The Budești (Fogădău Halt) – Groapa Botencii trail runs from Fogădău Halt (Budești) to Groapa Botencii. It is 6 km long, takes 2–2.5 hours and is marked with a yellow cross. Difficulty: easy. Elevation gain: +286 m.
- Start
- Fogădău Halt (Budești)
- Finish
- Groapa Botencii
- Length
- 6 km
- Walking time
- 2–2.5 hours
- Elevation gain
- +286 m
- Difficulty
- easy
- Waymark
- yellow cross
- Route type
- one way (start and finish differ)
The route
Fogădău Halt, Budești – Borcutul Breb – Măgura Popii – Mlăci forest road – Groapa Botencii
Where to stay nearby
Budești · All guesthouses in Budești
Good to know
- Outside the villages, do not get too close to sheepfolds. Keep your distance from the sheepdogs and call out to the shepherd.
- Ask your guesthouse host: they know the area and can tell you what to visit, depending on your time, fitness and preferences.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Budești (Fogădău Halt) – Groapa Botencii trail and how long does it take?
It is 6 km long and takes 2–2.5 hours on foot.
How is the trail marked?
With a yellow cross.
What is the elevation gain?
About +286 m.
How difficult is it?
Easy difficulty.
Is there a GPX track?
Yes, you can download the GPX file from this page.
Where can I stay near the start?
In Budești. The guesthouses in the Eco Maramureș network are listed on this page and on the Budești accommodation page.
Can I hike it with a local guide?
Yes. Local guides who lead mountain hikes: Cristina Pop, Edit Agneta Pop, Emil Ioan Pop, Horia Grosu, Ioan Godja, Ioana Brîndău, Robert Dobai, Teofil Ivanciuc, Florin Merciu (see all local guides).
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