
Scenic viewpoints
Transfagarasan Highway
Bâlea Lac, Romania
Completed in 1974 as a strategic military route, the Transfagarasan Highway in Romania weaves through the Carpathian Mountains, offering dramatic views and hairpin turns. The engineering marvel reaches its highest point at 2,042 meters, making the drive a thrilling experience.
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- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- Getting there
- Best as a day trip
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