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Defileul Jiului, Gorj, Romania

Jiu Gorge

Romanian landmark in Gorj county

Nature Gorj County Free entry
The Jiu Gorge, 33 km long from Bumbești-Jiu to Petroșani, is one of the most spectacular gorges in the Southern Carpathians. The narrow-gauge train through the tunnel, the waterfalls on the tributaries and the limestone walls 300 m high make the gorge an exceptional tourist route for lovers of wild nature.

Best time to visit

Year-round, depending on opening hours and weather.

How to get there

Address: Bumbești-Jiu, Gorj. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.

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