Transfagarasan
Transfăgărășan
The Transfagarasan is a mountain road in Romania, spanning 90 kilometers through the Southern Carpathians. It connects the regions of Wallachia and Transylvania, reaching an altitude of 2,042 meters. Constructed between 1970 and 1974, it features numerous hairpin turns and tunnels.
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Built as a strategic military route, the Transfagarasan crosses the Fagaras Mountains. The road includes the Balea Tunnel, Romania's longest road tunnel at 884 meters. It is typically open from June to October, as heavy snow and ice close it during winter months. Popular access points include Sibiu and Pitesti.