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Chișinău

Chișinău serves as a starting point for visiting Orheiul Vechi, about 55 kilometres away. The central bus station has connections to Butuceni and Trebujeni, but the visit requires checking departure and return times in advance.

Chișinău
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What makes it special

  • Central bus station connections to Butuceni and Trebujeni.
  • Starting point for an excursion to Orheiul Vechi’s archaeological landscape.
Chișinău
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Răut River meander beneath the limestone cliffs of Orheiul Vechi.

Orheiul Vechi trails, villages and ancient cities in Moldova

Orheiul Vechi is best understood as a broad landscape of ruins, rock-hewn hermitages, villages and riverside paths. Here is how to choose between a day trip from Chișinău and an overnight stay in Butuceni or Trebujeni.

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Profile updated: 13/09/2026