountains in Romania, due to their unique rock formations. They are located between Brasov and Prahova counties and their maximum altitude is 1954m. There are many hiking trails reaching the top. One of the most beautiful starts in Pasul Bratocea. There is an easy car access up to that spot.

On the red hiking trail, at ~1700m

Intreseting rock formations

The structure is conglomerate, a classic sedimentary rock, composed of rounded to subangular gravel-size rocks.

Ciucas Mountains conglomerate

Autumn flora

Altitude landscape

More rock formations

Clouds above the peak

On the way to the top, at -4 degrees

Mountain slope with juniper plant

Near the top

Around Ciucas Mountains, we can observe many other chains, like Bucegi Mountains and Baiului. The view from the top is truly exciting!

Mountains around Ciucas

Alpine flower

Panoramic view

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