Mediaș is a medieval town in the heart of Transylvania with a peaceful and charming atmosphere. The fortified church and other Gothic and Baroque buildings attracts numerous visitors. Surrounded by picturesque landscapes, Mediaș is an enchanting town.

Just 4 kilometres from Sibiu, in the Dumbrava Sibiului Nature Reserve, lies the ASTRA Museum of Traditional Civilisation, Europe’s largest open-air ethnographic exhibition. Covering an area of 96 hectares, this open-air museum is an ideal place for preserving the authentic Romanian spirit – a living museum that hosts numerous traditional events: festivals, fairs, craft workshops and much more

In the south of Transylvania, you will find the perfect place to spend your holiday or escape everyday life for a while. In the middle of the baroque park of Samuel von Brukenthal’s summer residence in Freck (Avrig), modern guest rooms and VIP rooms have been furnished for you, as well as a flat in the orangery.

Summer | Sun and Pirate Ship / Beach Club Avrig / Freck. Bathing fun close to Sibiu / Hermannstadt in Transylvania. The new leisure and entertainment offer completes the offer of Brukenthal Palace in Avrig – sunbathing and pirate ship relaxation areas are waiting for you to spend even more fun at our location! Beach Club Avrig (Pirate Ship) opposite Brukenthal Palace in Avrig is the perfect solution for the hot summer.

The Transalpina, also known as Drum național 67C (Romanian for national road), is an important tourist road in Romania. It crosses part of the Carpathian Mountains (also known as the Transylvanian Alps) and connects Gorj County in Little Wallachia with Alba Iulia County in Transylvania. The Transalpina reaches an altitude of up to 2,140 metres.

The Bâlea Waterfall, also known as ‘Urlătoarea Bâlei’, is located in the Făgăraș Mountains, between the peaks of Moldoveanu and Negoiu, at an altitude of over 1,200 metres. At this remarkable location, the road passes directly by the waterfall and is a magical route that connects the historic regions of Wallachia and Transylvania in a spectacular mountain landscape.

The Făgăraș Mountains are located in the Southern Carpathian mountain range in Romania. The ridge is about 70 km long and 40 km wide. The mountain range covers an area of almost 2,000 square kilometers and rises with Mount Moldoveanu (west of Brașov) at an altitude of 2,544 meters.

Bâlea Lake is 360 m long, 46,508 m2 in surface and 11.35 m deep, formed in the Bâlea Glacial Caldera in the Făgăraș Mountains and is located at elevation 2034 on the Transfăgărășan road. 1993 is the year in which the lake and 180 hectares around it are declared a nature reserve.

A magical road… this is the road among the mountains of Făgăraş, which starts from the town of Bascov, Argeş county, and ends near the town of Cârțișoara, Sibiu county. You are simply breathless, speechless and deeply impressed by this whole enclosure. It seems unreal so much beauty and certainly any moment spent in this area enters your soul, leaving your mind full of wonderful memories.

Biertan, one of the largest and most important Saxon fortified churches, impresses with the complexity of its defensive system. Built between the 14th and 16th centuries, it was the residence of the evangelical bishop and includes towers, double walls, and refuge rooms, symbolizing power and faith in Transylvania.

The late Gothic fortified church of Saschiz was built at the end of the 15th century and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. It impresses with its massive defensive tower, a Baroque altar from Vienna, an organ from 1788, and fine wood carvings – a remarkable testament to Saxon craftsmanship.

The fortified church of Alma Vii was expanded in the 16th century into a defensive complex with thick walls, striking guard towers, and an inhabitable bell tower perched on a ridge above the village. The combination of Gothic style and defensive features makes it a remarkable example of Saxon military architecture in the Sibiu region.

The fortified church of Richiș was built in the 14th century and is surrounded by mighty protective walls with two defensive towers. The basilica impresses with intricate carvings, richly decorated altar furnishings, and symbolic details. The most important construction phase was documented in 1451, while fortifications were added around 1500. The fortified church is an outstanding testament to medieval architecture and religious culture in the Mediaș region.

Founded in the 13th century, the Cârța Cistercian Monastery is a landmark of Gothic art in Romania. Its ruins still retain the charm of the past and evoke monastic life dedicated to prayer and work. Located in a picturesque natural setting, the monastery symbolizes medieval Christian history.

Built in the 13th century, the fortified church of Șeica Mare impresses with its powerful walls and well-preserved towers. Inside, original furnishings and valuable decorations give the structure significant cultural value.

The Gothic fortified church of Șeica Mică dates from the 14th century and features a sophisticated defense system. It served the Saxon community as a place of refuge. The interior still holds precious original elements and tells the story of a resilient and deeply faithful community.

The fortified church of Agnita was originally built in the 13th century as a basilica and gradually expanded into an impressive fortified complex. In the 15th and 16th centuries, it was equipped with loopholes, towers, and a defensive choir. Thanks to its Gothic architecture and winged altar, it is a popular destination for culture enthusiasts and families.

The fortified church of Dealu Frumos (Schönberg) was built in the 13th century and expanded continuously over the centuries. This impressive structure combines sacred architecture with the characteristic defensive elements of the region. Built by the Saxon community, it offered the population secure refuge during enemy attacks. The interior preserves valuable original furnishings and paintings.

The fortified church in Stejărișu (Probstdorf) was built in the 14th century as a hall church and expanded in the 15th century into a Gothic fortified complex. It is notable for its sturdy walls and defensive towers, including the characteristic “bacon tower” (Speckturm). The site served as a refuge for villagers during times of war and today stands as a significant testament to the Saxon traditions of Transylvania.

The Carpenters’ Tower of Hermannstadt / Sibiu (in Romanian: Tourul Dulgherilor) was built in the 14th century by the Saxon carpenters’ guild of Hermannstadt. The tower was part of the third fortification belt of the town and is today the left tower of the still preserved defence and fortification wall. It is located on Fortress Street (Harteneckgasse, named after the mayor Johann Sachs von Harteneck).

The Brukenthal Palace at No. 4 Big Square is one of the most representative buildings in Sibiu. For the construction of the palace, a rectangular plan with an inner courtyard was chosen, emphasizing the first floor. The five most important rooms (the drawing room, reception rooms and cabinets) are located here on the street side, decorated with rich wallpaper and ornate woodwork and equipped with tiled stoves.

The Bridge of Lies is one of the most famous landmarks in the city. The bridge, made in 1859 in Friedrichshütte in Hesse, took the place of an older wooden bridge and is the first cast-iron bridge in what is now Romania. Because it was also the first bridge not to stand on pillars, it was called the “Liegebrücke”. It wasn’t far from “lying” to “lying”, so it was soon given the name “Bridge of Lies”, and various legends about the naming arose.

The Lutheran Cathedral from Sibiu, with its approximately 73-meter-high tower, is the largest medieval building in the region and one of the city’s most distinctive landmarks. It was built from the mid-14th century onwards on the foundations of an older Romanesque basilica. The church also houses the largest organ in Transylvania, which was constructed at the beginning of the 20th century.

This Roman Catholic parish church on the Great Square (Piața Mare) was built by the Jesuits between 1726 and 1733 in Viennese Baroque style and received its separate tower in 1738. With its modest façade, the Mary-and-Child altar, and remarkable stained-glass windows, it ranks among the most important Baroque churches in Transylvania.

Sibiu Airport is located just 3 kilometers west of the city center. It has expanded its flight offerings and connects Sibiu to several European cities. Direct flights include Milan, Rome, Madrid, Basel, Hamburg, Frankfurt Hahn, and Vienna. The airport has modern terminals and is well connected to the urban transport network.