Route: Alpine Connection 2500+ Romania

Objective

• Summit all mountain peaks in Romania with an elevation strictly above 2500 m.

• The route and order of summits are at the athlete’s discretion.

Start/Finish Requirement

• The challenge must start and finish at mountain bases accessible by road or trail (e.g., trailheads, mountain huts, or villages).

• The start and finish locations cannot be on summits.

Travel Method

• All movement must be powered solely by the athlete (e.g., running, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking).

• No motorised transport is allowed between or on the ascents.

• If switching disciplines, the same starting and ending points must be used for that segment (e.g., a bike left at a base must be retrieved before continuing).

Verification

• GPS tracking is required for the full duration of the attempt.

• Clear summit evidence is required for each peak (photo or GPS waypoint).

• Publicly share the full track and relevant data upon completion.

Supported Format

• Athlete may receive assistance with nutrition, hydration, spare clothing, navigation, and moral support.

• Support can be provided in person or from a vehicle at road-accessible points.

• Pacing is allowed only if the pacer does not carry equipment/nutrition for the athlete and if there is no drafting benefit (on the bike)

Unsupported Format

• No dedicated support crew or pre-arranged resupply drops.

• Athlete may purchase food, drink, or basic supplies from shops, refuges, or other public/commercial sources along the way.

Ethics

• Leave no trace: respect nature, wildlife, and other trail users