The Transsemenic (DJ582) is Romania’s newest alpine road, inaugurated in December 2014 after a 20.5 million euro EU-funded investment. The road stretches approximately 58 kilometers, connecting the city of Reșița to the village of Slatina-Timiș (on DN6), crossing the Semenic Mountains in Banat’s mountain region.
The route passes through the tourist resorts of Văliug, Brebu Nou, and Gărâna (renowned for its jazz festival), as well as the scenic Gozna and Trei Ape lakes. The road’s highest point reaches 1004 meters at the Prislop Pass area. The landscape is dominated by ancient beech forests, mountain meadows, and sweeping views of the Semenic ridges.
Unlike most other transalpine roads in Romania, the Transsemenic is open year-round, closing only during exceptional heavy snowfall for a few days at a time. The asphalt quality is excellent following the modernization, making it a popular destination for motorcyclists and cyclists alike.