Bicaz Gorges
Bicaz-Chei, Romania
A narrow limestone gorge where the DN12C road squeezes beneath overhanging cliffs several hundred metres high. The tightest part is called the Neck of Hell; stop only in the lay-bys, as the road is busy.
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- Bicaz-Chei, Romania
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 46.8150, 25.8240
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Romania: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Grand Parking Lacu RosuMotorhome stopover3 km from Bicaz GorgesMotorhomes
- Camping Lacu RoșuCampsite7 km from Bicaz GorgesTentsCaravansShowersToilets
- Camping BistraCampsite13 km from Bicaz Gorges
- Camping VaraljaCampsite17 km from Bicaz Gorges
- Campare Piatra LatăCampsite19 km from Bicaz GorgesTents
- Izvoru MunteluiCampsite20 km from Bicaz Gorges
All campsites in Romania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Bicaz Gorges?
Bicaz Gorges is in Bicaz-Chei, Romania, at GPS 46.8150, 25.8240. It is about 43 km from Piatra Neamț.
Can you camp near Bicaz Gorges?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Grand Parking Lacu Rosu, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 9 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Bicaz Gorges?
Bicaz Gorges is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Bicaz Gorges and the painted monasteries of Bucovina.
What is there to see near Bicaz Gorges?
Places worth a stop nearby: Lacu Roșu (4 km), Ceahlău Massif at Durău (21 km), Neamț Citadel (59 km) and Bear Lake, Sovata (62 km).
When is the best time to visit Bicaz Gorges?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)