Mount Stogu

Mount Stogu is a protected mountainous area near Băile Olănești featuring steep slopes covered entirely with forests. The woodland consists primarily of European beech, oak, and spruce trees that blanket the terrain.

The mountain received protection status in 1983 and was formally designated as a nature reserve in 2000. These decisions reflected the growing importance of preserving this alpine landscape.

The local communities around the mountain have lived here for generations, using the forests in ways that sustain both people and nature. You can see this balance in how the landscape is managed, where human presence and forest protection coexist naturally.

Marked hiking trails from Băile Olănești provide easy access to the mountain for visitors on foot. A mountain hut along the route offers rest and overnight accommodation for those exploring the area.

The reserve is home to rare plant species including lady's slipper orchids and unusual mountain flowers that few visitors notice. The presence of large predators such as bears and lynx in these forests adds another layer to its ecological importance.