Soimos is a place in western Romania, which belongs to the small town of Lipova in Arad County. Its most striking feature is the medieval castle ruin located high above the Mures Valley.

To visit the castle ruins, you have to climb a hill about 250 meters high, located to the east of the village. The oldest part of the castle is the keep, and the courtyard covers an area of 35 × 22 meters. On the north side of the Renaissance wing, there is still a balcony, known as the Isabella Balcony, named after Isabella Jagiellonica, who lived here from 1541. In the southern part of the complex, there is a knight’s room and a chapel.

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

Pictures: Mariana Anatoneag, pixabay, mary1826

Nadlac, in Slovak Nadlak. Border town in Romania, located in Arad County. The largest minority in the town are the Slovaks. The evangelical church is the largest in the area and has a very vibrant community life.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (April 2025) and the accompanying text / explanation.

Șiria (in Hungarian Világos, in German Hellburg) is a commune in Arad County.

On the territory of today’s commune, there was already a settlement called “Villa Siri” in 1169. Vilagosvar was mentioned in documents in 1326, referring to the Vilagos fortress, today the Șiria castle ruins.

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

Today, the castle ruins are a popular excursion destination 🥰

Photos: Iuliu Illes

The city of Arad was first mentioned in 1078 and has a rich cultural and historical heritage, featuring architectural styles from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

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In addition to numerous cultural events held throughout the year, visitors can discover a large number of art and historical monuments in and around Arad, as well as buildings in the Baroque, Renaissance, Eclectic, Classical, Neo-Gothic, and Secession styles.

We thank Mr Liviu Jakob (facebook.com/leaveu.jacobs) for the pictures from June 2026 and for granting permission to use them. Thank you 🥰

The city of Arad was first mentioned in 1078 and has a rich cultural and historical heritage, featuring architectural styles from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de | https://welcome-to-romania.com

In addition to numerous cultural events held throughout the year, visitors can discover a large number of art and historical monuments in and around Arad, as well as buildings in the Baroque, Renaissance, Eclectic, Classical, Neo-Gothic, and Secession styles.

We thank Mr Liviu Jakob (facebook.com/leaveu.jacobs) for the pictures from June 2026 and for granting permission to use them. Thank you 🥰

Wildly romantic for some, hard work with many hardships for others—in the Apuseni Mountains, both come together. Who is happier... everyone must decide for themselves. More does not always mean better... at least not when it comes to one’s own satisfaction.

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

We thank the photographer Gerd Deeken for allowing us to use these pictures.

Siria (in Hungarian Világos, in German Hellburg) is a commune in Arad County.

On the territory of the current commune, there was already a settlement called "Villa Siri" in 1169. Documentarily, Világosvár was mentioned in 1326, referring to the Világos fortress, today the ruins of Siria fortress.

An important part of Siria's history is the story of the fortress ruins from the 13th century. In 1444, the fortress briefly came into the possession of John Hunyadi, and in the second half of the 15th century, it passed to Matthias Corvinus. For strategic reasons, the Habsburg army destroyed the fortress in 1784.

Today, the fortress ruins are a popular excursion destination 🥰

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from a few days ago (end of September 2025).

Pictures from August 2026 from Oradea (in German Großwardein, in Hungarian Nagyvarad), the capital of Bihor County and city of Art Nouveau in northwestern Romania.

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We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures.

The Maria Radna Pilgrimage Church in Lipova, known as Lippa in German, is located in the historic region of Banat. The basilica was built in the 18th century. Catholic believers from Banat (Germans, Hungarians, Slovaks, Bulgarians, and Czechs) regularly come here on pilgrimage. The altar contains the miraculous image, which remained unharmed when the previous church was destroyed by fire.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (from early August 2026) and the accompanying text / explanation.

The city of Arad was first mentioned in 1078 and has a rich cultural and historical heritage with architectural styles from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

In addition to a wide range of cultural events throughout the year, visitors will find a large number of art and historical monuments, as well as buildings in Baroque, Renaissance, eclectic, Classical, Neo‑Gothic, or Secession (Art Nouveau) styles in and around Arad.

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from a few days ago (end of September 2025).

The city of Arad was first mentioned in 1078 and has a rich cultural and historical heritage with architectural styles from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

In addition to a wide range of cultural events throughout the year, visitors will find a large number of art and historical monuments, as well as buildings in Baroque, Renaissance, eclectic, Classical, Neo‑Gothic, or Secession (Art Nouveau) styles in and around Arad.

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from a few days ago (end of September 2025).

A wonderful journey by bicycle through Romania in the summer of a previous year. The part presented here passes through the counties of Arad, Timiș, and Caraș-Severin.

The route: Nadlac (in the west, border with Hungary) > Arad > Lipova (the bridge, a bit adventurous) > Timisoara (in German Temeswar) > Pischia (in German Bruckenau) > Moravita > Gradinari.

We thank Mr. Franz Bauer for granting permission to use these pictures. In the summer of 2021, he visited almost all of Romania by bicycle, and we have reported and will continue to report on this journey.

Events and information from the town of Radauti – there is plenty to experience. If you are nearby, it is definitely worth adding it to your itinerary 🥰

Radauti is once again dressed for celebration and warmly invites you to one of the city's most beautiful and representative events: the Radauti City Days and the 33rd International Folklore Festival “Arcanul”, taking place from June 29 to July 5, 2026.

For one week, our town will become a meeting place for tradition, culture, faith, and the joy of being together. The program begins on June 29 with the religious procession in honor of Saint Leontius of Radauti, a moment of profound spiritual significance for the entire community.

From July 3 to 5, Radauti will host the International Folklore Festival “Arcanul”, a prestigious event bringing together folklore ensembles from Romania, the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine, Poland, Serbia, Greece, Türkiye, Algeria, and Portugal. The traditional costume parade, folklore performances, and artistic shows by the guest groups will transform the town into a true capital of traditions and multiculturalism.

The artistic program for the City Days will feature performers loved by audiences of all ages. On Saturday, July 4, Cleopatra Stratan and Lidia Buble will perform, while on Sunday, July 5, Melina, What’s UP, and 3 Sud Est will take the stage, promising two evenings full of entertainment, emotion, and energy.

The celebrations will also include the sports competition “Micul Trialist”, aimed at young cycling enthusiasts and promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

We warmly invite you to celebrate with us the identity, values, and beauty of our community. Let us enjoy the traditions, culture, music, and the authentic spirit of Radauti together.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Radauti City Days 2026!

The posters were designed by Doru Clipa and Ștefan Țibu, to whom we extend our sincere thanks.

Text / Images: Primăria Municipiului Rădăuți

Siria (in Hungarian Világos, in German Hellburg) is a commune in Arad County.

On the territory of the current commune, there was already a settlement called "Villa Siri" in 1169. Documentarily, Világosvár was mentioned in 1326, referring to the Világos fortress, today the ruins of Siria fortress.

An important part of Siria's history is the story of the fortress ruins from the 13th century. In 1444, the fortress briefly came into the possession of John Hunyadi, and in the second half of the 15th century, it passed to Matthias Corvinus. For strategic reasons, the Habsburg army destroyed the fortress in 1784.

Today, the fortress ruins are a popular excursion destination 🥰

The city of Arad was first mentioned in 1078 and has a rich cultural and historical heritage with architectural styles from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

In addition to a variety of cultural events throughout the year, visitors will find a large number of art and historical monuments, as well as buildings in Baroque, Renaissance, Eclectic, Classic, Neo-Gothic, or Secession style in and around Arad.

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from a few days ago (end of September 2025).