Hoia-Baciu Forest
Pădurea Hoia-Baciu
Known as Transylvania's Bermuda Triangle, this forest on the edge of the city has twisted tree trunks and a barren circular clearing that have inspired countless ghost stories.
Covering about 250 hectares, Hoia-Baciu Forest lies directly beside the northwestern edge of Cluj-Napoca. Since the 1960s, it has been linked to reported UFO sightings, disappearances and paranormal incidents. Its tree trunks are bent and twisted, and a grassy patch known as the 'Circular Clearing' is said to be devoid of plant life, making it one of the world's best-known haunted forests. By day it is an ordinary woodland where locals jog and walk their dogs, and visitors can wander the trails on their own. Those seeking a spooky atmosphere can join a local night tour. Entry is free, but phone signal and signposts are limited, so bring offline maps and go with a companion.
Opening hours
All day (guided tour recommended at night)
Nearby sights
- Romulus Vuia Ethnographic Park
- Cluj Central Park
- Cetățuia Hill
- National History Museum of Transylvania
- Ethnographic Museum of Transylvania
- Museum Square & Franciscan Church
- Matthias Corvinus House
- Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden