Vânătoarea lui Buteanu, Mountain summit in Făgăraș Mountains, Romania.
Vânătoarea lui Buteanu is a mountain peak in the Fagara Mountains at 2,507 meters elevation, defined by sharp rocky slopes and narrow ridges. The climbing route crosses exposed sections where walkers encounter steep descents and loose stone.
The name comes from Romanian terminology describing the purple tones of distant rocky peaks visible from below. This naming reflects traditional mountain designations passed down through local communities over centuries.
The mountain holds dual linguistic recognition, known as Vânătoarea lui Buteanu in Romanian and Buteanu-csúcs in Hungarian, reflecting the region's heritage.
Hikers can reach the summit from Balea Lake via marked trails passing through Saua Caprei in about two hours of walking. Good physical fitness and a head for heights are essential, as the paths are exposed and weather can change rapidly.
From this summit, visitors look directly at Romania's highest peaks including Moldoveanu and Negoiu, which rise in the same mountain chain. The location also serves as a strategic junction where multiple hiking routes along the Fagara ridge connect.
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