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A free daytime parking area in a green spot in front of the tunnel, reached by crossing the water from the dirt road. Sheep and hikers are nearby, while shops and restaurants offer food, including local specialities. Hiking routes begin around the parking area, but the Gendarmerie has recently required everyone to leave at 19:00, so overnight stays are not allowed.
From travellers' reviews
Listing copied from our source, 48 days ago
Listing copied from our source, 48 days ago
At 7:05 p.m., the police came and told everyone to leave the site. You can park there during the day and should move to one of the other car parks in the evening. Today, July 30, at 7 p.m., both car parks are almost empty.Translating
This free spot has an ideal location, as many walks start directly at or opposite this car park. The walks are all wonderful! We parked our van farther back, which gave us a beautiful view of the mountains. One star deducted because there is also the hustle and bustle of shops and such behind you. If you park facing the right way, you will hardly be bothered by it.Translating
We stayed here on July 1 without any problems.Translating
We left our car here for two nights and slept in the mountains; there was no problem, from Wednesday to Friday. On weekends, the free car park is very crowded.Translating
Nice place, but the police came around and said that overnight stays are not allowed here.Translating
We managed to find a free space thanks to some very kind Polish people—warm greetings to them. A breathtaking place, especially in the evening when all the stalls close and the coaches disappear.Translating
Today it was not possible to enter the spot. Local vendors blocked the road with a stall.Translating
I think this is the best place along the Transfăgărășan, right at the summit, free of charge—simply beautiful. I recommend it.Translating
Not accessible. The access road is being used as a car park, and there is about 60 cm of snow beyond their car park.Translating
An excellent place, with a dreamlike view. Be careful with long campers, 6.5–7 m, so you do not scrape the rear bumper as I did. It is best for someone to get out and supervise while you park.Translating
A great and peaceful place to sleep, sheltered from the wind. It is difficult to find the entrance; the access road is between the vendors and the paid parking area. The access is unpaved and the ground is uneven. Excellent for spending the night.Translating
On July 30, 2022, we passed through, but now there are barriers and people at the entrance charging a fee. Perhaps it is only for the summer. They did not let us enter with a heavy goods vehicle.Translating