When is Transfagarasan open?

Usually Transfagarasan will be entirely open in the beginning of July, when there is no danger of avalanches. Do not forget that the road reaches an altitude of 2042 meters at Bâlea Lac, and here the snow melts harder.

UPDATE: Transfagarasan is open now! (since 21.06.2023) Looking for the perfect itinerary on the best road in the world? Check out where to stay and what to see on Transfagarasan here.

Depending on how many days you plan to spend in Romania, check out our suggested itineraries that include Transfagarasan:

• 7 days Romania itinerary

• 14 days Romania itinerary