Romania, Bukovina
Fresh tarmac over the Rarau massif past the Lady's Rocks, and almost nobody on it.
Length
38 km
In miles
23.6 mi
Driving time
57 min
Atlas rating
9.0 / 10
The run
Campulung Moldovenesc to Chiril, following the DN17B. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Snow closes the summit in winter
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Last reviewed 25 March 2026
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