Clay Castle in Valea Zanelor

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Brief description: The clay castle “Valea Zânelor” is a private project that began in March 2014. The project (in the future)encompasses hotel accommodation, restaurants, playgrounds and many other story-making activities. Porumbacu Valley, at the foot of the Făgăraș Mountains, houses a castle built from natural materials. Each room or apartment has an individual entrance and benefits from the magic of the views towards the Porumbacu mountain and the Făgăraș Mountains.

County: Sibiu
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If you have ever dreamed of a fairy tale place, then you have surely imagined a place similar to the beautiful castle from the Fairy Valley. Only 40 kilometers from Sibiu is this unusual castle that looks like the one built by the Hobbits, and built only from natural materials.

Although the interior of the castle made of clay is not yet ready to receive guests, its unique beauty has made this place one of the most popular tourist attractions.

The Lut Castle in Valea Zânelor is the ideal location to leave real life behind for a few moments. Located only 40 kilometers from Sibiu, this castle, which seems to have been built by hobbits, is made only of natural materials.

The Clay Castle has 2 levels and 10 rooms, 2 towers and 50 windows. Architecture is based on organic forms.

The castle can be visited and offers various activities that you can enjoy with your family. There are specially designed playgrounds for children and in the Fairy Garden you can enjoy a hearty meal with your loved ones. The preparations are diverse and the menu even includes vegetarian options.

History

The Clay Castle in Valea Zanelor was built following the decision of a couple to sell their house near Bucharest and buy a plot of land, 40 kilometers from Sibiu, in Porumbacul de Jos.

The two turned to an architect and craftsmen from Maramureș, who erected the construction that leaves any tourist with the impression of being in a fairy tale world. It is built entirely from natural materials, such as a mixture of earth, water, straw, clay and sand. On the outside, it was plastered with lime and sand, and the turret with river stone.

Directions

The easiest way to reach the castle is by the connection from Sibiu to Brasov. If you are coming from Sibiu, you just have to drive in the direction of Fagaras on the European road E68 (if you are coming from Brasov, you have to drive on the same road, but in the direction of Sibiu). In the village of Porumbacu de Jos turn right (left). The castle is located about 9 km away in the same direction, in the suburb of Porumbacu de Sus.

Adress: Porumbacu de Sus, Nr. 630, Porumbacu de Sus 557192