Vulcanii Noroiosi (Muddy Volcanoes)
Vulcanii Noroiosi (Muddy Volcanoes)
Vulcanii Noroiosi (Muddy Volcanoes)
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Felicia Soo
Vaslui County, Romania257 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
It was a family visit where we drove our Duster towards these sites. We visited both the Big and the Small vulcano. Paid twice parking fees (4 Lei per car) and twice entrance fees (4 Lei per person), only to realize there was a free parking place at the end of the road of Big vulcano site.
As everyone said, we were more impressed by the second one, the small one, wider, more variety and probably the experience of hiking up the hill added some sparks in the journey.
Didn't try any of the restaurant and there was a camping site next to the second vulcano.
When we got down from the second vulcano, it was pouring rain, got soaked and my uncle in law even fell down due to wet mud.
As everyone said, we were more impressed by the second one, the small one, wider, more variety and probably the experience of hiking up the hill added some sparks in the journey.
Didn't try any of the restaurant and there was a camping site next to the second vulcano.
When we got down from the second vulcano, it was pouring rain, got soaked and my uncle in law even fell down due to wet mud.
Written July 3, 2022
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Cordoba075
Cordoba, Spain1,010 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
We visited two areas: Pâclele Mari and Pâclele Mici.
Both areas look like a moonscape.
Pâclele Mari has only one large mud volcano. You can park nearby and do not have to walk much (2-5 mtos). We didn't like that the ticket manager charged without giving tickets.
Pâclele Mici parks in an area where there are some restaurants. You have to walk between 10 and 20 meters. This manager did give tickets when he entered the volcano compound. In this area there are more numbers and more dynamic, it is the area that I advise, despite the walk. In summer it carries water and sun protection.
Both areas look like a moonscape.
Pâclele Mari has only one large mud volcano. You can park nearby and do not have to walk much (2-5 mtos). We didn't like that the ticket manager charged without giving tickets.
Pâclele Mici parks in an area where there are some restaurants. You have to walk between 10 and 20 meters. This manager did give tickets when he entered the volcano compound. In this area there are more numbers and more dynamic, it is the area that I advise, despite the walk. In summer it carries water and sun protection.
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Written August 26, 2024
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Ibeliveinmagic
Pitesti, Romania13 contributions
Sep 2014 • Couples
There's been a long time since a wanted to see the Muddy Volcanoes and I finally had.
The big one turned up to be a small dissapointment since they arent that big...
I did enjoy the little mudvolcanoes at Paclele Mici though I have to tell you a small tip: You dont have to leave your car at the parking lot because you will have to climb nearly 2 km by foot. If you go straight on the road you can get there by car...
They lack informational panels and the staff doesnt know much.
besides that its a really interesting and special place to see.
The big one turned up to be a small dissapointment since they arent that big...
I did enjoy the little mudvolcanoes at Paclele Mici though I have to tell you a small tip: You dont have to leave your car at the parking lot because you will have to climb nearly 2 km by foot. If you go straight on the road you can get there by car...
They lack informational panels and the staff doesnt know much.
besides that its a really interesting and special place to see.
Written October 18, 2014
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trilulilu186338
London, UK191 contributions
Jun 2013 • Family
I was there in June 2013, the place looks good quite selenar. I was lucky to be there before a loaded coach of teenagers so I had a few minutes of deserted landscape and peace to explore and photograph.
It seems like a different planet, as previous reviews say. Also if it is raining they don't allow visitors inside (or that is what they say).
What I didn't like was the fact that there was no little note explaining how they are formed, what are they etc. There was a list of plants that grow in the area, thank you very much, but I didn't see any explanation about how the volcanoes are formed, what are they. where do they come from. In a different country they would have a 8 or10-minute film showing what happens inside the earth, drawings and illustrations, a short history of the place etc. That is why I believe it is undersold. I would have liked to spend more time there (after a 3-hour drive) but there is not much to do. They sell magnets and postcards though and there is a restaurant 20 metres away.
The good thing is that you can go very close and even touch the mud if you want, although there is written somewhere that it is not recommended as it contains some harsh substances. In a different country with health and safety gone crazy one wouldn't be allowed to get that close to the mud. So another positive: you have the freedom to explore nature and touch its work at your own dermic risk.
It seems like a different planet, as previous reviews say. Also if it is raining they don't allow visitors inside (or that is what they say).
What I didn't like was the fact that there was no little note explaining how they are formed, what are they etc. There was a list of plants that grow in the area, thank you very much, but I didn't see any explanation about how the volcanoes are formed, what are they. where do they come from. In a different country they would have a 8 or10-minute film showing what happens inside the earth, drawings and illustrations, a short history of the place etc. That is why I believe it is undersold. I would have liked to spend more time there (after a 3-hour drive) but there is not much to do. They sell magnets and postcards though and there is a restaurant 20 metres away.
The good thing is that you can go very close and even touch the mud if you want, although there is written somewhere that it is not recommended as it contains some harsh substances. In a different country with health and safety gone crazy one wouldn't be allowed to get that close to the mud. So another positive: you have the freedom to explore nature and touch its work at your own dermic risk.
Written April 11, 2014
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thelovelyflower
Cambridge, UK67 contributions
May 2016 • Family
We planned to visit here on our way to the coast and booked accommodation accordingly. We also added a few hours drive to our journey. Unfortunately when we arrived it had been raining so we weren't allowed to visit the reserve. With the larger site, we were told this straight away. With the smaller one, we had walked 0.5 km uphill with two small children only to be shouted at in Romanian by a guard. It turned out he was telling us we couldn't visit but his english wasn't great and he was shouting down the hill at us, including shouting "police police" at us. Not a great experience. You can't really see much of the reserve without going in. We tried to ask what time it opened in the morning but he either didn't understand or wouldn't tell us. I had read the website beforehand and there is nothing that I could find that mentions that the site is inaccessible in wet weather.
Written May 25, 2016
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Mickey_Dripping
London35 contributions
Aug 2015
an interesting visit to a strange phenomenon. There isnt much to see in this part of Romania according to the guides so might as well visit this. a bit off the beaten track though.
Written August 30, 2015
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Leni F
Targu Mures, Romania98 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
A really great, interesting landscape. Great for a geology lesson. Apart from the mudvolcanoes themselves, it's interesting to see how over time rainwater erroded the mud deposits forming canyons, riverbays etc.
Unfortunately the place lacks tourist information, apart from a panel at the entrance, there's not really much information provided.
TIP: the little mudvolcanoes (Paclele Mici) are far more interesting, there's more activity there, altough they are smaller, and there are less visitors. Downside is that the asphalt is in a worse state on the way there than it is to the Big mus volcanoes (Paclele Mari)
Unfortunately the place lacks tourist information, apart from a panel at the entrance, there's not really much information provided.
TIP: the little mudvolcanoes (Paclele Mici) are far more interesting, there's more activity there, altough they are smaller, and there are less visitors. Downside is that the asphalt is in a worse state on the way there than it is to the Big mus volcanoes (Paclele Mari)
Written August 27, 2014
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Ramutza
Bucharest, Romania600 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
From a geological point of view this place is really awesome. But as a tourist attraction it may not offer enough for everyone. There are 2 sites: big ("paclele mari") and small ("paclele mici"). Everyone goes to the big ones, but the more beautiful and interesting ones are the small ones, in my opinion. The big ones are composed of 2-3 craters and were not very active when we visited, but are more accessible because there is less walking to do, but they are also the more crowded ones. The small ones are composed out of many volcanoes with big craters, were very active and are less crowded, but involve a 10 min climb up a hill. Would recommend visiting as a half a day trip, maybe eating at the big ones; there is a good restaurant there. There is no restaurant at the small ones. There are toilets at both sites, but are not very nice. Free parking available both sites. There's a camping and trailer park near the small ones. Accessible by car only (or private / organized tour).
Written October 7, 2018
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Elena D
Bucharest, Romania8 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
After aproximately 2.5 hours drive from Bucharest, you reach Buzau county. Google maps is very accurate and you won't get lost even if it's your first troad trip to Buzau ;)
The scenery is absolutely great and relaxing. When you get to the Volcanoes, you'll pay a small entrance fee (less than 10lei(౩€)/person). Once entered, be prepared to be amazed by the unique panorama in front of you!
There is a nice restaurant very close to the area. The parking spots are limited, but you'll find one on the side of the road. You can finish your trip, as we did, with a nice picnic close to the forest (few km away from the volcanoes).
Before planning this trip, check the weather channels! You'll not enter to see the volcanoes if it's a rainy day! Otherwise, bring your sun glasses, sun hat, wear comfortable shoes and clothes and enjoy!!!
The scenery is absolutely great and relaxing. When you get to the Volcanoes, you'll pay a small entrance fee (less than 10lei(౩€)/person). Once entered, be prepared to be amazed by the unique panorama in front of you!
There is a nice restaurant very close to the area. The parking spots are limited, but you'll find one on the side of the road. You can finish your trip, as we did, with a nice picnic close to the forest (few km away from the volcanoes).
Before planning this trip, check the weather channels! You'll not enter to see the volcanoes if it's a rainy day! Otherwise, bring your sun glasses, sun hat, wear comfortable shoes and clothes and enjoy!!!
Written May 24, 2017
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Gabriela L
24 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
We made it there at sunset and it was magical! It doesn't take long to look around, but it is definitely an interesting experience. I'm sure kids would have a lot of fun! No smoking and no touching the mud - it can be irritating for the skin!
Written October 16, 2016
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I have realised that most of people go by car. Does it worth if I go by train to Buzau? I mean, there is any transport to go to the volcanoes from there? And if there is, what timetables? Thank you¡
Written November 27, 2019
Hello! You can go by train to Buzau but it’s a little tricky to get to the Vulcanii Noroiosi. It is a bus from Buzau to Paclele. Please search bus from Buzau to Paclele
In the bus you have to answer how to get to Vulcanii Noroiosi.
There is a link to a guesthouse near the Vulcanii Noroiosi. Give them a call for further assistance:
pensiunea-vulcanii-noroiosi
All the best!
Written November 27, 2019
Is it possible to go see Vucanii Noroiosi in January?
Written November 20, 2018
Yes, is possible, but when the soil is wet you have to follow the paths, and to be very carefully. So if January is low in rain and snow you can visit!
Written November 21, 2018
האם תתאפשר כניסה לשמורה בשבוע האחרון של מאי?
איזה מרחק הליכה רגלי נדרש כדי להגיע לנקודות המעניינות?
מהן שעות הפתיחה ומחיר הכניסה?
Written April 29, 2018
Last time when we were there i think i saw a sign telling the pets are not allowed, just for keeping the site clean. Also the smoking is not allowed because of the gases of mud vulcanoes.
Written December 12, 2018
Hello! How can we go there ? For example from Buzau but we don't have a car so are there any buses / trains / ... ?
Written April 22, 2017
Hi there!
You could take any bus or minibus from Buzau town bus station to nearby and continue afoot for 30 to 60 minutes etc.
Or, if you really plan well in advance, we (tel: +40 744 542944) may be able to assist you with car transportation and some useful explanations. search Google maps for distance and details.
Written April 23, 2017
The mud is thick and has a bit of sting to it. If left on the skin, the mud becomes irritating. Also the pits are narrow, so there is little room to move inside of them.
A few years ago, a crazy friend of mine jumped chest deep in one of them. It has been hard work to get him out, especially because he was playing dumb.
Also, diving in must be forbidden, because the site is a geologic nature monument.
Written April 12, 2016
buonasera,per visitarli è possibile avvicinarsi in auto?esiste poi un percorso da seguire?
grazie..
Written July 8, 2015
buonasera,per visitarli è possibile avvicinarsi in auto?esiste poi un percorso da seguire?
grazie..
Written July 8, 2015
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