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The hills of Izvoarele
A road cycling route starting from Gruia
An exhilarating ride through the hills near Izvoarele
![Map miniature of "The hills of Izvoarele" cycling inspiration in Sud-Vest Oltenia, Romania. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/romania/sud-vest-oltenia/gruia/road/344230.webp)
This round-trip cycling route takes you through the scenic hills near Izvoarele, Romania. With a total distance of 45 kilometers and an ascent of 157 meters, this route offers a moderate challenge for well-trained amateurs. The road bike route showcases the beautiful countryside and offers stunning views along the way. The gravel sections give a little more adventure to the ride. Apart from the enjoyable cycling experience, the route also passes by some interesting highlights including Izvoarele, Cioroboreni, and Pătulele. These areas offer unique sights and are worth stopping by during the journey. Overall, this cycling route provides a great opportunity to enjoy the Romanian countryside while experiencing a moderate challenge on the bike.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Pătulele](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/romania/sud-vest-oltenia/patulele-5.webp)
![Image of Bregovo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/bulgaria/severozapaden/bregovo-5.webp)
![Image of Negotin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/serbia/region-juzne-i-istocne-srbije/negotin-4.webp)