Upper Mureș Valley Nature Reserve

The Upper Mureș Valley Protected Area is located in the north-eastern part of Mures County, covering the administrative territories of the towns of Stânceni, Lunca Bradului, Răstolița and Deda. Here, the hard rock of the volcanic Călimani and Gurghiu mountains is completely pierced by the Mureș River for a distance of about 30 km, creating a particularly picturesque area. The presence of specially protected birdlife and landscape led to the protection by law of this area in 2007 becoming the Upper Mureș Valley Natural Park, which covers an area of 9000 ha. Here you can find protected species of birds, flowers  or animals, as well as rich coniferous and deciduous forests. The fast flowing waters of the river are ideal for rafting, especially in spring, and the whole park is suitable for hiking or biking.