How the Bigar Waterfall Looks Today, After It Collapsed
You Will Be Surprised
It is a superb place in Romania that attracted the attention of the whole world and was visited by thousands of people, after it took a well-deserved 1st place, in 2013, in the top of unique waterfalls, made by The World Geography.
Yes, you guessed it, we are talking about the Bigar Waterfall, which, even if in recent years, part of it collapsed, today, it seems to be returning to its former beauty. Nature is surprising and never ceases to amaze us. We show you images taken these days, in Bigar. We were curious to see what Romania’s natural wonder still looks like, and it surprised us.
Where?
Cheile Nerei-Beușnița National Park, Caraș-Severin County, Anina Mountains, Minișului Valley, on DN57B, between Anina and Bozovici, 12 kilometers from Bozovici.
The 45th Parallel also passes here, halfway between the North Pole and the Equator.
How do you get there?
Bigar Waterfall is located in the Anina Mountains, about 12 km from the town of Bozovici. Access is on DN57B. The waterfall is right next to the road and is easily accessible for visitors. From Reșița, the drive takes about two hours by car.
Bigar Waterfall, the Wonder of Nature in the Heart of Banat Mountain
We were recently in Banatul Montan to see its natural wonders and we said that we should definitely visit the Bigar Waterfall, considered one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world and one of the most photographed. It is, in fact, a symbol of Romania, renowned for its unique beauty.
However, after a part of the waterfall collapsed, the number of tourists decreased and nobody comes here anymore to see it. We were amazed to see that it was just us. Bigar Waterfall is just as beautiful now, you can’t even tell where it collapsed, because the green mosses, on which the water flows, have recovered spectacularly.
So, if you plan, this summer, to visit Banat mountains, do not hesitate and put the famous Bigar Waterfall on your list and it will not disappoint you.
Bigar Waterfall, formed by the Bigar spring, an underground source, is notable for its unique shape and the way the water flows over a rock covered with green moss.
The water springs from a nearby cave and cascades over a limestone tufa rock from a height of 8 meters, forming a spectacular mist curtain. The color of the water varies depending on the season and light, adding a special charm to this natural wonder.
In winter, icicles form over the waterfall, giving the impression that you are looking at a Crystal Palace.
Legend of Bigar Waterfall
Like many picturesque places in Romania, Bigăr Waterfall has a wonderful legend. It is said that long ago, there lived a beautiful girl named Bigăr, who fell in love with a young shepherd.
The girl’s father, a wealthy and powerful man, found out about their love and decided to separate them. He locked Bigăr in a cave, and the girl, in despair, cried until her tears formed the waterfall.
Other Tourist Attractions in the Area:
Nerei-Beușnița Gorges National Park offers numerous hiking trails and other natural attractions, such as Ochiul Beiului Lake, Beușnița Waterfall, La Văioaga Waterfall, and Nerei Gorges. The area is ideal for nature and adventure enthusiasts, offering opportunities for camping, fishing, and spelunking.
Let’s enjoy the beauties of nature and leave them untouched for all those who come after us. It’s important to keep the places we visit clean by disposing of trash only in designated areas.
Wishing you inspired travels!
