Turcu

The Turcu (also: Moieciu, in its upper course also: Bângăleasa or Grohotișul) is a right tributary of the river Bârsa in Romania. It discharges into the Bârsa in Tohanu Vechi near Zărnești. Its source is in the Bucegi Mountains. Its length is 30 km (19 mi) and its basin size is 201 km2 (78 sq mi).

"Turcu" may also refer to a minor tributary of the Jolotca in Harghita County.
For the surname, see Turcu (surname).
Turcu
Moieciu
Location
CountryRomania
CountiesBrașov County
VillagesMoieciu de Sus, Moieciu de Jos, Bran, Tohanu Nou
Physical characteristics
SourceBucegi Mountains
MouthBârsa
 • location
Downstream of Zărnești
 • coordinates
45.5781°N 25.3916°E / 45.5781; 25.3916
Length30 km (19 mi)
Basin size201 km2 (78 sq mi)
Basin features
ProgressionBârsa→ Olt→ Danube→ Black Sea
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