3 curated Cycling spots in Romania, each with its own note and source.
Maramureș · Best time: May–Oct · Beginner
In the Mara-Cosău-Creasta Cocoșului eco-destination more than 150 km of trails are suitable for cycling, linking villages with old churches and crossing flowering meadows and volcanic hills. Some guesthouses cater to cycle tourists, rental and guided tours are available locally, and the Eco Maramureș app helps with navigation.
Sources: Eco Maramureș (Destinationsmanagement Mara-Cosău-Creasta Cocoșului)
Sibiu · Best time: Jul–Oct · All levels
The northern ramp of the Transfăgărășan (DN 7C) climbs about 30 km to Bâlea Lake: roughly 1,500 metres of gain at 5.1% average, twisting non-stop from kilometre 14, with ramps up to 18%. The pass section is usually shut to cars from late October to mid-June; cyclists may ride it at their own risk.
Sources: Epic Road Rides (Rennrad-Fachportal), PJAMM Cycling (Anstiegs-Datenbank)
Gorj · Best time: Jun–Oct · All levels
The Transalpina (DN 67C) covers 148 km with around 2,700 metres of climbing and tops out at the Urdele Pass at 2,145 m, making it Romania's highest paved road. The asphalt was completed in 2012, the road is narrow and full of switchbacks, traffic is light, and it is usually closed from October to June.
Sources: RennRad (Radsport-Fachmagazin)