The Forest of Riches

The Forest of Riches

Gabriela Corşatea

Introduction to Bogății Forest

Part of Brașov County, the Bogății Forest is carefully monitored administratively by the nearby communes of Apata, Hoghiz, and Marieruș. As a protected area of high national importance and interest, the Bogății Forest is nestled within the core and center of the Perșani Mountains, bordered by the Bogății Valley and the Maieruș River.

How to Reach Bogății Forest

If you’re wondering how to reach the heart of nature and the Bogății Forest, the national road DN13 will truly be at your disposal—because, no matter which part of the country you come from, this national road connects Brașov to Sighișoara, saving you both time and distance.

Overview of the Forest

The Bogății Forest spans an area of 6,329 hectares and has been designated as a protected natural reserve since 2000 under Law no. 5 of March 6. And it’s no wonder—its fauna and flora are incredibly beautiful, significant, and interesting, allowing you to escape the noise and enjoy a true oasis of relaxation.

Flora

  • Meadows are frequently found across the 6 hectares.
  • Deciduous forests, which are among the most representative in the country, include:

- Beech

- Oak

- Hornbeam

Fauna

The fauna is diverse, which is why we can easily mention:

  • Deer
  • Bears
  • Wolves
  • Lynxes
  • A variety of invertebrates

So if you want to enjoy nature, remember to take all necessary precautions!

Tourism in Bogății Forest

Regarding tourism, many people enjoy the fresh air, along with the fauna and flora found in the Bogății Forest. It’s no surprise that a number of people, not just Romanians, prefer to spend their holidays and vacations in this area.

Benefits of the Location

  • Located in the heart of the country
  • The perfect choice on extremely hot summer days
  • The characteristic flora helps maintain a constant, bearable, and very pleasant temperature for the human body.

Additionally, getting here, in the center of the Perșani Mountains, is not difficult at all. Moreover, whenever you need, you can set your GPS, and in a few hours, you can delight your eyes with the beauty of nature, a gift with which our country has been endowed.

Believe it or not, the freedom of nature and industrialization concentrated only on certain segments and regions has its advantages, namely the possibility of clean air and a week to recharge your batteries until your next vacation!

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