The village of Viscri (German: Deutsch-Weisskirch, Hungarian: Szaszfeheregyhaza) is located in the district of Brasov (Kronstadt) in Transylvania.

It lies northwest of the town/castle of Rupea (German: Reps) and southeast of the town of Sighișoara (German: Schäßburg). The village had about 700 inhabitants between the 18th and 20th centuries, mainly Transylvanian Saxons, plus a Romanian part of the village. Viscri is characterised both by the fortified church and the village structure, which was shaped by Saxon farms.

The village was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons at the end of the 12th century and was first mentioned in a document from 1185. The fortified church stands at the north-western end of the village.

We would like to thank "Schnuff" 😊 and his biker friends, who showed us a lot of new things in and about Romania on their motorcycle trip in August 2023.

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.

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Brasov (in German Kronstadt) is probably the best-known city (after Bucharest) in Romania. It is located in the historical region of Transylvania, on the northern side of the Carpathian Mountains, close to the famous castle of Count Dracula... Bran, known in German as Törzburg.

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The picture shows a part of the city from above; the cable car goes up the city's "home mountain," which is especially famous worldwide for the "BRASOV" sign.

A beautiful shot of the fortified church / peasant fortress of Tartlau in Prejmer (Tartlau), Brasov County, in the Transylvania region.

The construction of the church in the center of the complex was probably started in 1218 by the Teutonic Order, which, however, was expelled from the region in 1225. Under the Cistercian monastery of Cârța, the construction was then continued. A special feature of the inventory is the late Gothic winged altar from the mid-15th century.

We thank Mrs. Daniela and Mr. Gerhard Zitzmann for the permission to use this picture.

Pictures from early May 2025 from Brasov / Kronstadt.

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Kronstadt (Brașov) is worth a visit at any time of the year: spring, summer, autumn, or even winter. Many attractions await, such as the Black Church, a wonderful old town / the heart of Brașov, Mount Tampa with the famous "Brașov" sign, the Poiana Brașov district, and much more.

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We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks! 🥰

Bran Castle (in German Törzburg), the "Home of Dracula" 😊

In line with the main character of the book "Dracula" by Irish author Bram Stoker, Bran Castle is regarded as the "home" of this vampire. This isn't entirely true, but from a tourist perspective, Bran Castle is one of the most developed attractions in Romania. Buses bring nearly every nationality in the world to this place, especially during the summer months.

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures of their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Thank you very much 🥰

Always worth a visit / a trip and... simply beeeeeautiful!!! 🥰

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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.

We are following the Zitzmann family through Romania, who not only allowed us to use the photos from their trip (end of September 2023), but also to share their experiences and stories. Thank you 🥰

"Romania, day 14, today is the day of the fortified churches in Transylvania, where there are and were many Saxon Germans. Fortified churches could shelter the inhabitants of entire villages during attacks. Each family received a small chamber. In one of the fortified churches, there were over 200 such chambers. There was also a school, weaving workshop, etc. inside, because the villages were often besieged for a long time... very interesting to see, at some fortified churches we were allowed to climb up to the tower on adventurous paths. Without any safety precautions, something that would be impossible in Austria. They just say: be careful, steep steps. 🙂 When you stand under a bell supported by rotten wooden beams, you better not think about it. Another day with many new impressions. 🙂"

Thanks to Gerhard and Daniela Zitzmann for the photos and text.

Rasnov is located about 20 km from Brasov (Kronstadt), on the way to the village / castle of Bran.

Rasnov is a small town with about 15 thousand inhabitants. inhabitants, a fortress and a dinosaur park. The castle was built in the 14th century on the limestone cliffs above the town. The Dinopark Rasnov is located only 200 meters from the back of the fortress (referring to the picture). So nothing stands in the way of a wonderful family day out.

Also yesterday (June 26, 2025) on the itinerary / tour of the motorcycle friends through Romania, now in Transylvania / Siebenbürgen... Bran, Törzburg... the home of Dracula 🧛‍♂️😅

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Once again, our heartfelt thanks to the photographers for sending the pictures and for allowing us to use them.

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 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:
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Overview of all 160 fortified churches:
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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).

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.