Tâmpa

"Take a day hike to the top of Mount Tâmpa, location of the iconic BRASOV sign! From the peak, you can see the entire city of Brasov, from historic Schei outside the old city walls, through the old city center, to the modern city on the outskirts, and the newly opened international airport in the plain beyond the city. In other directions, you have a panorama of endless mountains to rest your eyes upon. Depending on your pace and the trail difficulty you choose, the hike up will take between 45 minutes and 2 hours. The hike down is less strenuous and usually a little faster. Want the views without the hike? No problem! You can also take the cable car up and down for around 10 RON. Be sure to check hours for the days and times you plan to go. NOTE: The cable car is closed for renovations starting October 2024, expected to reopen in spring 2025."

"Tâmpa is a mountain, part of the Postăvarul Massif, located in the southern part of the Eastern Carpathians (alternatively categorized as in the Curvature Carpathians) and almost entirely surrounded by the city of Brașov. Its elevation is 960 m (955 m according to some sources), almost 400 m above the city. Most of the mountain (1.5 km²) is a declared nature reserve, due to the rare animal species (bears, birds, butterflies—35% of Romanian butterfly species) and plant species (a rare Liverleaf variety, Transylvanian Windgrass) that are found there. "

"Brasov, a city cradled by the Carpathian Mountains, offers adventurers a chance to ascend to new heights—quite literally. The Tampa trailhead begins near the Council Square (Piata Sfatului), an easy find for eager hikers. Follow the signs and the well-trodden path. For an extra touch of magic, time your hike to coincide with the sunset. The hike to Tampa is accessible and suitable for various fitness levels. "