A look inside Bran Castle (in German Törzburg), the home castle of Dracula 😊

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According to the main character of the book "Dracula" by the Irish author Bram Stoker, Bran Castle is considered "the home" of this vampire. This is not really true, but from a tourist perspective, Bran Castle is one of the best-developed attractions in Romania. Especially in the summer months, buses bring visitors from almost every nationality in the world to this place.

Visit Brasov and experience the flair and many facets of a wonderful city in Transylvania.

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The village of Poiana Brașov (in German: Schulerau) is located above the city of Brașov (Kronstadt) at the foot of Postăvarul Mountain (in German: Schuler, altitude 1,799 meters), which marks the border between the Southern and Eastern Carpathians.

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Many leisure activities in both summer and winter await visitors in and around Poiana Brașov.

We thank Poiana Brașov / Romania for allowing us to use these images.

Experience Kronstadt in summer, enjoy the old town and the wonderful nature around you. Visit the zoo, the adventure park, the apark, the malls ( shopping centers ) and even the opera and much more ...

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The site is available in seven languages ( 7 ):
German, English, Romanian, French, Hebrew, Hungarian and Spanish

The commune of Ungra (in German: Galt, in Hungarian: Ugra) is located in Brașov County and consists of the two villages Dăișoara and Ungra.

Ungra is situated about 10 km from Rupea, on the right bank of the Olt River.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these pictures (photos from early August 2024).

The fortress of Brasov (in German Kronstadt) is a fortification built in the 15th century on Straja Hill (Castle Hill) to repel enemy attacks.

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Throughout its history, it has been attacked and rebuilt time and again, and was even an important point of defense during the First World War. Originally, there was only the fortress tower. From 1630-1631 the outer fortress was built. The horseshoe-shaped central tower has three floors and served several purposes over the centuries: it was used as a storehouse, was a prison for Turkish prisoners in the 18th century, and was also used as a fortress.

In the 18th century it was a prison for Turkish prisoners and later, during the plague, a special ward was set up for the sick.

Photos from the end of September 2023 (CR)

There are over 160 fortified churches in the region of Transylvania, one of which is Weidenbach / Ghimbav.

The settlement was founded in the 13th century by the Teutonic Order in the 15th century. by rebuilding a Romanesque predecessor building a Gothic basilica. During the fortification with a ring and five defense towers, a canine and a pit were later built, and the church tower was equipped with gaps. After the destruction of 1658, the church was rebuilt in its old form, but the nave vault was not built until 1775. From the Gothic construction phase, in addition to the composition of the floor plan of...

Learn more about this fortified church:
https://kirchenburgen.org/location/weidenbach-ghimbav/

Overview of all 160 fortified churches:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/fortified-churches/

On the way from Sibiu to Brașov lies the city of Făgăraș. At the end of the 12th century, the city's castle was only a wooden fortress, which was expanded into a stone fortress in the 14th century.

The castle houses a museum, which can be visited along with the fortress. Right next to the fortress is the cathedral / church of Saint John the Baptist.

Cetatea Făgărașului / Făgăraș / Siebenbürgen

Rupea Fortress (German: Repser Burg) is located near the town of Rupea (Reps), about 50 km from Brasov – on the way to Targu Mures – and is one of the oldest fortresses on Romanian territory.

Built in the 11th century, the fortress is the symbol of Rupea. Situated high above the town on Cohalm Hill (578 meters), it is visible from afar. It was first documented in 1324, when the Saxons rebelled against the King of Hungary.

Rupea Citadel / Rupea / Siebenbürgen

The village of Viscri (in German: Deutsch-Weisskirch, in Hungarian: Szaszfeheregyhaza) is located in Brașov County in Transylvania.

It lies northwest of the town/citadel of Rupea and southeast of the city of Sighișoara. Between the 18th and 20th centuries, the village had about 700 inhabitants, mainly Transylvanian Saxons and a Romanian village section. Viscri is notable for its fortified church and the typical Saxon village layout.

The village was founded by Transylvanian Saxons at the end of the 12th century and was first mentioned in documents in 1185. At the northwest end of the village stands the fortified church.

In the 12th century, before the German settlers arrived, the Székelys (a Hungarian-speaking ethnic group in eastern Transylvania) built a small Romanesque hall church here. In the 13th century, it was expanded. After the first Turkish incursions, the church was fortified in the 14th century, and a defensive wall with towers was built.

We thank photographer Brian Randall for the permission to use these pictures (early September 2021).

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia, which lies on the route from Bucharest to Brasov (and of course vice versa), in the Prahova Valley, framed by the Bucegi Mountains.

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We thank Mr. Georg Schenk and https://www.instagram.com/romania_ig/ for allowing us to use these pictures.

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

As early as 1204, Șinca Veche was mentioned in a letter from Pope Innocent III.

The cave church of Șinca Veche is also known by the names: the Temple of Fulfilled Prayers, the Temple of the Fates, the Cave Monastery, and the Monastery Cave (templul împlinirii rugăciunii, templul ursitelor, mănăstirea rupestră, peștera mănăstire).

Bran Castle (German name: Törzburg) is located on the so-called Dietrichstein rock, in the town of Bran, Transylvania region, Brașov County.

We thank Castelul Bran for permission to use this image.

About 20 km from Brașov (Kronstadt), on the way to Bran, lies Râșnov (in German Rosenau).

A small town with about 15,000 inhabitants, a fortress with a wonderful view, and a Dino Park. The ideal destination for a visit with the whole family.

Photos: mid-June 2020

About halfway from Sibiu (Hermannstadt) to Brasov (Kronstadt) lies the city of Fagaras (Fogarasch or Fugreschmarkt).

At the end of the 12th century, the castle was only a wooden fortress, which was expanded into a stone fortress in the 14th century. The castle houses a museum, which, like the castle itself, can be visited.

We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula (Photo: Carpathian Mountains) for allowing us to use this picture.

About 35 km from the city of Brasov, to the northeast in the direction of Sfântu Gheorghe, lies the bear-watching site Medveles találkozóhely in Covasna County. And yes, the name doesn’t just sound Hungarian – it actually is Hungarian... because in this part of Romania, although deep in the east of Transylvania, the main spoken language is Hungarian.

Info and more (in English)
https://medveles.hu/en/programs/tourist-bear-watching

According to current estimates, about 8,000 to 10,000 brown bears live in the forests and mountains of the Romanian Carpathians / Transylvania. If you have ever wanted to come face to face with a bear in a safe way, this is your chance. The bear-watching site offers visitors and photographers guided, professional experiences, including many activities – from bear observation to off-road tours.

We thank Observator de ursi for allowing us to use these wonderful images.

Harman Municipality (in German: Honigberg) is located in the historic region of Burzenland, approx. 12 kilometers northeast of the city of Brașov (Kronstadt).

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

More information and more images:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/the-fortress-of-harman/

Visit Kronstadt (Brașov) and experience the charm and diverse facets of a wonderful city in Transylvania.

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Visit Kronstadt (Brașov) and experience the charm and diverse facets of a wonderful city in Transylvania.

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Rupea Castle is located near the town of Rupea (in German: Reps), approx. 50 km from Brasov (Kronstadt) - on the way to Targu Mures - and is one of the oldest castles on Romanian territory.

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The castle was built in the 11th century and is the landmark of the town of Rupea (Reps). High above the town on Kohalm Hill (578 meters), it can be seen from afar. It was first mentioned in documents in 1324, when the Saxons fought against the King of Hungary.

Pictures May 2024

This year, the Pentecost holidays coincide. And if you are still looking for a "nice spot / restaurant" for the holidays, here in the Valley of the Fairies you are in exactly the right place. Open daily from 10:00 to 22:00, reservation required!

Menu and table reservation (ro / en):
https://www.valeazanelor.ro

Castelul de Lut Valea Zanelor is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brasov) in the village of Porumbacu de Sus.

Pure relaxation, being pampered with delicious meals made from local produce, a swimming pool and yet adventure all around.

https://conaculgrigorescu.com (German website, German-speaking hosts)

Grigorescu Manor (Buzău county, near the village of Berca) offers a family atmosphere and is centrally located in the triangle Bucharest - Brasov - Danube Delta. It is also a perfect starting point for trips to the Dealu Mare wine region or for hiking and sports adventures in the UNESCO Buzău Geopark.

Bran Castle (in German: Törzburg) is located in the Transylvania region, in Brașov County.

Regardless of whether Dracula (if he ever existed 😁) or his "human" counterpart (Vlad III Draculea, Vlad the Impaler) lived here or not... the castle and the entire region are definitely worth a visit.

We thank Castelul Bran for the permission to use these images.

Măgura is a village in Brașov County and part of the Moieciu commune. It is located on the eastern side of the Piatra Craiului Mountains, about six kilometers west of Bran Castle.

We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula (photos @claudiu_alxd) for the permission to use these images.

Once a popular excursion spot, today a beautiful restaurant (open daily from 10:00 to 22:00, reservation required) in the Valley of the Fairies.

Menu and table reservation (ro / en):
https://www.valeazanelor.ro

Castelul de Lut Valea Zanelor is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brasov) in the village of Porumbacu de Sus.

The Sphinx (in Romanian Sfinxul) is a natural rock formation located in the Bucegi Mountains*, at an altitude of approximately 2,215 meters.

*The Bucegi Mountains are located south of the city of Brașov, on the eastern edge of the Southern Carpathians in Romania.

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Beautiful pictures from the Transylvania region in Romania ... Places & impressions

‘Blue’ hour in Sighisoara / Schässburg | gorge / rock Rapa Rosie | sheep in the ethnological museum Astra in Sibiu | Salina / salt mine Turda | Kronstadt / Brasov | view from Bran / the Törzburg | bear reserve Zarnesti | alley in Bucharest.

We would like to thank Julia ( instagram.com/jules_the_municorn ) for sending us these pictures.

Once a popular excursion spot, today a beautiful restaurant (open daily from 10:00 to 22:00, reservation required) in the Valley of the Fairies.

Menu and table reservation (ro / en):
https://www.valeazanelor.ro

Castelul de Lut Valea Zanelor is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brasov) in the village of Porumbacu de Sus.

A picture from early May 2025 with a view of Bran Castle (in German Törzburg), the home castle of Dracula 😊

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According to the main character of the book "Dracula" by the Irish author Bram Stoker, the castle is considered "the home" of this vampire. It's not really true, but from a tourist perspective, Bran Castle is one of the most developed attractions in Romania. Buses bring, especially in the summer months, almost every nationality in the world to this place.