Duration: ~ 3-hour round trip hike from the accommodation
Cost: Free
Hiking Difficulty Level: Medium
What to Bring/Wear: Water, good hiking shoes, sunscreen
● Due to the remote nature of this hike, it is recommended to go with a fellow volunteer.
● Using Google Maps, type this location: Csíksomlyói messzelátó
● Please take care when climbing the tower, and slowly climb up the ladder to each platform.
● When you arrive close to the top of the hill, you may lose cell service.
● The below screenshot shows where Google Maps leads you, and the dotted line continues up the steep part of the hill.
● On this trail, the trees are marked with red dots to show you the way down.
● Take care regarding a shepherd dog that lives on the hill, as it may not be friendly. Do not run, but calmly move away, and do not try to pet this dog.
● There is a beautiful view of the city from the second platform on the tower and the early evening is a great time to do this hike.
Even if you choose not to climb the tower, you will enjoy hiking in the Roman countryside as there are many pine trees, tall grass, and wildflowers on this hike.