Private tour to Transfăgărășan - Top Gear Road

Poenari Citadel is a medieval fortress located on a steep cliff in the Făgăraș Mountains, near the town of Arefu, Romania. It is famously associated with Vlad the Impaler (Vlad Țepeș), the 15th-century ruler of Wallachia, who is often linked to the Dracula legend. Here we will not be able to enter the fortress but we will see it from the outside.

Vidraru Dam

Vidraru Dam and Lake, located in Romania's Făgăraș Mountains, is a stunning hydro-engineering marvel completed in 1966. The curved arch dam, standing 166 meters high, creates Vidraru Lake, a serene reservoir surrounded by lush forests and dramatic peaks. A popular destination for tourists, it offers breathtaking views, boating, and serves as a gateway to the Transfăgărășan Road.

Transfagarasan Highway

The Transfăgărășan Highway, often called one of the world’s most scenic roads, winds through Romania’s Făgăraș Mountains in the Carpathians. Built in the 1970s, this dramatic route features sharp hairpin turns, sweeping curves, and breathtaking views of rugged peaks, valleys, and waterfalls. A favorite for road trips, it connects Transylvania to Wallachia and offers iconic landmarks like Balea Lake and Poenari Fortress along the way.

Capra Wasserfall

Capra Waterfall (Romanian: Cascada Capra, also known as Goat Waterfall) is a stunning natural attraction located in the Făgăraș Mountains, near the Transfăgărășan road in Romania. It is one of the most picturesque waterfalls in the region and a popular stop for travelers exploring the scenic landscapes of the Carpathians.

Le Lac Balea

Bâlea Lake is a glacial lake situated at an altitude of about 2,000 meters (6,561 feet), it is one of the highest lakes in the country. The lake is known for its stunning natural beauty, surrounded by rugged peaks, dense forests, and alpine meadows. Bâlea Lake is easily accessible in the summer and autumn months via the Transfăgărășan Highway.