Măgura Șimleului

Măgura Șimleului rises above the town of Șimleu Silvaniei and the Crasna valley, in Sălaj county. The summit reaches 596 meters and has wooded slopes, vineyards and clearings with views of the basin. From the height, the streets of the city, the churches and the surrounding hills can be distinguished.

The massif preserves traces of settlements and fortifications researched by archaeologists, and hoards of coins and ornaments have been discovered in the area. Access to the slopes is from the city; the forest road starts from the end of Cehei street towards Bădăcin. Piatra Șoimului is a viewpoint on Măgura, located in a steep sector. The walk involves natural terrain, with slopes and paths.

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