Peleaga, Mountain peak in Retezat Mountains, Romania.
Peleaga rises to an elevation of 2,509 meters, featuring steep rock formations and multiple glacial lakes around its northern and southern slopes.
The Retezat Mountains, where Peleaga stands, were shaped by extensive glacial activity during the last ice age, creating deep valleys and cirques.
Local mountaineers maintain several marked trails leading to the summit, preserving traditional Romanian alpine route-finding and climbing techniques.
The ascent to Peleaga requires a seven-day entrance permit to Retezat National Park, with access starting from the village of Nucșoara.
Four distinct ridges descend from Peleaga's summit, creating natural divisions between the numerous glacial lakes that surround the mountain.
Location: Râu de Mori
Address: Peleaga, Romania
GPS coordinates: 45.36561,22.89286
Latest update: October 16, 2025 08:17
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