The German-speaking Conacul Grigorescu is located in the Buzăului region, close to the mud volcanoes, the “Living Fire” and the Tinutul Buzăului Geopark.

https://conaculgrigorescu.com/

Enjoy wonderful days, indulge yourself with culinary delights and experience the region around Buzăului or the surrounding countryside. The pension is located in the center of the triangle of Bucharest, Brasov and the Danube Delta. The perfect starting point for further experiences and adventures.

A small village (Mergeln / Merghindeal) in southern Transylvania (Transylvania), photographed in mid-May 2022. Beautiful.

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onișor (https://www.facebook.com/sorinonisor) for permission to use these images.

Hotel, restaurant, Charlie’s Pub and more in the European Capital of Culture 2023 … Timisoara … experience.

The Best Western Plus Lido Hotel offers modern and comfortable accommodation close to the center of Timișoara (about 15 minutes’ walk). Despite its good position in the city, the hotel offers its guests free parking (locked and supervised by the rooms). The hotel’s interiors, rooms and conference rooms are furnished in an elegant and high-quality style.

Find out more and book online:
https://www.hotel-lido.ro/

The hotel has 60 rooms with a capacity of 144 beds and is ideal for visitors wishing to explore the city, but also for business travelers and conference travelers of all kinds. Single rooms, double rooms, junior suites, family suites and DELUXE suites are available.

The fortress / castle of Rupea (first mentioned in 1324, German name: Burg Reps) is located near the village of the same name, Rupea, which is located halfway between Brasov and Sighisoara, in the northern part of Brasov county.

Rupea Fortress was a refuge for the population of the surrounding villages in the face of repeated sieges by the Turks and Tatars. It was built in 1324, during the Saxon uprising against the Hungarian king Carol Robert of Anjou. Subsequently, the inhabitants added three defense towers and two courtyards, which served as shelters, to the first structure. In the first courtyard is a 59-meter deep well, which still brings water today.

Thanks Go_out_Romania for permission to use individual images.

Suceava Fortress is located in the city of Suceava, in the county of the same name.

The fortress was built at the end of the 14th century by Petru I Musat (1375-1391) and fortified in the 15th century by Stephen the Great.

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use these images.

The nature reserve is located in the eastern part of the Bihor Mountains (Apuseni Mountains, part of the Western Carpathian chain), in the north-western part of Alba county and is home to numerous caves, including the Poarta lui Ionele Cave.

From Arieșeni, follow DN 75 to the center of Garda de Sus. From there, turn left and turn right again after about 1 km at the first crossroads towards Poarta lui Ionele and the Ordancusii Gorge.

The gorges stretch for 4 kilometers in a picturesque landscape with impressive rock formations that invite you to take a walk, also to the nearby Scarisoara glacier.

Located just 800 meters from Predeal train station, the Orizont hotel complex is located in Brasov County. It is the ideal place to explore and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery of the Prahova Valley and/or to make excursions to the nearby Peles Castle, Sinaia, Bran Castle (Törzburg), Râșnov Castle with its Dinopark or also to Brașov (Brasov).

The hotel has 139 4-star rooms, a modern spa, Orizont Forum conference center, Orizont restaurant with international cuisine, Miorița restaurant with traditional Romanian dishes, as well as a wine cellar and a bar with an excellent selection of drinks.

All rooms offer 4-star comfort, and the SPA area (with indoor pool, jacuzzi, gym, sauna and massage) is an oasis of tranquility that combines relaxation with rejuvenation. Hotel Orizont’s recreation center offers an indoor swimming pool, fitness room, Jacuzzi, dry sauna, wet sauna, infrared sauna, massage facilities and more to perfectly unwind as a guest.

Learn more about the hotel and all it has to offer:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/hotel-orizont-predeal-en/

At an altitude of 1,000 meters, the castle built in 1911 by Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino rises majestically in the town of Busteni (Prahova County), right in front of the Bucegi Mountains, with a height of 2,500 meters.

The 6-hectare (60,000 m2) castle park invites visitors to linger and is now one of the most visited tourist attractions in the Prahova Valley. The castle, sculpture park and terrace, with its breathtaking views, attract thousands of visitors every year.

Find out more about the castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/cantacuzino-castle/

The Retezat Mountains (in Romanian: Munții Retezat) are located in the westernmost part of the Southern Carpathians, in Hunedoara County.

Thanks Go Hunedoara (photo: Cosmin Stan) for permission to use this image.

Bran Castle (in German: Törzburg) is located in the region of Transylvania, in the county of Brasov.

Whether or not Dracula (if he ever existed) or his “human” representative (Vlad III Draculea, Vlad the Impaler, Vlad the Impaler) lived/was here or not… the castle and also the whole region is definitely worth a visit.

Thanks Castelul Bran for permission to use these images.

In Ilfov County, just a few kilometers north-west of Bucharest (Romania’s capital), Mogosoaia Castle is located on the shores of Lake Mogosoaia, in the commune of Mogosoaia.

The castle contains a main courtyard and several buildings, such as the watchtower and the church of St. George near the courtyard.

Wallachian Prince Constantin Brâncoveanu had the castle built between 1698 and 1702 on the estate of the widow Mogos (from which the later name Mogosoaia derives) in the Brâncoveanu architectural style that bears his name.

In 1714, when Constantin Brâncoveanu and his entire family were executed in Constantinople, the Ottomans confiscated all the family possessions and turned the palace into an inn (a kind of inn).

In the following decades, the palace was conquered, destroyed and rebuilt several times, until in 1912 it came into the possession of George III Valentin Bibesco, married to the French writer Marthe Bibesco, who came from Romanian nobility. He gifted the property to his wife, and Marthe Bibesco subsequently had the castle largely restored.

Image: 04.09.2021, almost blue sky at about 32 degrees

Monastery of the Holy Cross in the city of Oradea, north-west Romania.

We thank Bogdan Popa Photography for permission to use this image.

We are on tour again and have just checked in at the Conacul Grigorescu estate in Rătești/Berca, near the city of Buzău.

Pure relaxation and absolutely delicious food, we could stay for weeks and unfortunately we have to leave again.

https://conaculgrigorescu.com/

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Buciaș Waterfall is located in the Buciaș Nature Reserve, near the Casin Monastery, about 25 km from Onești, Bacău County.

Wonderful and atmospheric pictures of Sulina from the mouth of the Danube into the Black Sea.

https://discover-sulina.com

Thanks to Călin Ene Sulina Fabulous Sulina for permission to use these images.

Wonderful images of the Danube Delta in south-eastern Romania, photographed in early May 2022.

Find out more about the Danube Delta:
https://urlaub-im-donaudelta.de | https://discover-sulina.com

We thank photographer Sorin Onisor ( Sorin Onisor ) for permission to use these images.

A not so common sight, but a wonderful view of the Transfăgărășan road and Lake Balea.

You can see that in summer (and then especially on weekends) the road is very popular … and crowded If you’re looking for solitude and tranquility in the mountains … you probably won’t find it here during the vacation season.

Visit and experience Transylvanian Night in White “Zorabia 2.0” on August 04, 2023 in Sibiu.

Find out more and buy tickets:
https://www.heide-reisen.de/ro/noapte-transilvaneana-in-alb-zorabia-2-0/

The program for next weekend (Saturday, Sunday) of the Romanian Summer Festival at the Kornmarkt in Nuremberg (Germany)

The festival will offer (from 12:00):
Romanian culinary products, grilled langos, Romanian cakes, kurtoskalacs (tree srand), a variety of drinks.

A rich artistic program with light music, folk music, folk dances, party music, rock music.

Playground for children (bouncy castle) | face painting for children.

Various stands of local entrepreneurs providing information and promoting their activities.

The Romanian-German Cultural Association and the cities of Nürnberg and Brasov are looking forward to your visit.

In the small town of Bran, near Törzburg (also known as Count Dracula’s Castle), is the Museum of the Village of Bran.

The museum was established in 1962 in the park of Bran Castle and is attached to the Medieval Customs Museum. It displays 18 households and dwellings, outbuildings, farm buildings and hydraulically powered wood and wool processing equipment from times gone by.

Thanks to the photographer Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

Mount Peleaga is the highest mountain in the Retezat Mountains, with an altitude of 2,509 meters.

It is located in Hunedoara county, in the historical region of Transylvania.

It is an oasis of wellness in the village of Peștera, in Brasov County and right in the center of the beautiful Piatra Craiului National Park. Fitness, yoga, workshops, gym, sauna, jacuzzi, vegetarian buffets and much, much more.

https://www.akasharetreat.com/

AKASHA Wellness Retreat is situated in one of Romania’s most majestic mountains and untouched nature reserves. Just around the corner are Bran Castle, Dracula Castle, made famous by the writer Bram Stoker, and the mystical Bucegi Mountains with the natural rock formation Sphinx.

Some call this place the ‘village in the clouds’, and indeed it is. At an altitude of over 1,000 meters, the landscape here is a sea of rolling green hills overlooking the Piatra Craiului massif (2,200 meters).

The town of Sighișoara (in German Schässburg / Sighișoara, in Hungarian Segesvar) is one of the most important and also the most colorful towns in Mureș County.

Sighișoara lies in the historic region of Transylvania, in the heart of Romania.

Especially in summer, the ideal place to relax on the beach / with water, sun and simply let your soul hang out. The new pirate ship relaxation area awaits its guests in Brukenthal.

https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/en/home/

It is an oasis of wellness in the village of Peștera, in Brasov county and right in the center of the beautiful Piatra Craiului National Park. Fitness, yoga, workshops, gym, sauna, jacuzzi, vegetarian buffets and much, much more.

https://www.akasharetreat.com/

AKASHA Wellness Retreat is located in one of the most majestic mountains and untouched nature reserves in Romania. Just around the corner are Bran Castle, Dracula Castle, made famous by the writer Bram Stoker, and the mystical Bucegi Mountains with the natural rock formation Sphinx.

Some call this place the ‘village in the clouds’, and indeed it is. At an altitude of over 1,000 meters, the landscape here is a sea of rolling green hills overlooking the Piatra Craiului massif (2,200 meters).

The hotel is the ideal place for a weekend in the countryside, away from the noise of the big city.

For private parties, hikes with friends in the mountains, courses, team-building meetings or simply to relax. Nearby you will find many destinations worth a visit, such as Hurezi Monastery (Horezu Monastery).

Find out more about this German-speaking host:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/hanul-vatra-hotel/

Visit next weekend (Saturday, Sunday) the Romanian Summer Festival at the Kornmarkt in Nürnberg (Germany).

The festival will offer (from 12:00):
Romanian culinary products, grilled langos, Romanian cakes, kurtoskalacs (tree srand), a variety of drinks.

A rich artistic program with light music, folk music, folk dances, party music, rock music.

Playground for children (bouncy castle) | face painting for children.

Various stands of local entrepreneurs providing information and promoting their activities.

The Romanian-German Cultural Association and the cities of Nürnberg and Brasov are looking forward to your visit.

The fortified church is located in the commune of Biertan (in German Birthälm, in Hungarian Berethalom) in the county of Sibiu in Transylvania.

Biertan is one of the first German-Saxon settlements and was mentioned in documents as early as 1398 (other sources: 1402). Like any Saxon settlement, it is characterized by the cluster of houses around a central square surmounted by the imposing church-church.

Between 1572 and 1867, Biertan was the seat of the Saxon bishopric (episcopal see of the Protestant A.B. Church), which encouraged the building of one of the largest farming communities in Transylvania around this fortified church. It is a medieval and architectural treasure in Romania, definitely worth a visit.

Thank you Arthur Mattli

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Wonderful play of colors illuminated at night. In the center of Braila are these fountains, inviting you to stroll around in the evening or simply to linger a while.

Brăila is the capital of the county of the same name. It is situated on the Danube and on the border with the Danube Delta in south-eastern Romania.

The Danube is the border river between Romania and Serbia, Bulgaria and Ukraine.

The Romanian side of the Danube starts near the towns of Socol and Bazias, up to Mile 0, the so-called Mile Zero, the mouth of the Danube in the town of Sulina. Many sights lie along the river’s path until, after a long journey, it splits off into the Danube Delta behind the towns of Brăila and Galați in south-eastern Romania, and empties into the Black Sea some 60 kilometers further on.

Read more about Romania:
https://urlaub-im-donaudelta.de
https://discover-sulina.com

Corvin Castle in Hunedora County, Peles Castle in Prahova County, Sibiu and Sighisoara in Mures County.

Find out more about Transylvania:
https://dsg-ru.de
https://kronstadt-erleben.de

Several cultures, several names and a lot of history(s) come together in one city: Timisoara, Timisoara, Timisoara, Timisoara or Timisoara and more …

More about the city and lots of information and suggestions:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/destinations-romania-timisoara/

A wonderful view of the halls and interiors of Peles Castle.

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia, in Prahova County.

A fairy-tale place in Avrig (Freck in German), a few kilometers southeast of Sibiu.

https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/en/home/

You should indulge … with a stroll through the baroque garden in the restaurant (daily from 8:00 to 22:00) and the historic café. Or stay direct for longer for a stay / vacation in the guest house .

Thank you Centrului Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea (photo: Cozia National Park) for permission to use this image.

The church was built between 1757 and 1784 and bears the names “Annunciation” and “Archangel Michael”.

It is remarkable both for its architecture and for the exterior and interior paintings, which were executed in vivid colors in the old Byzantine tradition.

Thanks Centrului Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea for permission to use these images.

A picture from days gone by. The casino is currently being renovated and restored so that it will soon be shining in its former glory.

Originally built in 1880 in wood, the casino was (re)built in Art Nouveau style in 1910, according to the plans of architect Daniel Renard. It is considered the most famous Art Nouveau building in Romania and is a landmark of Constanta.

Pictures of Păulești Waterfall in Sălătrucel commune, Valcea county, at the foot of the Cozia Mountains.

Thanks to Mrs. Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

The Museum of the History of the City and County of Brasov was established in 1950 and is located in the former Municipal House in the center of the Council Square or, to some extent, in the Weavers’ Bastion of Brasov (Kronstadt).

The Bastion, defended and maintained by the linen weavers guild, was built in two stages, between 1421 – 1436 and 1570 – 1573. In the first phase, the first two levels of the three battle galleries were built. The upper galleries, built between 1570 and 1573, were intended for small caliber weapons, which could be fired through narrow circular firing shafts along the entire length of the galleries. Two watchtowers were built for the guards, who kept watch over the town both from a military point of view and from the point of view of observing possible fires.

After its restoration, the Weavers’ Bastion was turned into a museum.

Râșnov or Râșnov (in German: Rosenau) is a small town with a castle of the same name and a Dino Park in Brasov county in Transylvania.

The castle has (also) numerous houses, stables and a small church. It was built in the 14th century above the village on a limestone cliff. The castle was conquered only once, by Gabriel Bathory around 1600.

Between 1623 and 1640 a well 80 fathoms (about 140 meters) deep was built in the castle. The well was used until 1850 and then abandoned due to a broken wheel. The castle itself is a listed building.

In the woods adjacent to the castle is a dinosaur park with many life-size exhibits. A perfect place for a family outing.

The university town of Iași (in German Jassy and Jasch, formerly Jassenmarkt, in Hungarian Jaszvasarist) lies 20 kilometers west of the Moldovan border in northeastern Romania.

See images – from spring to winter – that enchant and delight. Thanks to photographer Ovidiu Meyer for permission to use these wonderful images.

The university town of Iași (in German Jassy and Jasch, formerly Jassenmarkt, in Hungarian Jaszvasarist) lies 20 kilometers west of the Moldovan border in northeastern Romania.

See images – from spring to winter – that charm and delight. Thanks to photographer Ovidiu Meyer for permission to use these wonderful images.

Pictures from Ilimbav in Sibiu county, about 20 km northeast of the city of Sibiu.

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onisor ( https://www.facebook.com/sorinonisor ) for permission to use these wonderful images.

Grandparents for grandparents or Grandmother for grandmother (grandma). The family has a much higher status in Romania than in Germany and grandmothers in particular, who help with everything until old age, have been and still are the mainstay of many families.

A hard life and yet always being there for everyone characterizes the daily life of these women. And … they are and remain the best cooks in the whole country, we can confirm this from our own experience many times .

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onisor ( https://www.facebook.com/sorinonisor ) for permission to use these wonderful images.

The Sarmizegetusa Archaeological Museum is located in Sarmizegetusa (Hunedoara County), in the immediate vicinity of the ruins of the former capital of the Roman province of Dacia, Ulpia Traiana Sarmizegetusa (founded in 108-110).

The museum houses collections of Roman archaeology: epigraphic and sculptural monuments, mosaics, fragments of mural paintings, weapons, silverware, bronze, bones, ceramics, glass, coins and other objects found in the archaeological site in the immediate vicinity.

Thanks to Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.

Poiana Brasov (German: Schulerau) is a district of the city of Brasov (Kronstadt), located at the foot of Mount Posevarul (Schuler, 1,799 meters), which marks the border between the Southern and Eastern Carpathians.

In the village of Poiana Brasov there is a ski resort of the same name, with slopes and hiking trails in the Posevarul Mountains. A skating rink, an indoor leisure center and a sports complex for tubing and tobogganing, as well as many other recreational facilities are available.

In summer, hikers and bikers can explore the trails in the Green Mountains. Horseback riding trips are offered by several riding stables.

Thanks Poiana Brașov România for permission to use these images.

The mourning swan (Cygnus atratus) or black swan is the only swan that is almost completely black and also has the longest neck of all swans.

The mourning swan’s natural range is Australia. In Europe, there are only abandoned and wild mourning swans, and so far populations have only been found in the Netherlands and North Rhine-Westphalia.

Perhaps the two swans are guests visiting their ‘white’ relatives in the Danube Delta. A swan may also be taking a vacation … Vacation in Romania .

Resșița (German: Reschitz; Hungarian: Resicabanya) is the capital of the county of Caras-Severin in the historic Banat region in western Romania.

Thanks to Banatul Montan for permission to use this image.

The town of Harman (in German Honigberg) is located in the historical region of Burzenland, about 12 kilometers northeast of the city of Brasov (Kronstadt).

In 1211, the Hungarian King Andrew II granted Burzenland to the Teutonic Knights, who settled there, built castles, brought German settlers into the country and founded villages such as Honigberg. Following disputes with the king, the Order was expelled from Burzenland in 1225, but the German settlements remained.

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use this image.

The clock tower is a landmark of the town of Sighisoara (German Schäßburg / Sighisoara).

It lies 3,975 kilometers from the North Pole and is … a wonderful observation platform for the whole town.

Find out more about Schäßburg:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/destinations-romania-sighisoara/

The town of Sulina is located at the mouth of the Danube, in the Danube Delta and on the Black Sea.

https://discover-sulina.com

With around 2,500 inhabitants and no road links in Romania, it’s a lonely town yet right in the center of the hustle and bustle.

The lighthouse, Romania’s most easterly point, is located about 6 km from the city center and marks the Danube’s crossing to the Black Sea.

Our events platform Events Romania is growing and has three big news!

:: Starting July 01, events can be registered for free, more on this soon.

:: In the future, all events will be automatically displayed in three languages (German, English, Romanian) on a variety of web presentations (image: vacations in Romania), updated daily.

:: If you wish, you can integrate this display of events (also sorted by region or other criteria) directly into your own website (interesting for regions, cities, but also for marketing associations, hotels and others in Romania). Find out more (ja@red-frog-galati.com) or shortly

Events in https://events-romania.com can already be found on the homepage of:
https://dsg-ru.de and https://discover-brasov.com (from June 27).

It’s starting again, temperatures are already good (currently just below 30 degrees) and it’s getting warmer.

Constanța, Mamaia and many other Black Sea beaches are waiting for their guests ⛱☀️

40 km north of Galati, in south-eastern Romania, is the village of Cuca, with a small monastery / beautiful churches.

The Voroneț Monastery is located in the commune of Gura Humorului in Suceava County, in the historical Bucovina region of Romania.

It was built in 1488 by Stephen the Great in a period of just four (4) months to commemorate the victory in the Battle of Vaslui.

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use these wonderful images.

The Moskovits Palace in Oradea is a 1905 project of architect Rimanoczy Kalman, realized in the Secession style (Austria or Art Nouveau in Germany).

The palace is located on Republicii Boulevard, directly in the city of Oradea, in north-western Romania.

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use these images.

Visit to Lake Bucura (the largest glacial lake in Romania) in the Retezat National Park, at 2,040 meters above sea level.

Thanks Go Hunedoara (photos: Marius Turc) for permission to use these beautiful images.

Also in Transylvania, here in the commune of Cristuru Secuiesc, lavender is beginning to bloom.

From 24.06 – 30.07, all friends and interested people are again invited to visit all around “Lavender / Levendula”. So, anyone in the vicinity … is worth a visit!

Cristuru Secuiesc (Hungarian: Székelykeresztúr, German: Szeklerkreuz) is a small town in Romania, located in Harghita county, in the Transylvania region.

More information can be found at: Dianna Manufaktúra

Thank you for permission to use these images

Plan your visit to the German-speaking Conacul Grigorescu estate / guesthouse in the Buzău region (Rătești / Berca).

Besides lots of relaxation, SlowFood experiences and truffle hunting, there are many, many other delicious things you can find there .

Information, enquiries and reservations: https://conaculgrigorescu.com/

Monastery of the Holy Cross in the city of Oradea, north-west Romania.

We thank Bogdan Popa Photography for permission to use this image.

Plan your Romanian Carpathian Mountains adventure now with

https://karpaten-offroad.de

Salina Turda is a real museum of salt mining history. It is located in the town of Turda, which belongs to Cluj county.

The temperature in the salt mine is constantly 10-12 degrees. It is one of the oldest and most famous salt mines in Transylvania.

Find out more:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/turda-salt-mine/

Photo source: Destinatia Anului

Bucharest is the largest city and the country’s industrial and commercial center.

Pictured: Palace of the Parliament (People’s Palace), Unirii Boulevard and Park, Mantua Cathedral (left, behind the Parliament building).
With almost 2 million inhabitants, Bucharest is one of the ten largest cities in the European Union.

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (photo: Panorama Group) for permission to use this image.

With a summery combination of natural flavors, this drink, a “Rosa Spritz”, is the perfect combination for relaxing moments … alone or with friends.

https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/en/home/

Visit the restaurant at the Brukenthal Palace daily between 8:00 and 22:00, or feel free to stay overnight / several nights.

Constanța, the city on the Black Sea. Recreation, relaxation and a bit of partying – just what the heart desires.

The water is fresh and the weather invites you for a stroll along the promenade, a cool dip in the sea or a short boat trip.

It is a small but beautiful mountain/peak in Valcea county. On the map of the environmental association is indicated an altitude of 563 meters, on some older maps it is 644 meters.

Thanks to Mrs. Corina E. Mateescu for the photo and text. Thank you

About 90 km from Galati, just behind Tecuci, in Vrancea county, Zaga Zaga resort is located in the Siret Delta.

A private waterfront cottage to relax in, fishing right on your doorstep, frolicking among the trees in the climbing garden, lounging by the pool or attending an outdoor concert… all this and much, much more is possible here for young and old.

We decided to take a boat tour (in a pedal boat). A good hour and a half over the lakes and through many canals, in beautiful nature. We enjoy the peace and quiet and see and photograph birds, which are as comfortable here as we are. A great place to relax… we will be back, soon …

Read more: https://zagazaga.ro/

A picture of the Cistercian abbey of Carta (German: Kloster Kerz), morning (14.07.2022) on the Olt river in fairytale Transylvania …. Sun, peace and quiet

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onișor (https://www.facebook.com/sorinonisor) for permission to use this image.

Danube Delta – Nature reserve and biosphere reserve.

https://urlaub-im-donaudelta.de | https://discover-sulina.com

We can’t capture the true beauty of the Delta in pictures, but we can help you get an idea of the aquatic paradise that is Romania. The Danube Delta is home to over 1,830 species of trees and plants, as well as over 2,440 species of insects and 320 species of birds.

Brasov Airport is open and DAN AIR offers numerous flights to/from and, of course, back to many airports in Germany and throughout Europe.

Information about flights and also online booking:
https://danair.worldticket.net/booking?___store=ro&___from_store=en

Monday:
DN240: Bucharest 07:00 – 09:45 Nürnberg (via Brasov)
DN240: Brașov 08:30 – 09:45 Nürnberg (direct)
DN241: Nürnberg 10:35 – 13:25 Brasov (direct)
DN241: Nürnberg 10:35 – 14:55 Bucharest (via Brasov)

Tuesday:
DN270: Bucharest 07:20 – 10:45 Barcelona (T2) (via Brasov)
DN270: Brasov 08:30 – 10:45 Barcelona (T2) (direct)
DN271: Barcelona (T2) 11:35 – 15:30 Brasov (direct)
DN271: Barcelona (T2) 11:35 – 16:50 Bucharest (via Brasov).

Wednesday:
DN253: Bucharest 07:00 – 09:25 Munich (T1B) (via Brasov).
DN253: Brasov 08:30 – 09:25 München (T1B) (direct)
DN253: München (T1B) 10:15 – 15:55 Brasov (via Brussels)
DN253: Munich (T1B) 10:15 – 17:15 Bucharest (via Brussels/Brașov)
DN253: Bucharest 07:00 – 12:30 Brussels (TB) (via Brașov/Munchen)
DN253: Brașov 08:30 – 11:40 Brussels (TB) (via München)
DN253: Brussels (TB) 12:30 – 15:55 Brasov (direct)
DN253: Brussels (TB) 12:30 – 17:15 Bucharest (via Brasov)

Thursday:
DN254: Bucharest 07:05 – 09:40 Nuremberg (via Brasov)
DN254: Brasov 08:25 – 09:40 Nuremberg (direct)
DN254: Nürnberg 10:30 – 15:05 Brasov (via Stuttgart)
DN254: Nürnberg 10:30 – 16:30 Bucharest (via Stuttgart/Brașov)
DN254: Bucharest 07:05 – 11:20 Stuttgart (T1) (v. Brasov / Nuremberg)
DN254: Brașov 08:25 – 11:20 Stuttgart (T1) (via Nürnberg)
DN254: Stuttgart (T1) 12:10 – 15:05 Brasov (direct)
DN254: Stuttgart (T1) 12:10 – 16:30 Bucharest (via Brasov)

Friday:
DN255: Bucharest 08:15 – 10:50 London/LGW (South) (via Brasov)
DN255: Brasov 09:40 – 10:50 London/Gatwick (South) (direct)
DN256: London/Gatwick (South) 11:35 – 16:35 Brasov (direct)
DN256: London/Gatwick (South) 11:35 – 18:00 Bucharest (via Brasov)

Saturday:
DN287: Bucharest 07:00 – 11:20 Madrid (T1) (via Brasov)
DN287: Brasov 08:20 – 11:20 Madrid (T1) (direct)
DN288: Madrid (T1) 12:10 – 16:50 Brasov (direct)
DN288: Madrid (T1) 12:10 – 18:15 Bucharest (via Brasov)

Sunday:
DN285: Bucharest 07:00 – 11:35 Malaga (T3) (via Brasov)
DN285: Brasov 08:20 – 11:35 Malaga (T3) (direct)
DN286: Malaga (T3) 12:25 – 17:20 Brasov (direct)
DN286: Malaga (T3) 12:25 – 18:45 Bucharest (via Brasov)

Those who have time from June 23 and are in Brasov County … should not miss it.

The Rupea Fortress Festival on Friday evening, Saturday evening and especially, the varied program on Sunday, from 12.00 noon for the afternoon/evening.

More info Primăria Rupea

Images in a blur… or maybe up in the clouds

The Buila Vânturari Para National Park (the smallest national park in Romania, with about 4,200 hectares) is located in the southern part of the Căpățânii Mountains, between the Buila and Vânturița Mare peaks.

Thanks to Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

Designed by the French architect Eduard Redont, the suspension bridge is a real jewel of Craiova’s Nicolae Romanescu Park (the third largest natural park in Europe).

The bridge connects two of the park’s hills and crosses the park’s lake. The view it offers is unique!

Thanks to Mrs Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

View from the Jiului Valley towards the Retezat Mountains (in Romanian: Munții Retezat) in Hunedoara county, the westernmost part of the Southern Carpathians.

Thanks Go Hunedoara (photo: Mihai Băbănaș) for permission to use this image.

It takes many hours, if not days, to explore the town of Sighisoara (Sighisoara in German) in Mureș county.

There’s a lot of cobblestones and sometimes you get the impression that you’re not in Romania at all, but rather in an old town in Saxony … say, Meissen or something similar.

Sighișoara was founded in the second half of the 12th century by German immigrants, the Transylvanian Saxons. In 1280 it was first mentioned in a document as “Castrum Sex”. In 1298 it was mentioned as “Schespurch” or “Schaesbrich”, and in 1337 with the Hungarian name “Seguzwar”. In 1435, the Romanian name “Sighișoara”, borrowed from Hungarian, appeared for the first time in writing.

The town has retained its multicultural character to the present day. Today, Sighișoara is officially trilingual again. Place-name signs and tourist information are written in Romanian, German and Hungarian. There are kindergartens where German is spoken, as well as a primary school and a secondary school (Sighișoara Mountain School) where German is offered as the language of instruction. The Bergschule offers the Abitur in German, which is also recognized by German universities. In addition, the town has several Protestant churches and a lively community life.

It takes many hours, if not days, to explore the town of Sighisoara (Sighisoara in German) in Mureș county.

There’s a lot of cobblestones and sometimes you get the impression that you’re not in Romania at all, but rather in an old town in Saxony … say, Meissen or something similar.

Sighișoara was founded in the second half of the 12th century by German immigrants, the Transylvanian Saxons. In 1280 it was first mentioned in a document as “Castrum Sex”. In 1298 it was mentioned as “Schespurch” or “Schaesbrich”, and in 1337 with the Hungarian name “Seguzwar”. In 1435, the Romanian name “Sighișoara”, borrowed from Hungarian, appeared for the first time in writing.

The town has retained its multicultural character to the present day. Today, Sighișoara is officially trilingual again. Place-name signs and tourist information are written in Romanian, German and Hungarian. There are kindergartens where German is spoken, as well as a primary school and a secondary school (Sighișoara Mountain School) where German is offered as the language of instruction. The Bergschule offers the Abitur in German, which is also recognized by German universities. In addition, the town has several Protestant churches and a lively community life.

Kreuzburg an der Bistritz is located in northeastern Romania (Neamt county), in the so-called Western Moldova, at the foothills of the Eastern Carpathians.

The town is about an hour’s drive (60 km) from Bacău and is surrounded by beautiful nature and numerous sights.

Pelișor Castle is located about 300 meters from its “big brother”, Peles Castle, in Prahova County.

The castle was built between 1899 and 1902 by the architect Karel Liman (chalet style), commissioned by King Carol I (Carol I) for his nephew, later King Ferdinand I, and his wife, Queen Maria of Romania.

Pictures from a few days ago (June 13, 2023) from the botanical garden I Giardini di Zoe in Banpotoc, Harau … near the city of Deva.

Read more: https://igiardinidizoe.com/

Thank you Go Hunedoara (photos: Aldo Todoran) for permission to use these images.

Măcin Mountains are a mountain range in Tulcea County, in the historical landscape of Dobrogea in Romania.

As part of the northern Dobrogea massif, they lie between the Danube and the Black Sea. Its highest peak is called Vârful Țuțuiatul, which reaches a height of 467 meters. Culmea Pricopanului (photo) is about 20 km east of the city of Brăila.

Thanks to Relu Chiriac, Galați, for permission to use these images (early May 2021).

Castle Bran (German historical name: Törzburg) is located on the so-called Dietrichstein cliff, in the town of Bran, Transylvania, Brasov County.

Thanks Castelul Bran for permission to use this image.

Buila-Vânturarița National Park: Pictures from a walk / hike on the alpine trails of Buila-Vânturarița National Park, Valcea county, at an altitude of over 1,400 meters.

Thanks Centrului Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea for permission to use these images.

Visit the restaurant (daily from 8am to 10pm) at the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig, just a few kilometers southeast of Sibiu.

https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/en/home/

Or spend a weekend or a whole vacation here. The place and region will reward you with a variety of destinations.

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The university town of Iași (in German Jassy and Jasch, formerly Jassenmarkt, in Hungarian Jaszvasar) is located in northeastern Romania, about 20 kilometers west of the border with the Republic of Moldova.

The Palace of Culture in Iasi, which served as an administrative and judicial palace until 1955, now houses four museums under the name of the National Museum Complex Moldova.

The palace has 298 large rooms with a total surface area of about 34,000 m2 and 92 windows in the front of the building, as well as another 36 inside.

Image source: Destinatia Anului

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From Tulcea to Sulina or vice versa, to Sf. Gheorghe, Crișan, Mila 23 and many other places in the Danube Delta.

https://www.navromdelta.ro/ (also in English)

Book your ticket(s) online and just enjoy the beautiful nature and the journey to your destination:
https://www.navromdelta.ro/cumpara-bilete/

Many tourists arrive with their own car or rent a car at the airport and are … perhaps a bit overwhelmed by the parking situation in Romanian cities. So here are some tips and information.

Relaxed parking in Brăila Relaxed parking in Brăila .
The city of Brăila is located in south-eastern Romania and has about 150,000 inhabitants. In fact, there are always enough parking spaces even in the city center and … all parking spaces in the city of Brăila are free.

Neighboring city Galati … not so relaxed
The city of Galati is also in the south-east of Romania and is the neighboring city of Brăila, with about 300 000 inhabitants. In many parts of the city (the city center, but also in the outlying areas), parking is paid (Monday to Saturday, between 8am and 8pm every day). Payment can be made via a parking machine on site or by SMS (a Romanian phone number is required). IMPORTANT: On average, it takes a short time before you will find a fancy yellow or orange immobilizer on your front wheel unless you have redeemed your parking ticket. Depending on the time of day, 200 or 300 lei (approx. 40 or 60 euros) are then up for grabs.

Kronstadt (Brasov), take/plan time for your search.
In or near the center of Brasov, it’s not easy to find a parking space at almost any time of the day. There are few parking spaces and, due to many restrictions (one-way streets), it can take some time to find a parking space. You really shouldn’t rush here! There is a fee for parking (Monday through Saturday, 8am to 8pm) and you can pay via an on-site parking machine (usually only for an hour or two) or via an app (also 24 hours/day). And in Brasov there are paid parking spaces all over the city, so always look out for the appropriate signs.

Timisoara, European Capital of Culture 2023 … modernity
First of all, parking spaces in the city center are also charged, but here the search for “bad parking offenders” is done in a very modern way. With the help of a specially purchased and equipped camera car, which regularly checks the streets and squares, the parking ticket is issued in no time. The camera car drives through the streets and records all parked cars / license plate numbers, compares in real time whether a parking ticket has been redeemed and … we don’t know this, but we assume … immediately issues a fine to those who park “badly”.

Bucharest … speechless
Parking in Bucharest is easy, either in the hotel parking lot or 20 km outside the city Anyone who has ever been on the road in Bucharest by car will quickly notice … you need a lot of time, patience and also a certain calmness to the driving style, which is similar here to some Italian cities. In many parts of the city, downtown, shopping centers and more, traffic is usually quite slow (Navi: In 800 meters you have reached your destination. Estimated travel time: 48 minutes). Parking spaces are paid and can usually be paid on the spot, by SMS (Romanian phone number required) or by app. However, depending on the neighborhood (old town), it is very, very difficult or extremely expensive (300 lei (60 euro) for 24 hours) to find a parking space in a “private parking”. Our advice is therefore clear. Look for a hotel with free parking and walk or use a taxi / Uber or buses / metro. It’s worth it!

In the countryside and small towns
Here it is almost always very relaxed, Park, point and end However, please however always always look out for any signs (usually near sightseeing/trip destinations). There may also be a charge there.

More cities, experiences about parking in Romania are welcome as comments!

And by the way: RO Vignette … in order to be able to drive on highways in Romania, but also on country roads (so it is mandatory for any car) you need a vignette. The Vignette (RO Viniete) can be bought and paid online (German interface) one month in advance (so before your vacation). The costs are also controllable and ok. For a car they are 3 euro for 7 days, 7 euro for 30 days, 13 euro for 90 days and/or 28 euro for a whole year. Usually rental cars already have this vignette, but it never hurts to ask … it never hurts.

Here is the link: https://www.roviniete.ro/en/

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Entrance to one of the most beautiful bookstores in Bucharest and at the same time to a wonderful brewery (café), quiet and green yet in the heart of the city.

Where: Bucharest, Sector 1
Neighborhood: Piata Romana
Bookstore: Carturesti Verona (entrance 10 meters on the left)
Beer Garden / Cafe: Cafe Verona (right in front)

It’s not easy, and only those who really know the city and the street, or who have followed our Facebook posts over the past few days, can probably give the right answer.

But we help you a bit, it is one of these cities:
Brăila | Alba Iulia | Sibiu | Timișoara | Cluj-Napoca

Who knows?

Cluj-Napoca (in German Klausenburg, in Hungarian Kolozsvar) is (probably*) the second largest city in Romania and the capital of Cluj County in Transylvania.

With a population of around 400,000, Cluj-Napoca is the unofficial capital of Transylvania. It is home to universities, a lively nightlife and many buildings dating back to the time of Hungarian and Saxon rule. Surrounding the main square, Union Square, is the Gothic Church of St Michael and an equestrian statue of the 15th-century King Matthew Corvinus. The baroque Banffy Palace is now a museum displaying Romanian art.

Cluj-Napoca has an international airport and is located in northwest Romania.

* It could also be Iași, Timișoara or Constanța. Exact figures are unfortunately not available.

Thanks to the city of Cluj-Napoca for permission to use these images.

Carta Monastery (Kerz in German) is a former Cistercian (Benedictine) monastery in the Făgăraș region of Transylvania, Romania. It is located on the left bank of the Olt River, between the cities of Sibiu and Făgăraș, and is now an evangelical Lutheran church.

The exact date of the foundation of Carta Monastery (Latin: monasterium beatae Mariae virginis in Candelis de Kerch) is unknown. A document from Constance dated April 17, 1418, issued by Sigismund, King of Hungary, vaguely states that the monastery was founded, built and granted rights and privileges by its predecessors. Cistercian documents from the 13th-15th centuries, collected and analyzed by Leopold Janauschek, mention the founding year of the monastery as around 1202-1203.

Bran Castle is located in the historical region of Transylvania, in the county of Brasov.

It was originally a military defensive fortress, built with a rectangular plan on a cliff. Over time, the fortress underwent numerous structural changes, including the south tower, built in 1622 according to the plans of Gabriel Bethlen, the rectangular east tower, and between 1883 and 1886 the roof was also covered with tiles for the first time.

…and said to be Count Dracula’s castle in Transylvania… and attracts 100,000 tourists every year.

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Enjoy your health, relax and find yourself. A specialty of Akasha Retreat in the beautiful nature of Brasov County.

Wild strawberries hide in meadows and forests. These little red and juicy red treasures, hidden on grassy banks and in hiding places (a nice pun ☺️), are nature’s sweetest secret .

Akasha Retreat invites you to try their homemade ice cream, made with love and fresh ingredients, but especially with seasonal fruits.

Book your table today on Akasha’s online presentation and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner. Great emphasis is placed on the quality of the food and drinks.

https://www.akasharetreat.com/
book@akasharetreat.com
+40 720 581 545

The town of Sulina is located at the mouth of the Danube, in the Danube Delta and also directly on the Black Sea. Pictures from the Amiral restaurant on the town’s waterfront.

https://discover-sulina.com | Restaurant Amiral

Colt Fortress was built in the early 14th century. It is located in the village of Suseni in Hunedoara County, at the entrance to the Râușorului Valley, about 3 km from the village of Râul de Mori.

Near the ruins of the fortress is the Clot Church, which is dedicated to All Saints’ Sunday. The church was built between 1310 and 1315.

Image: Elisa Photography

… is open, and the first airplanes are leaving the airport (here towards Nuremberg, to Albrecht Dürer International Airport). Congratulations

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On Sunday, June 25, between 10:00 and 22:00, the Romanian OpenAir Concert will take place at Jakobsplatz in Nuremberg.

Admission is free and all visitors are welcome.

The Țibleș Mountains are a mountain group located in the county of Maramureș, in the historical region of Bucovina.

The mountain range is part of the Eastern Carpathian Mountains; the highest peak is the Varful (mountain) Bran, with an altitude of 1,840 meters.

Source: Destination of the Year
Photo: horoba_aurelian

Dense and untouched forests, narrow gorges and steep valleys, caves, hundreds of kilometers of marked trails, churches, waterfalls, local traditions and specialties and much, much more.

If you look at the first picture, it could be Bavaria … or Austria? But this is Romania! It’s the Craiului Forest (Rock Forest) in the Apuseni Mountains*.

*The Apuseni Mountains are a mountain range in western Romania. It reaches peak heights between 1,100 and 1,800 meters and forms the northern section of the Romanian Western Carpathians.

Source: Destinatia Anului

Lake Retezat / Lake Bucura is the deepest glacial lake in Romania and is located in Hunedoara county, in the south-western part of the Retezat Mountains at an altitude of 2,040 meters.

It has an area of up to 10 ha (1 ha = 10,000 m2) and a depth of up to almost 30 meters.

Thanks to Go Hunedoara (Images: Carmen Paraschiv) for permission to use these images.

Siria (in Hungarian Vilagos, in German Hellburg) is a municipality in the county of Arad.

In the area of today’s municipality there was already a settlement called “Villa Siri” in 1169. Vilagosvar was mentioned in a document from 1326, referring to the Vilagos castle, nowadays the ruins of the Siria castle.

Part of Syria’s history is the story of the castle ruins from the 13th century. In 1444, the castle passed briefly into the possession of Johann Hunyadi, and in the second half of the 15th century it passed into the possession of Matthias Corvinus. For strategic reasons, the Habsburg army destroyed the fortress in 1784.

Today, the castle ruins are a popular excursion destination.
Image credit: Iuliu Illes

The Alba Carolina Fortress in Alba Iulia (Karlsburg) was built between 1715 and 1738, under the reign of Emperor Charles VI, as a fortification with seven (7) bastions.

It served the Habsburgs as a strategic point of defense along the military border with the Ottoman Empire. Alba Iulia lies near the highway on the road to and from Sibiu.

Definitely worth a visit.
Image: Gruescu Ovidiu

An eventful and culturally rich 2023 awaits visitors to Timisoara. Visit the city rich in history, the Banat region and much, much more all around.

Find out more about the city:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/destinations…/

Pictures: Elvis Ray, Dan V., Cristian Coaja, Catalin Barari

Sarmalele are not made to the same recipe everywhere in Romania. Depending on the region and taste, they vary from one locality to another, and also in size.

Sarmalele contain meat that is wrapped with other ingredients in vine leaves or pickled cabbage. Salsals can also be meatless (vegetarian) or with vegetables. Here is a special recipe from Moldova with meat stuffing.

To 1 kg of minced meat (pork, beef, chicken or a mixture) add:
– 4 – 5 medium onions
– 100 grams of rice
– salt, pepper – 1 teaspoon each
– Marjoram and parsley – to taste
– Tomato broth (150 grams)
– 4 tablespoons of oil (in combination with the chicken)

If it is lean meat, a few tablespoons of breadcrumbs or corn flour can be added to bind the mixture better. Mix well and then wrap in vine or cabbage leaves, depending on preference.

Boil for about two (2) hours. To do this, place the sarm close together in a pot and pour water over them. When the liquid in which the sarm is boiling runs out, add hot water to compensate. Check after the first hour of boiling and then whenever you feel necessary.

The recipe matches the pictures. Thanks to “Mom” Postolache for the recipe and to her daughter for the work and pictures.

The amount of ingredients makes about 120 sarmale. They are usually eaten with sour cream (sour cream/cream) and chili peppers (hot peppers). Also, depending on the region, white bread and mamaliga (made from corn semolina, similar to Italian polenta) are served.

We wish you pofta bună (Bon appétit).

Ochiul Beiului Lake (Ochiul Beiului) is located in the Cheile Nerei-Beușnița National Park in south-western Romania (Caras-Severin county), near the border with Serbia and the villages of Deutsch-Orawitz (Oravița) and Steierdorf (east-west and east).

It is up to 3.6 meters deep and about 15 meters in diameter. The fabulous blue-green water never freezes in winter, as the lake is permanently fed by a spring.

Thanks to Ochiu Bei for permission to use these beautiful images (end of May 2023).

Built by the ruler Vlad Țepeș, the Chindiei Tower has been a symbol of the city since the 15th century.

For centuries, the tower has played a military role, as it was possible to find possible attacks early from above.

Source text / image: Destinatia Anului

The Fortress of St. Ladislaus in Coronini will be inaugurated at the end of this year after a long renovation.

The Cula Fortress, also known as the Fortress of St. Ladislaus of Coronini, was built in 1428 by Sigismund, King of Hungary. A fortress of Dakar (circa 50 BC to 100 AD) also existed on the same site.

Thanks Banatul Montan for permission to use these images.

The small town of Bicaz is located in Neamț County on the eastern edge of the Ceahlău Mountains, which is part of the Eastern Carpathians.

Through the deeply cut gorge of the 10-kilometer-long Cheilor Bicazului, whose cliff faces sometimes rise more than 100 meters vertically, a pass road leads in a southwesterly direction to the Red Lake, about 30 kilometers away.

Discover breathtaking nature in its purest form from July to September.

More information and all travel dates:
https://www.karpaten-offroad.de/…/rumanien-retezat…/

Guided hike in the Retezat Mountains with the highest and most important mountains, as well as a visit to the Alba Iulia Citadel, Hundoara (Corvin) Castle and the National Park of the Bison in Hațeg… and of course with lots and lots of nature.

At about 360,000 square meters, the “Palace of Parliament” is not only the second largest building in the world (after the Pentagon in Washington) with its total weight, it is also number 1 in the Guinness Book of World Records.

Among other things, 1,000,000 cubic meters of marble, 3,500 tons of crystal, 700,000 tons of steel and bronze, 900,000 cubic meters of wood and 200,000 square meters of carpet were processed. There are around 1,000 rooms in the palace, not counting corridors, corridors, staircases and 40 elevators.

The building, which dates back to the days of dictator Nicolae Ceausescu, is definitely worth a visit, whether you like this “architectural style” or not.

Putna Monastery is located about 70 kilometers from the city of Suceava, in the county of the same name.

It now belongs to a group of Romanian Orthodox monasteries – the Moldavian monasteries – in southern Bucovina.

The monastery was built between 1466 and 1469 and consecrated in 1470. In the monastery’s museum there are many valuable manuscripts, maps, paintings, icons, linen cloths and other church objects from the 15th century. Of particular note are the self-portrait of Stephen’s second wife, Maria von Mangop, and the skull of St. Ghenadie.

Thanks to Mrs Farkas Ildiko for permission to use these wonderful images (June 2022).

Șinca Veche Monastery is located in the commune of Șinca, Brasov County. It is about 22 kilometers from the city of Făgăraș.

Sinca Veche was already mentioned in a letter of Pope Innocent III in 1204.

The cave church of Șinca Veche is also known under the names: Temple of the Fulfillment of Prayer, Temple of the Bears, Cave Monastery and Cave Monastery (Temple of the Fulfillment of Prayer, Temple of the Bears, Cave Monastery, Cave Monastery).

The Rarău Mountains are a group of mountains in the Moldo-Transylvanian Carpathians, part of the Eastern Carpathian mountain range.

The highest peak is Mount Rarău, 1,651 meters high.

Thanks to Ms. Farkas Ildiko (farkas.ildiko.75) for permission to use these images.

Come to Brasov using the recently opened airport from Munich, Stuttgart, Nuremberg and other cities for a short vacation … and visit the Brasov Opera, which celebrates its 70th anniversary with a performance of Georges Bizet’s Carmen.

Buy tickets online:

https://www.opera-brasov.ro/spectacole/calendar-evenimente/

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Today’s “Arc de Triomphe” was completed in 1935 and 1936 by Petre Antonescu after the model of the Arc de Triomphe de l’Étoile in Paris at a huge building in classical Romanesque style and for the national celebration of Romania. on December 1, 1936 inaugurated.

The Arc de Triomphe is decorated with numerous remarkable inscriptions and reliefs. The opening of the arch is 11 m high and 9.50 m wide, and like the French model, this triumphal arch is surrounded by machines.

The city of Oradea (German: Großwardein) is the capital of Bihor county in northwestern Romania. The city was first mentioned in 1080 as a Roman-Catholic diocese (document from 1113) and belonged to the Kingdom of Hungary. After World War I, Oradea went to Greater Romania and later back to Hungary. It was taken again in October 1944 and since then it belongs to the territory of Romania.

Just a few kilometers away is Băile Felix (German: Bad Felix), an internationally known health resort with thermal springs. Famous guests have included Marlene Dietrich, Charlie Chaplin and painter Salvador Dali. Today Bad Felix is the largest health resort in Romania with 200 springs.

Thanks for permission to use these images: https://www.instagram.com/oradea.de.poveste/ and https://www.instagram.com/oradeainimagini/

Balea Lake is a glacial lake in the Romanian Carpathians.

It is located in the Făgăraș Mountains, on the Transfăgărășan highway, between the Negoiu and Moldoveanu Mountains. And what looks like fog here is probably more likely clouds (thanks for the information, Mr. George Cus), simply because the lake is very high.

The lake is located in the county of Sibiu and is about 80 km from the city of Sibiu (in German Hermannstadt) and about 70 km from the city of Făgăraș (in German Fogarash or Fugreschmarkt).

The road (Transfăgărășan) to the lake should be reopened soon (July 1, possibly sooner). Until then, however, Lake Balea can also be reached by cable car.

Samuel von Brukenthal (born 1721, died 1803) was one of Transylvania’s most important personalities.

He studied administrative sciences, history, philosophy and theology in Germany. His professional rise in administration began with his marriage to the daughter of the mayor of Hermannstadt (Sibiu). His professional duties took him to Vienna in 1753, where he met the famous Empress Maria Theresa, who became his supporter and friend. He spent many years at the Viennese court and was governor of Transylvania from 1777 to 1787. He was the only Transylvanian Saxon ever to rule the country.

https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/en/home/

He was influenced by the European Enlightenment ideas of the time. He was a passionate collector, interested in art, coins, books, minerals and plants. Under the influence of his stay in Vienna, he built his summer residence in Avrig on the model of the imperial palace of Schönbrunn!

For the Brukenthal Palace, master artist Mircea Codrea has made a copy of Brukenthal’s portrait of the same size as the original, which can be seen above the fireplace in the Orangery restaurant.

Brukenthal Palace is looking forward to your visit!

Cantacuzino Castle is one of the most beautiful and important historical buildings in Romania.

The 60,000 square meter castle park, framed by its own 1,000 hectare private property, invites visitors to linger and is currently one of the most visited tourist attractions, both in the resort of Busteni and in the entire Prahova Valley area.

Find out more:
https://www.cantacuzinocastle.com/homeeng

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia, in Prahova County.

It was built between 1873 and 1883 for King Carol I of Romania and seized by the communist regime in 1947. After the Romanian Revolution in 1989, Peles was transferred back to the former King Michael, who was living in exile in Switzerland.

The oriel windows and semicircular walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king’s residence. Seven terraces surround the castle. Some of the 160 rooms can be visited today. The castle museum houses weapons, sculptures, furniture and decorative objects from the 15th-19th centuries, as well as an orchestrion. The castle is particularly impressive for its magnificent carpentry.

Find out more about Peles Castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/peles-castle/

Text and images: Georg Schenk … Many, many THANKS
Thanks to Georg Schenk for permission to use this image(s).

Just 18 km west of Sighetu Marmatiei is the “Merry Cemetery”, one of the most visited tourist attractions in the Maramureș region.

The crosses, which have been painted by local craftsmen, are lively and predominantly blue in color.

The idea for the cemetery was born in 1935 and belonged to the woodcarver Stan Ioan Patras. He wanted to create a cemetery, unique in Romania, which would show the life and personality of the deceased in a cheerful representation. Each cross has an image carved on the top, representing a special moment in the life of the deceased. Underneath, short, humorous poems or rhyming texts describe the life of the person buried there.

Image: Destination of the year

The narrow-gauge railway Moldovița / Hutulca (Mocănița) is still running today in Suceava County.

Find out more about locomotives/trains and timetable:
http://www.cfi.ro/2_5_Railways-Timetable.html

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onisor (facebook.com/sorinonisor) for permission to use this image.

There are so many reasons to visit the Brukenthal Palace for a stay, a delicious meal, a café and other delicacies or for a whole vacation.

https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

Guest House | Restaurant | Historical Cafe | The perfect venue for your event

Cheile Glodului is a nature reserve in Alba County, on the administrative territory of Almașu Mare Municipality.

Thanks Go Hunedoara (Photos: Sanda Bucinschi) for permission to use these images.

Sinaia is a town in Prahova county, located on the Prahova river valley, which is surrounded by the Bucegi Mountains. From Sinaia (height above sea level: 767 to 860 meters above sea level) a cable car takes you up to an altitude of 2,000 meters and there are also several ski lifts in winter operation.

Many sights can be found in and around Sinaia. Monastery B. Sinaia, Peles Castle and the smaller Pelesor Castle. But also the Bucegi National Park, Caraiman Monastery and Cantacuzino Castle in the nearby town of Bușteni are close to Sinaia.

Thanks Stefan Dee photos for permission to use these images.

Bucegi Natural Park is a nature reserve on the administrative territory of Brasov, Dâmbovița and Prahova counties.

Thanks Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (Photo: Smarticia) for permission to use this image.

Old and new, history and modernity, young and old, rich and poor, bustling and timeless… here is Bucharest, the capital of Romania.

Anyone who has the time and the muse to look around will discover thousands of things, feelings and much more… that capture, inspire, but also stimulate thought.

All photos were taken in the Roman Square neighborhood, which occupies an area of about 500 x 500 meters in the center of Bucharest.

In many regions of Romania it is getting warmer and warmer. Summer is approaching and it’s time to relax and enjoy! Sun, fresh air and good mood!

https://aqua-romana.ro/

Băile Daco-Romane, Geoagiu Băi, east of Deva, Hunedoara county.

Thanks Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.

https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

The Danube Delta in south-eastern Romania is one of Europe’s last natural paradises.

https://urlaub-im-donaudelta.de | https://discover-sulina.com

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onisor (facebook.com/sorinonisor) for permission to use this stunning image.

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onisor (facebook.com/sorinonisor) for permission to use these wonderful images.

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the Village Museum of Valcea County, starting at 10.00 a.m., will take place the Valcea Calus Festival.

The Vâlcea Village Museum is an open-air museum, located on an area of 8 hectares in the village of Bujoreni in Vâlcea County (Vâlcea Mică Historical Region).

More information about the festival / open-air museum:
Centrul Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea

Beautiful pictures from Buila Vânturița National Park in Valcea county.

Thanks Centrului Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea (photos: Vali Conea) for permission to use these images.

On Saturday, June 17, about 50 young church leaders will welcome visitors to the Black Church in Brasov.

On Radio Bucharest (in German) you can already read and listen to Monica Strava’s new report on this successful project. Several young people have commented on the project “Young people support the Black Church in voluntary work”:
https://www.radiobukarest.ro/…/jugendliche…/

Information and images: Honterusgemeinde – Biserica Neagră

Defile of the 7 Steps or Cheile celor 7 Trepte is located in the county of Brasov (in German Kronstadt), south of the village of Dâmbul Morii.

It is one of the main tourist attractions of the Piatra Mare massif.

Thanks to Mrs. Teodora Mocanu for permission to use this image.

A trip for the next possible vacation time? The Transalpina (Romanian: National Road 67C) crosses part of the Carpathian Mountains and connects Gorj county in the Lesser Walla Wallachia with Alba county in Transylvania.

It reaches a height of up to 2,140 meters.

Thanks to Mrs. Farkas Ildiko ( facebook.com/farkas.ildiko.75 ) for permission to use these beautiful pictures.

The Black Church (Biserica Neagra in Romanian) is a landmark of Brasov, together with the inscription “BRASOV”.

https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

The Black Church (Biserica Neagra) is a landmark of Brasov.

It is located in the city center, in the immediate vicinity of the city market and the old town hall.

The church is a Gothic hall church, which was originally a Catholic church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. With the Reformation in Transylvania, which on the part of the Transylvanian-Saxon population was largely driven by the reformer and later Kronstadt priest Johannes Honterus, the Catholic patronage was abandoned. The Black Church bears its current name from a fire in the town in 1689.

Find out more:
https://kronstadt-erleben.de/sehenswertes-in-kronstadt/

Piatra Neamț (German: Kreuzburg an der Bistritz) is the capital of Neamț County and is located in northeastern Romania. Literally translated, Piatra Neamț means “Stein Deutsch” or “Deutschstein”, whereby the word Neamț is an obsolete Romanian word for “German”.

From the train station, a cable car (Telegondola) drives almost 2 km (2,000 meters) to the mountain station on Mount Cozla, at an altitude of 632 meters (632 meters). The trip takes just under 8 minutes and you can already enjoy the wonderful view of the city and the surrounding area.

Piatra Neamt was founded at the end of the 14th century as Piatra lui Crăciun and became a famous center of arts and crafts after the establishment of a royal court by Stefan the Great, Prince of Moldavia (1433-1504). The town has around 80 to 100 thousand inhabitants and is always worth a visit due to the historic Old Town area.

Again beautiful pictures to whet your appetite, from the Transfăgărășan, Transalpina and Balea Lake

Plan your vacation and many, many experiences in / with the Conacul Grigorescu guesthouse in the village of Rătești, close to the city of Buzău.

Learn more (German, English, Romanian):
https://conaculgrigorescu.com/

Conacul Grigorescu is a small, German-speaking, family-run guesthouse with its own farm and a range of top-quality local products.

Camping directly on the beach with all necessary facilities, showers, toilets, electricity and water.

Information, costs, location and more:
https://park4night.com/en/place/266691

Quote from Mr. Uwe Tauber (we thank him for sending us these actual pictures) “A very nice campsite, right on the beach, friendly and helpful people, just as I knew and appreciated Romania and Romanians 25 years ago ….”

Have you ever eaten sarmale with/of goat meat? No!!!

Then plan quickly and visit tomorrow (Saturday) and/or the day after tomorrow (Sunday) the 2nd edition of the SLOW FOOD Festival in Berca, near the town of Buzău.

The Slow Food Festival takes place in Piata (market) Artizanilor in the town of Berca. As soon as you see the monastery of Berca or arrive in town, turn left just after the bridge and continue for about 200 meters. Open between 10:00 and 18:00 or Sunday between 10:00 and 17:00.

More info: Slow Food Buzău

Simply escape the hustle and bustle of life and enjoy peace, tranquility and nature.

Book one of the three cabins (little cottages in the middle of nature) in the village of Sirnea, Brasov County and find pure relaxation.

More information and prices/bookings:
https://strajerii-verzi-sirnea.pynbooking.direct/

Facebook: Străjerii Verzi | Internet: https://strajeriiverzi.ro/

Timisoara is one of the oldest and most picturesque cities in Romania and was founded in the early 13th century.

Due to its many old baroque buildings, Timișoara is also called “Little Vienna”.

Photo / Text: Destination of the Year

Visit Discover Brasov’s five-language Discover Brasov presentation and find out more about the city and surroundings.

https://kronstadt-erleben.de (DE) | https://discover-brasov.com (EN, RO, FR, HEB)

The second edition of the SLOW FOOD Festival in Berca, near the town of Buzău, will take place next Saturday / Sunday, June 10 / 11.

Enjoy regional delicacies and take them home with you. Many, many more will be on offer, you can taste and also buy

The Slow Food Festival takes place in the Piata (market) Artizanilor in the town of Berca. As soon as you see the monastery of Berca or arrive in town, turn left just after the bridge and continue about 200 meters. It is open from 10:00 to 18:00 or on Sundays from 10:00 to 17:00.

More info: Slow Food Buzău

Cetatile Ponorului is one of the largest karst areas* in Romania, located in the Apuseni Mountains in the Padis area (Podisul Padis), in Bihor County.

The Padiș Plateau is rich in karst formations, caves such as the Lumea Pierduta (Lost World in English), the Bârsei Glacier, the Rădeșe Fortresses and the Caput Cave. There are several gorges such as the Cheile Galbenei, Cheileului Somesului Cald, Gropa Rustinoasa and others.

*In geology and geomorphology, karst refers to subterranean landforms (karst caves) and supraterranean landforms (surface karst) in carbonate rocks (and in sulfate rocks, salt rocks and sandstone/quartzite). Source: Wikipedia

Image source: Destinatia Anului
Photos: planiada.ro

Falcău is a village in the commune of Brodina in Suceava County, located on the banks of the Suceava River, in the historical landscape of Bucovina.

A wonderful nature at about 570 meters above sea level, in one of the northernmost points of Romania, directly on the border with Ukraine.

Thanks to Mr. Adler Bain for sending us these images (summer/fall 2022).

About halfway between Sibiu and Brasov lies the town of Făgăraș (Fogarasch or Fugreschmarkt).

At the end of the 12th century, the castle was just a wooden fortress, which was enlarged into a stone fortress in the 14th century. The castle contains a museum, which can be visited as well as the castle itself.

Thanks to Vlad Țepeș – Dracula (photo: Carpathian Mountains) for permission to use this image.

The clock tower is the landmark of Schäßburg (Sighisoara) and a popular movie and photo subject day and night.

Holidays, Restaurant, Conferences, Sereno Spa – Superlative Relaxation in Poiana Brasov (city of Brasov).

Whether you are staying at Hotel / Resort Piatra Mare for a vacation in the region or simply prefer to rest and relax. The hotel’s own Sereno Spa welcomes you with quality wellness services and treatments, such as indoor swimming pool, dry sauna, wet sauna, cold water pool, Scottish shower, ice fountain, salt with chromotherapy, solarium, gym and massage.

More information and reservations:
https://www.piatramare.ro/

Simply escape the hustle and bustle of life and enjoy peace, tranquility and nature.

Book one of the three cabins (little cottages in the middle of nature) in the village of Sirnea, Brasov County and find pure relaxation.

More information and prices/bookings:
https://strajerii-verzi-sirnea.pynbooking.direct/

Facebook: Străjerii Verzi | Internet: https://strajeriiverzi.ro/

The Rizzo Boutique Hotel is located in Poiana Brasov (city of Brasov), in the Carpathian Mountains, close to nature, among the fir trees.

Find out more (English / Romanian):
https://www.rizzohotel.ro/

Pictures from yesterday (June 6) from Viscri (German Weisskirch) in Brasov county, Romania.

King Charles III visits Transylvania and the places he feels connected to.

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onisor (facebook.com/sorinonisor) for permission to use these images.

The Caraiman Orthodox Monastery was founded in 1998 in Busteni, Prahova County, at the foot of the Caraiman Mountains.

Bucharest is Romania’s capital and largest city.

Find more about Bucharest or other cities in Romania

Photos: Călin Stan, Liviu Emanuel, Alexandru Dinu, Țurcanu Răzvan

A photo taken in the Calendar Story from Porumbacu de Sus, Sibiu county.

Image / Text: Destinația Anului

Learn more about the city of Sulina in Donaudelta: https://discover-sulina..com

Thousands of roses are blooming these days in the Botanical Garden of Galati.

Galati is a city of about 250,000-350,000 inhabitants in south-eastern Romania. It is situated directly on the Danube and borders the Republic of Moldova (200 meters further, Ukraine borders Moldova).

Current images (04 June 2023) of the Brâncoveanu Monastery also called Sâmbăta de Sus Monastery in Sâmbăta de Sus (German Ober-Mühlendorf), near Făgăraș in Brașov County.

We thank Mr. Denis Marcadone for sending us the pictures. Thank you Denis

Wildly romantic for some, hard work with many hardships for others, in the Apuseni mountains both meet. Who’s happier… everyone has to decide for themselves. More is not always more… at least not when it comes to your own satisfaction.

The Apuseni Mountains are a mountain range in western Romania. They reach heights of almost 1,850 meters (highest peak: Cucurbăta Mare at 1,849 meters) and form the northern section of the Romanian Western Carpathians. The mountain range has an almost circular contour with a diameter of 130-150 km, is bordered by the rivers Mureș, Someș and Barcău and lies in the counties of Arad, Bihor, Cluj, Alba and Hunedoara.

Thanks to the photographer Gerd Deeken for permission to use these images.

The Curtea de Argeș Cathedral (built in 1517) is a Romanian Orthodox cathedral in Curtea de Argeș, Argeș County, in the central-eastern part of Romania.

It is located on the grounds of the Curtea de Argeș Monastery and is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Maria Adormirii Maicii Domnului). The cathedral is clad in light gray limestone. The interior is made of brick, plastered and decorated with frescoes.

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (photo: Curtea de Argeș) for permission to use this image.

Soimos is a village in western Romania, belonging to the town of Lipova in Arad County. The ruins of the medieval castle above the Mures Valley are impressive.

To visit the castle ruins, you have to climb a 250-meter-high hill to the east of the village. The oldest part of the castle is the donjon, and the castle courtyard covers an area of 35 × 22 meters. In the northern part of the Renaissance wing there is another balcony, which is known as Isabella’s Balcony, in honor of Isabella Jagiellonica, who lived here from 1541. In the southern part of the complex is a knights’ chamber and a chapel.

Soimos Castle (Falkenstein in German) was first mentioned in a Latin document in 1278 as Castrum Somos.

Image: Mariana Anatoneag, pixabay, mary1826

The Carpathian Mountains are in many places, but especially in Romania, still untouched and rich in nature, plants and species-rich fauna.

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (photos: Adrian Petrișor) for permission to use these images.

The CEC Palace in Bucharest was built between 1897 and 1900.

It is located in the western part of the old center of Bucharest (Old Center, Lipscani), in Calea Victoriei, opposite the National Museum of Romanian History, and is currently the headquarters of CEC Bank.

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use this image.

Atât de frumos!!! Sâmbăta de Sus (în germană Ober-Mühlendorf) este o comună în județul Brașov din regiunea istorică Transilvania.

Îi mulțumim lui Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (foto: @iulianradu, radu.nita) pentru permisiunea de a folosi aceste imagini.

Pictures of the botanical garden “I Giardini di Zoe” from the beginning of June 2023

The garden, also called Banpotoc Garden, is located east of Deva (German: Diemrich), on the left side of the A1 highway (direction Sibiu), in the Banpotoc neighborhood of Hârlău.

Thanks to Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.

Roses | Over 5,000 Roses in bloom now | Early June 2023
Video

Time to relax and enjoy! Sun, fresh air and good mood!

https://aqua-romana.ro/

Băile Daco-Romane, Geoagiu Băi, east of Deva, Hunedoara county.

Thanks Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.

Salina Târgu Ocna is located in the resort of Târgu Ocna in the county of Bacau.

It is the third largest salt mine and one of the oldest salt mines in Romania, hosting the largest respiratory disease treatment facility in the country, the Trotuș mine at a depth of 240 m. Also in this mine is one of the few places of worship in Romania, which were built in the salt pans and dedicated to St. Varvara.

The salt mine is still used today for the extraction, processing and marketing of salt in Romania and abroad. Between 90,000 and 120,000 tons of salt are extracted annually.

Salina Târgu Ocna is one of the oldest salt mines in Romania and is mentioned in documents from 1502 and listed as a salt extraction area since at least 1353.

Other salt mines in Romania:
Salina Turda, Cluj county
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/turda-salt-mine/
Praid Salina, Harghita county
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/praid-salt-mine/
Salina Slanic, Prahova county
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/slanic-prahova…/

Carturesti Carusel is much more than just a “bookstore”. Located in the historic center of Bucharest, it is spread over six (6) floors, with a total area of 1,000 m2.

A bistro on the top floor, a multimedia room in the basement and a contemporary art gallery on the first floor invite you to browse, browse, linger and also shop.

The elegant 19th-century building came into the possession of the famous Chrissoveloni banking family in 1903, then was confiscated during the communist period and converted into a shop. After 1990, the building was brought back to life by current owner Jean Chrissoveloni, in collaboration with Square One architects.

Images from June 2022 that make you want to take many, many vacations ⛱

Thank you for permission to use these images Mr. Emil Antohi.

Everyone knows Constanța’s beach on the Black Sea, Mamaia and the many places around it.

But the city has much more to offer than sun and sand… here you can find history(s) dating back centuries.

Find out more about the city:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/destinations-romania-constanta/

Prislop Monastery is located near the village of Silvasu de Sus in Hunedoara County.

The monastery church dates back to the 16th century. In 1564, the monastery was built by Zamfira, the daughter of Moise Vodă from Wallachia.

In the 17th century, St. John of Prislop lived here. In the 18th century it was a Greek-Catholic monastery. In the 19th century it was almost abandoned and administered by a few priests. Bishop Demetriu Radu restored the monastery in 1901. After 1975 the monastery was rebuilt as an Orthodox monastery with a community of nuns.

Thanks to Go Hunedoara (photos: Grec Laurențiu) for permission to use these images (June 2022).

Gropșoarele Mountain (Peak) is located in the Ciucaș Mountains in the center of Romania, Muntenia region. The peak reaches an altitude of 1,883 meters.

The Ciucaș Mountains are a mountain range located in the northern part of Prahova county, on the border with Brasov county. The highest peak/mountain is Varful Ciucaș, at 1,954 meters. Other peaks include Mount Gropșoare at 1,883 meters, Mount Tigaile Mari at 1,844 meters and Mount Zaganu at 1,817 meters.

Photo source: Destinația Anului

Romania and its regions presented on 52 pages in German and four other languages in pdf format.

Download here:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/holiday-destinations-in-romania/

We are pleased to offer for download the official brochure of the Romanian Ministry of Tourism. The brochure is available in German, English, Romanian, French, Spanish, Romanian and French.

Please go / scroll down a little bit on the above mentioned website and then click on the appropriate flag (to select the language) to the right of the word “Download:”!

Visit and experience the Danube Delta, the town of Sulina and the beautiful Black Sea beaches.

https://discover-sulina.com | https://urlaub-im-donaudelta.de

Plan your holiday at the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig, just a few kilometers east of Sibiu.

https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/en/home/

The village of Freck (the German name for Avrig), which was probably founded by Transylvanian Saxons as early as the 12th century, was first mentioned in a document in 1364 and is definitely worth a visit. From here you can explore Sibiu, the Kerz Monastery (Carta Monastery), the Făgăraș Mountains and many, many wonderful destinations in the surrounding area.

The Brukenthal Palace’s in-house restaurant and historic Café (open daily between 8:00 and 22:00) is also always worth a visit .

Room availability / reservation:
https://www.secure-hotel-booking.com/smart/Palatul-Brukenthal/JSWM/ro/#/RoomSelection

In the county of Maramureș and in many places in Romania, the nights are still starry

There are many areas in Romania that have no or only a small amount of natural daylight (key word: light pollution) and where at night you can still see stars upon stars.

Image: Theodor Vasile

The fortified church of Richis is located in the commune of Biertan, Sibiu county and was built as a monastery in the second half of the 14th century (14th century: 01.01.1301 – 31.12.1400).

Around 1400, this monastery was transformed into a fortified Catholic church and completed in 1451 (photo).

Today, the visitor encounters an Evangelical Lutheran church, a real treasure that gradually reveals itself to the eye of the visitor. The interior of the church is rich in unique zoomorphic (representations in the shape of animals) and vegetal motifs.

Thanks Your Guide in Transylvania for permission to use these images.

This church / fortified church is located in the commune of Biertan (in German Birthälm, in Hungarian Berethalom) in the county of Sibiu, Transylvania.

Biertan belongs to the first German-Saxon settlements and was mentioned in documents as early as 1398 (other sources: 1402).

Like any Saxon settlement, it is characterized by the cluster of houses around a central square surmounted by the imposing church-church.

Between 1572 and 1867, Biertan was the seat of the Saxon bishopric (episcopal see of the Protestant A.B. Church), which encouraged the building of one of the largest farming communities in Transylvania around this fortified church. It is a medieval and architectural treasure in Romania, definitely worth a visit.

Thanks Your Guide in Transylvania for permission to use this image.

Visit the second edition of the SLOW FOOD Festival in Berca, near the city of Buzău, on Saturday and Sunday, June 10 and 11, 2023.

Savor regional delicacies and take them home .

The Slow Food Festival will take place in the Piata (market) Artizanilor (square) in the town of Berca. As soon as you see the Berca monastery or arrive in town, turn left just after the bridge and continue for about 200 meters. Open between 10:00 and 18:00 and on Sundays between 10:00 and 17:00.

Images: First edition of the festival on May 6/7

O’zapft it is! Or, more accurately, it will be soon!

The date is now official, and from August 31 to September 10, 2023, the Romanian Oktoberfest will take place in Brasov.

And for those who prefer not to travel by car, the airport Brasov-Ghimbav will start operating these days. With direct flights from Munich, Stuttgart and Nuremberg.

Rucăr Bran Pass, also called Bran Pass, is a mountain pass connecting Brasov and Arges counties.

It offers spectacular natural views and landscapes, including the Bucegi Mountains in the Southern Carpathians.

Thanks to Mrs Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

Why only visit a vampire in the castle when he seems to like camping too.

https://vampirecamping.ro/

Thanks to Mr. Uwe Tauber for this photo and for the information about this campsite, which he visited these days. His personal appraisal: “The owners are very friendly, the site is well equipped and the sanitary facilities are clean and well maintained.”

You will find WLAN, telephone, electrical connections, gas cylinders, plumbing and more …

In a month’s time (01.07) it is expected to reopen… Romania’s road… Transfăgărășanul.

It crosses Balea Lake at over 2,000 meters and is an important route over the Făgăraș Mountains.

Images: Sokol Eugeniu, Cristian Airinei, Gints Gailis

The city of Iași is located in northeastern Romania.

Images of the Botanical Garden, which invites you to linger, rest and relax.

Images: Vlad Binzaru, E.L.P.

The Sambetei Valley is located in the Southern Carpathians of Romania, in the Făgăraș Mountains (in Romanian Munții Făgăraș).

The Făgăraș Mountains (also called Făgărașului Mountains) are located west of the city of Brasov (Kronstadt) and are crossed by the Transfăgărășan High Road (Transfăgărășan).

Those wishing to reach the valley should be prepared for a longer hike (about 5-6 hours). The difficulty level is easy, but the round trip is about 17 km. You will be rewarded with beautiful scenery and lots and lots of nature.

Thanks to Vlad Țepeș – Dracula (photo: @horoba_aurelian) for permission to use this image.

Timisoara, European Capital of Culture 2023 is decorating itself in summer, like many cities in the Romanian hinterland, in many different ways and colors.

We don’t know what it will look like in Timisoara this year, this photo was taken a year ago, in June 2022, in the city of Timisoara.

Thanks to Mrs. Teodora Mocanu for permission to use this photo.

The Danubias Rottweiler Club organizes the Rottweiler Breed Competition – KLUBWINNER ROMANIA 2023 on 3 June 2023 in the garden of the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig.

https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/en/home/

The competition will start at 10.00, with dogs entered from Serbia, Bulgaria, Moldova, Sweden and Romania. The competition will be judged by Prof. Dr. Peter Friedrich – President of the VDE Germany – and will include beauty trials by age and gender (male/female).

The gardens of Brukenthal Castle are waiting for guests and participants to spend a wonderful Saturday with their beloved companions. Entry is free.

Sovata is a spa resort and a small town in Mures county, also known as the “Pearl of the Transylvanian Spa Resorts” and famous for its lakes, unique in the world.

Sovata has been a recognized European all-season spa town since 1850. The lakes with chlorine and sodium water – as well as the mud – have therapeutic properties for the relief of a wide range of ailments.

Image source: Destinația Anului

The construction of the Nicolae Romanescu Park in Craiova (Dolj County) was designed and started in 1898, after Nicolae Romanescu was elected mayor.

The French architect in charge of the project was Édouard Redont, who designed the park, which was built between 1898 and 1903.
The park is considered the largest nature park in Eastern Europe. It was laid out in a romantic style, a synthesis of landscape architecture and painting.

Thanks to the photographer Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

June 1, Children’s Day (World Children’s Day) is a day of celebration in Romania, as in many other countries of the world.

We wish all children, young and old, a wonderful, eventful and happy day… and that we adults never forget that not only today, but in fact every day of the year should be a day for our children!