Cheile Vârghișului

The Vârghiș Gorges are a spectacular wild valley carved by the Vârghiș River through the limestone massif on the border between Covasna and Harghita counties, in the heart of Transylvania. Steep rock walls, tens of metres high, rise on either side of the water, creating an impressive landscape prized by hikers and nature lovers. The area is also known for the many caves opening in the slopes of the gorges, some with traces of prehistoric habitation and important archaeological finds.

The best known of them shelters remains attesting to human presence since ancient times. The nature reserve protects both the geological forms and the distinctive flora and fauna of the place. A marked trail allows the gorges to be walked along paths and footbridges.

Visitors should wear hiking footwear and respect the rules of the protected area. It is advisable to check the water level and the accessibility of the trail before setting out.