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Retezat National Park (Romania) — Romania

Retezat National Park (Romania)

The most alpine Romanian range — 80+ glacial lakes and 20+ peaks over 2,000 m in the southern Carpathians.

Where on earth

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Region
Romania
Country
Europe
Biome
Carpathian alpine (1,000–2,509 m)
Best season
June – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Carpathian alpine (1,000–2,509 m)
  • Best season: June – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

The most alpine Romanian range — 80+ glacial lakes and 20+ peaks over 2,000 m in the southern Carpathians.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: June – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Carpathian alpine (1,000–2,509 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Europe
Biome
Carpathian alpine (1,000–2,509 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

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Last verified: 1970-01-01