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The Wooden Churches Route
A road cycling route starting from Oncesti
Discover the architectural wonders of Maramureșs wooden churches as you cycle through charming rural landscapes.
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The Wooden Churches Route is a 65 km road cycling itinerary that showcases the unique architectural heritage of the Maramureș region. As you pedal through rustic villages, you will be treated to the sight of beautifully preserved wooden churches, adorned with intricate carvings and vibrant paintings. Along the way, take the time to explore Desești, Hoteni, and Berbești each offering its own special charm and cultural significance. The relatively flat terrain makes this route ideal for both leisurely cycling and sightseeing adventures.
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65 km
948 m
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Start: Oncești Village centerOncești: Enjoy leisurely rides through the scenic countryside of Oncești in Romania.
Oncești is a village located in the Nord-Vest region of Romania. From a cyclist's perspective, the locality offers some decent cycling options. The roads in and around Oncești offer a mix of rolling terrain and scenic countryside. However, there aren't any well-known climbs or famous cycling locations nearby. Overall, Oncești ranks as a 2 in terms of cycling friendliness and may appeal more to casual or leisure cyclists.14 km
14 km
DeseștiVillageDesești is home to the UNESCO-listed Church of the Holy Archangels, featuring intricate woodwork and an impressive collection of icons.
43 km
43 km
HoteniVillageHoteni boasts an exemplary wooden church, known for its picturesque setting and ornate decorations.
55 km
55 km
BerbeștiVillageBerbești is a small village with a unique wooden church that stands out for its distinctive roof shape and charming interior frescoes.
65 km
65 km
Finish: Oncești Village centerOncești: Enjoy leisurely rides through the scenic countryside of Oncești in Romania.
Cycling routes from Oncesti:
The Wooden Churches Route Sighetu Marmatiei to Vadu Izei Road Ride Nănești to Ferești Gravel Ride The Maramureș Loop The Wild West Gravel Adventure Transylvania Road Cycling Tour The Salt Route Adventure Sighetu Marmatiei to Vadu Izei Road Ride Ferești to Vadu Izei Road Ride The Off-the-Beaten-Path Gravel Ride
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Berbești](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/nord-vest/berbesti-5.webp)
![Image of Vadu Izei](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/nord-vest/vadu-izei-4.webp)
![Image of Bârsana](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/nord-vest/barsana-4.webp)
![Image of Văleni](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/nord-vest/valeni-5.webp)
![Image of Rona de Sus](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/nord-vest/rona-de-sus-3.webp)
![Image of Rona de Jos](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/nord-vest/rona-de-jos-4.webp)
![Image of Sighetu Marmaţiei](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/nord-vest/sighetu-marmatiei-4.webp)
![Image of Budeşti](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/nord-vest/budesti-4.webp)