Vârful Roșu, Munții Iezer-Păpușa, Mountain summit in Iezer-Păpușa Massif, Romania.

Vârful Roșu is a summit in the Iezer-Păpușa Massif located in the Southern Carpathians, reaching 2,469 meters. The peak rises steeply with alpine plants adapted to the harsh conditions at this elevation.

The summit was recorded as a geographical reference point during the systematic mapping of the Southern Carpathians under Austro-Hungarian rule. This early surveying work formed the basis for understanding the region's topography.

The peak marks the point where a connecting ridge branches off toward the Făgăraș range, a junction walkers notice on the map and on the ground. The summit itself is a place of wide views across the Iezer-Păpușa massif, and marked trails from several directions meet the mountain, including the route up from Voina Cabin at 950 m.

The climb requires proper mountaineering gear and takes about 6 hours from Voina Cabin using marked trails. Choose clear weather for your attempt and wear sturdy footwear for the steep terrain.

Roșu is the highest summit of the Iezer-Păpușa Massif, and a connecting ridge branches off here toward the Făgăraș Mountains. The summit gives a wide panorama and can be reached on marked trails, for example from Voina Cabin at 950 m.