Negoiu

Negoiu is a prominent mountain peak in the Făgăraș Mountains of the Southern Carpathians, located in Sibiu County, Romania. It is one of the highest summits in Romania and a well-known objective for hikers and mountaineers.

The summit is characterized by steep rock and alpine ridgelines that provide panoramic views of the surrounding Făgăraș massif. Routes to the summit include marked trails and more technical scrambling sections depending on the chosen approach.

Negoiu formed as part of the Carpathian mountain range and has long been included in Romanian alpine guides and itineraries. It remains a popular climb in the summer months and can present snow and difficult conditions outside the main season.

The peak sits within the central Făgăraș ridge, in Sibiu County, in the heart of Romania’s Southern Carpathians.

• Elevation: At 2,535 metres it is Romania’s second-highest peak, after Moldoveanu, and forms part of the alpine Făgăraș ridge.
• Hiking note: Features steep rocky ridges and popular scrambling routes; routes typically require good fitness and can involve exposed sections.

• Aim for the summer months (July-September) for the most reliable, snow-free access to the ridge; weather in the Făgăraș Mountains changes rapidly, so start very early.
• Negoiu is Romania's second-highest peak-expect a long, exposed ascent; many hikers plan a full day or an overnight at a nearby mountain hut to break the route into safer segments.
• Choose the approach that matches your experience: the routes from the Podragu/Călțun lake areas are scenic and commonly used by those wanting to avoid the busiest Bâlea Pass crowds.