View from the castle to the city – Râșnov
(31 August 2021)
Râșnov or Rîșnov (German: Rosenau) is a small town with a castle of the same name in Brasov (Kronstadt) county in Transylvania.
The castle, also known as a farmer’s castle, has(s) numerous houses, stables and a small church. It was built in the 14th century over the limestone cliff site. The castle was taken only once, by Gabriel Báthory around 1600. Between 1623 and 1640, an 80 deep (about 140 meters) castle well was built in the castle. The fountain was used until 1850, when it was abandoned due to a broken wheel. The castle itself is a listed building. In the forest adjacent to the castle is a dinosaur park with many life-size exhibits.
Sinaia – at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains
(31 August 2021)
Sinaia is a town in Prahova county, located in the Prahova river valley, which is surrounded by the Bucegi Mountains. From Sinaia (elevation above sea level: 767 to 860 meters above sea level) a cable car takes you to an altitude of 2,000 meters, and in winter there are several ski lifts.
Many tourist attractions can be found in and around Sinaia, such as B. Sinaia Monastery, Peles Castle and the smaller Pelesor Castle. But the Bucegi National Park, Caraiman Monastery and Cantacuzino Castle in the nearby town of Bușteni are also close to Sinaia.
Thank you Stefan Dee photos for permission to use these images.
Lake Tarnița in Cluj county
(31 August 2021)
Lake Tarnița is a reservoir in the Romanian county of Cluj between the municipalities of Râșca, Mărișel and Gilău west of the city of Cluj-Napoca. With an area of 2.15 square kilometers, a length of almost 9 km and a maximum depth of over 70 meters, it is a popular tourist and excursion destination. Find out more …
Thank you Your Guide in Transylvania for permission to use these wonderful images.
Oradea in north-western Romania
(30 August 2021)
The city of Oradea (German: Großwardein, Hungarian: Nagyvárad) lies at the eastern edge of the Great Hungarian Plain on the Crișul Repede River (German: Schnelle Kreisch), with the foothills of the Apuseni Mountains ending at the northeastern edge of the city. The city center is about 13 km from the Hungarian border.
The Castle of Oradea and therefore the city is strategically located at the opening of the Kreish Valley in the Great Hungarian Plain at an average elevation of 126 m. The river flows almost centrally through the city. From a geological point of view, the caves, some of which reach under the city, are remarkable, and the thermal springs in Băile (Bad) Felix have achieved a certain degree of fame.
Thanks to photographer Maciu Alexandru ( https://www.instagram.com/maciualexandru/ ) for permission to use these images.
Rupea Castle / Fortress
(30 August 2021)
Rupea Fortress (in German: Repser Burg) is located near the town of Rupea (in German: Reps), about 50 km from Brasov (Kronstadt) – on the road to Târgu Mureș – and is one of the oldest castles in Romania.
The castle was built in the 11th century and is the symbol of the town of Rupea (Reps). It can be seen from far above the town on Kohalmer Berg (578 meters). It is first mentioned in documents in 1324, when the Saxons fought against the King of Hungary.
Cluj-Napoca (Klausenburg)
(30 August 2021)
Located in northwest Romania and with its own airport, Cluj-Napoca is one of Romania’s largest cities. The city, called Klausenburg in German, is located in Transylvania and has around 450,000 inhabitants (current research as far as possible).
City of Brasov (Kronstadt)
(30 August 2021)
Timisoara – Victoriei Square
(29 August 2021)
Victoriei Square (former Opera Square) is one of the central squares of Timișoara (in German: Temeswar, Temeschwar and also Temeschburg). It is the place where Timișoara was declared Romania’s first free city on December 20, 1989 during the Romanian Revolution (the overthrow of Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu).
On opposite corners of the square are the Opera House to the north and the Metropolitan Cathedral (Cathedral of the Three Holy Hierarchs) to the south. From the Opera to the cathedral, the promenade on the right is called “Corso” and the one on the left is called “Surogat”. The square is surrounded by cultural institutions such as the Romanian Opera House, the National Theater, the Hungarian State Theater, the German State Theater, the Mitropolitan Cathedral, the Timiș cinema, the Banat Museum, art galleries and many more….
Thanks to the city of Timișoara for permission to use these images.
Botanical Garden in Cluj Napoca
(29 August 2021)
The Botanical Garden is located on an area of almost 14 hectares in the southern part of Cluj Napoca.
The Botanical Garden contains over 10,000 plant species from all over the world and is divided into several areas: ornamental plants, plant geography, systematics, economics and medicine. Romanian flora and vegetation are represented by plants from the regions of Transylvania, the Carpathian Mountains, Banat and other areas.
Thanks to the city of Cluj Napoca for permission to use these images.
Nature, nature and nature again
(29 August 2021)
Poiana Brasov, located right next to the city of Brasov (Kronstadt), offers visitors a wonderful time not only in winter. Enjoy walks, hikes and much more through nature and/or admire numerous excursion destinations in the surroundings (Bran Castle, Peles Castle, the city of Brasov (Kronstadt), Rasnov Castle (Rosenau), Rasnov Dinopark and many more…. ).
Thank you Poiana Brașov/ România for permission to use these images.
Poiana Brasov – photos from yesterday
(28 August 2021)
Poiana Brasov (German: Schulerau) is located above Brasov (Kronstadt) at the foot of Mount Puster (Schuler, 1799 m), which marks the border between the Southern and Eastern Carpathians.
In the quiet village of Poiana Brasov there is a ski resort of the same name with slopes and hiking trails in the Puster Mountains. An ice rink, an indoor leisure center and a sports complex for tubing and tobogganing are also available. In summer, hikers and cyclists can discover trails in the green mountains. Horseback riding is offered by several stables.
Thanks Poiana Brașov/ România for permission to use these images.
Lucian Blaga National Theater in Cluj Napoca
(28 August 2021)
The Lucian Blaga National Theatre is one of the most prestigious theater institutions in Romania. It shares the same building as the Romanian Opera. The theater was built between 1904 and 1906 and was part of the Kingdom of Hungary until 1919.
As the Romanian National Theater, it was officially opened on September 18, 1919 at the same time as the Romanian Opera and the Gheorghe Dima Academy of Music. The inaugural performance took place on December 1, 1919. Today, the National Theater of Cluj Napoca is one of the most important funding agencies for Romanian culture in Transylvania.
Thanks to the City of Cluj Napoca for permission to use these images.
Corvin Castle / Hunedoara
(28 August 2021)
or also called Hunyad Castle, is a medieval fortress in the city of Hunedoara and one of the most important monuments of Gothic architecture in Romania. Corvin is considered one of the most beautiful castles in the world and was included in the “30 most beautiful travel destinations in Europe” in 2020.
The castle is one of the most important secular (profane = “secular”, “non-religious”, “non-holy”, a building for secular purposes) buildings in Transylvania and was built on the remains of a 14th century fortification.
Learn more about the castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/the-castle…/
A summer excursion: Dracula’s Castle
(27 August 2021)
The castle was mentioned in a document by Count Dracula as early as 1377. There are many stories about Bran Castle (Bran Castle, Brasov County) and just as many movies have been made about it. It is a MUST-see, even if you – already upon arrival – somehow feel reminded of Neuschwanstein & Co. Bran Castle is by far the most developed tourist area in Romania and is also accessible by bus directly from Bucharest.
Best of (Part 2) – Wonderful Romania
(27 August 2021)
Well, such is life … something is successful and who is already the second part of it. Our first ‘Best of’ post from three days ago has been viewed by over 62,000 viewers so far, we’re delighted … and hence here’s part 2.
Merge again all over Romania with wonderful pictures. And it seems that the planned vacation of 3 – 5 years is not enough … there is so much more to see.
You can also visit us at:
https://www.xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/
https://events-romania.com
Thank you Vlad the Impaler – Dracula and Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.
Dinosaur World Transylvania – starting tomorrow !!
(27 August 2021)
Starting tomorrow, August 28, 2021, Dinosaur World Transylvania will open its doors. The park is set in beautiful nature in the foothills of the Retezat Mountains in Hunedoara county in western Romania.
Enjoy an extraordinary landscape, life-size and grandiose dinosaurs, a livestock farm with American bison, donkeys, deer and then … delicacies of fresh and tasty local produce, prepared according to traditional recipes.
Find out more about the park: Dinosaur World Transylvania
Thank you Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.
Vâltori in Brasov County
(26 August 2021)
La Vâltori in the municipality of Lisa is a traditional plant complex where clothing is still processed according to ancient historical methods. Facebook simply calls it a “laundry”, which – if you watch the video – seems to be somewhat right.
Here you can see a video about how clothes and linen were (and apparently still today for tourists) made and cleaned in the traditional way.
https://www.facebook.com/LaValtori/videos/297898067472011
We would like to thank La pas..prin România frumoasă for allowing us to use these images.
Off to Oktoberfest… Where? In Brasov
(26 August 2021)
Yes, I read that correctly… between September 02. and September 12, 2021 Oktoberfest Brasov (the German name for Brasov is Kronstadt) will take place. And as yes, it looks very, very Bavarian with Lederhosen, Dirndl & Co… almost ′′′ wia dahoam ′′ as the Germans from Bayer would say!
For anyone who wants to know more or maybe even wants to stop by. Program, reservation in the ′′′ Wiesen tent ′′ and more info here:
Oktoberfest Romania – Facebook | www.oktoberfestromania.ro
Curtea de Arges Cathedral
(26 August 2021)
A wonderful sight, 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 Adoration of the Assumption (Adormirii Maica Maica Domnului), the Mother of God. The cathedral is clad in light gray limestone. The interior is made of brick, plastered and decorated with frescoes.
Thank you Vlad Țepeș – Dracula for allowing us to use this image.
Salinele – Turda / Slanic Prahova / Praid
(25 August 2021)
Romania has a large number of salt mines, which are mostly open to visitors all year round. It is a special experience for the whole family and definitely recommended as a day trip.
Salina Turda, Cluj county | Praid Salina, Harghita county | Salina Slanic, Prahova county
By boat through Zaga Zaga
(25 August 2021 / Images: June 2021)
About 90 km from Galati, behind Tecuci in the Vrancea district, the Zaga Zaga Zaga resort is nestled in the Siret Delta. A private cottage by the water for relaxing, fishing right outside the front door, hanging among the trees in the climbing garden, lounging by the pool or being part of an outdoor concert… this and much, much more is possible here young and old.
We decided on a boat trip (in pedal boat ). A good 1 1/2 hours over lakes and through many canals in wonderful nature. We enjoy the tranquility and see and photograph birds who are as comfortable here as we are. A great place to relax… we’ll be back, soon…
Read more details: Zaga Zaga
Again… a wonderful picture
(25 August 2021 / Images: August 2021)
Still somewhere in the broad mountains between Vrancea and Buzău counties in eastern Romania. It’s evening … it’s quiet, the soul becomes calmer, nothing unimportant is important anymore, everything is simple and nature is beautiful!
Slănic Moldova
(25 August 2021 / Images: June 2021)
Slănic Moldova is a small town in Bacău county, in the Moldova region of northeastern Romania. The small town is also known as a health resort with medicinal saline springs in Targu Ocna. Slănic is also the name of an important state salt saltworks (saline de stat) in Walla Wallachia.
Best of – Wonderful Romania
(24 August 2021)
We’ve gathered a bit in last months posts and most popular pictures again. It’s beautiful all over Romania, not only these places are worth visiting.
In conclusion, the vacation destinations for the next 3-5 years are secured.
Thank Vlad the Impaler – Dracula, to Dracula Fan Club, to Daniel Micu, Relu Chiriac and Marius Nistor, romania ig, Banatul Montan , Plimbari cu barca Delta Dunarii – Murighiol / Boat trips in Danube Delta and Castelul Bran for permission to use these pictures.
Great pictures from the bear observatory
(24 August 2021)
Approximately 35 km from the city of Brasov (Kronstadt), in the north-east in the direction of Sfântu Gheorghe, is the Medveles találkozóhely bear observation center in Covasna county.
There are still around 6,000 brown bears in the forests and mountains of the Romanian/Transylvanian Carpathians and anyone who has always wanted to meet a bear “face to face” without risk has the best opportunity to do so at one of these bear observation points. The Medveles találkozóhely bear watching center offers visitors and photographers contact under professional guidance and guidance with many, many offerings, from bear tracking to off-road vehicle tours.
Thank you Mr Rader Thierry for permission to use these wonderful images.
Apuseni Mountains / Western Carpathians of Transylvania
(24 August 2021)
The Apuseni Mountains (also called Apusen, Western Transylvanian Mountains) is a mountain range in western Romania located in the counties of Arad, Bihor, Cluj, Alba and Hunedoara.
It reaches peak heights of almost 1,850 m (the highest peak is Cucurbăta Mare at 1,849 meters) and forms the northern section of the Western Romanian Carpathians. The mountain range has an almost circular plan with a diameter of 130 to 150 km and is bounded by the Mureș, Someș and Barcău rivers.
Alba Julia Fortress in Alba Julia
(23 August 2021)
The Alba Carolina Fortress in Alba Iulia (Karlsburg) was built between 1715 and 1738 under Emperor Charles VI as a fortification with seven (7) bastions. It served the Habsburgs as a strategic point of defense along the military frontier with the Ottoman Empire. Alba Iulia is close to the highway on the road to and from Sibiu. Definitely worth a visit
Devil’s Lake
(23 August 2021)
The Devil’s Lake (hell or devil in German) is located in the Cheile Nerei-Beusnița Natural Park, in the Banat region, Caras-Severin county in western Romania.
In earlier times, it was an underground lake that surfaced after a partial collapse of the cave ceiling in which it was located. It is about 700 square meters in size, 20 meters in diameter and about 12 meters deep. Its name comes from a local legend that Satan threw himself into the lake after losing a bet with a shepherd.
Thank you Banatul Montan for permission to use these images.
Events by Urlaub in Rumänien
(23 August 2021)
Facebook and our website for events, happenings, showcasing selected accommodation and destinations, activities, tours and more…
We present Hotel Sofia Sucevița in Suceava county | guest house La Bunica (′′Grandmothers ′′) in Cisnădioara near the town of Sibu (Hermannstadt) | Cameea Guesthouse in Busteni, Prahova county | Holiday home Casa Aureliana in Cioc annești in Suceava county.
Events-Urlaub in Rumänien (in Romanian) or https://events-romania.com (in German, English, Romanian)
Sighișoara – Wonderful pictures
(23 August 2021)
Sighișoara (German: Schäßburg) is a town in Mureș county, in the Transylvania region of Romania.
Schäßburg was founded in the second half of the 12th century by German immigrants, the Transylvanian Saxons. It was first mentioned in a document in 1280. In 1435, the Romanian name of the town “Sigisoara”, borrowed from Hungarian, appears in writing for the first time.
Thanks to Vlad Țepeș – Dracula for permission to use these images.
Busteni and Caraiman peak
(22 August 2021 / Images: May 2021)
Topul Caraiman is a 2384 m high peak in the Bucegi Mountains in the Southern Carpathians of Romania. In the eastern mountain massif of the Transylvanian Alps, the peak is one of the highest known thanks to the Cross of Heroes monument, under whose summit is the small town of Bușeni, Prahova county.
Bran Castle – Welcome
(22 August 2021)
Bran Castle (in German: Törzburg) is located in the region of Transylvania, in the county of Brasov.
Whether Dracula (if he ever existed) or his “human” representative (Vlad III. Dracula, Vlad the Impaler, Vlad the Impaler) lived here or not … the castle and the whole region are definitely worth a visit.
Thank you Castelul Bran for permission to use these images.
Fortified Church of Richiș
(22 August 2021)
The fortified church of Richiș is located in the municipality of Biertan, in the county of Sibiu and was built as a monastery in the second half of the 14th century (14th century: 01.01.1301 to 31.12.1400). Around 1400, this monastery was transformed into a fortified Catholic church and completed in 1451 (picture). Today the visitor encounters an Evangelical Lutheran church, a real treasure, which gradually reveals itself to the visitor. The interior of the church is rich in unique zoomorphic motifs (representations in animal, animal-like forms) and plant motifs.
Thank you Your Guide in Transylvania for permission to use these images.
Buila Vanturarița National Park
(21 August 2021)
Buila Vânturarița National Park is located in the Căpățânii Mountains (a subgroup of mountains in the Southern Carpathians) and is situated in the northern part of Valcea county in the area of Costești, Bărbătești and Băile Olăile Olăile.
It is one of the many natural paradises that can still be found in large numbers in Romania.
Thank you Centrul Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea (Images: Cata Catalin) for permission to use these images.
County Museum of History Brasov / Weavers Bastion
(21 August 2021)
The Museum of History of the City and County of Brasov was founded in 1950 and is housed in the former parish hall in the center of the Council Square (Piața Sfatului) or partly 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 that could be used through narrow, circular bullet holes throughout the galleries. Two watchtowers were built for the guard, who monitored the city from a military point of view as well as from the point of view of possible fires.
After restoration, the Weavers’ Bastion was turned into a museum.
Daco-Roman Baths
(21 August 2021)
In Geoagiu-Băi, approx. 45 km northeast of Deva in Hunedora County is the excavation site of the Roman Baths (a former Roman thermal bath) and the Roman Daco-Roman Baths (a new thermal bath, which is now used for treatments).
Geoagiu-Bai is a balneoclimatic resort (Balneo therapy) first documented in 1805 The ozonized air, which is constantly invigorated by mountain breezes, is recommended, among other things, for treating diseases of the nervous system, fatigue, overwork, anemia and neurosis.
Thank you traveler.s_bucket_list for permission to use these images.
Lake Văliug in Banat
(21 August 2021)
The lake bears the name of the municipality of Văliug (German Franzdorf) in the county of Caras-Severin, in the Banat region of Romania. The municipality is located in the valley of the river Bârzava at an altitude of 550 meters, at the foot of the Semenic Mountains.
Thank you Banatul Montan (Images: Flavius Sfv ) for permission to use these images.
Brasov – Above the city rooftops
(20 August 2021)
Brasov is always worth a trip. The old town is diverse and although in the middle of the city, in a few minutes you are immediately in the middle of nature.
Thank you Mr. Cristian Macedonschi (President As. Smart City Brasov, Ambassador DEKRA Trusted Facility Romania, Operator Hotel Casa Chitic and Restaurant Cucinino Pasta Bar in the heart of Brasov) for the impressive leadership, various information and cappuccino (pictured) created especially for us – No, no, no. We saw, experienced wonderful places and gathered many, many impressions, which we will present here in the near future.
Images: 22.05.2021, Above the rooftops of Brasov.
The Danube Delta awaits…
(20 August 2021)
It’s slowly getting cooler * and the Danube delta in south-eastern Romania awaits its visitors. The city of Sulina, the Letea forest with its wild horses, the fish food and/or the diversity of nature in the delta (1,830 plant species, 2,440 insect species, 100 species of mollusks and reptiles, 320 species of birds and many more…) and enjoy. Now is the perfect time!
Thank you Plimbari cu barca Delta Dunarii-Murighiol / Boat trips in Danube Delta for permission to use these pictures.
Just enjoying the quiet…
(20 August 2021)
Somewhere in the broad mountains between Vrancea and Buzău counties in eastern Romania. Endless vastness and forests, far from the cities, timeless and infinitely peaceful!
Photo: 19.08.2021
The ruins of Șoimoș
(20 August 2021)
Șoimoș is a village in the county of Arad, Romania, where the ruins of the medieval castle are situated high above the law.
To visit the castle ruins you have to go east of the village, about 250 meters up the hill. The oldest part of the castle is Burgfried, the castle courtyard covers an area of 35 × 22 meters. In the northern part of the Renaissance tract there is a balcony, known as Isabella Jagiellonica, who lived here from 1541. In the south part of the complex there is a knight’s chamber and a chapel.
Soimoș Castle (German also Falkenstein) was first mentioned in 1278, “Castrum Somos”, in a Latin document.
Images: Pixabay, user mary1826, https://pixabay.com/de/users/mary1826-3583171
Lucian Blaga National Theater in Cluj-Napoca
(19 August 2021)
Thanks to Cluj-Napoca for permission to use this photo.
Bánffy Castle in Bonțida
(19 August 2021)
Bánffy Castle in Bontida (in Hungarian Bonchidai Bánfffy-kastély) is known as the Versailles of Transylvania and is an architectural ensemble built by the Bánfy family in Bontida, Cluj County.
The core of the building complex reflects the Renaissance, the installations and later alterations were made in the 18th century in Baroque style and in the 20th century in classical and romantic style (Neo Gothic Gallery from 1855).
Thanks to Mrs. Farkas Ildiko for permission to use these images.
Moskovits Miksa Palace
(19 August 2021)
The Moskovits Palace in Oradea is a 1905 project by architect Rimanoczy Kalman, which was implemented in the Secessionist style (Austria or Art Nouveau in Germany). The palace is located on Republicii Avenue, right in the city of Oradea in north-western Romania.
Thank you Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use these images.
Nature, nature and nature again…
(19 August 2021)
Buila-Vânturari National Park: pictures of a walk / hike on the alpine trails Buila-Vânturari National Park, Valcea county at an altitude of over 1,400 meters.
Thank you Centrul Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea for permission to use these images.
Palace of Culture in Iasi
(18 August 2021)
The building was built between 1906 and 1925 Originally used as an administrative and judicial palace, it has been used since 1955 for culture and various cultural institutions…
Monastery of Mracunei Valley
(18 August 2021)
Valea Mracunei Monastery is located in the area of the Danube Strait (Cazanele Mici) in the Iron Gate Natural Park (Porțile de Fierului Natural Park) in Mehedinți County in south-western Romania.
Thanks to Relu Chiriac for allowing us to use this image.
Caraiman Monastery
(18 August 2021)
Caraiman Monastery is an Orthodox monastery that was founded in 1998 in Busteni, Prahova county, at the foot of the Caraiman massif.
Horezu Monastery
(17 August 2021)
Horezu Monastery (also known as Hurezi Monastery) is a Romanian Orthodox monastery of Romanian Orthodox nuns located in the historical region of Valahia Mica in Valcea. At the foot of Căpățânii Mountain, a mountain massif of the Transylvanian Alps, in the territory of the village of Romani de Jos, the monastery is located about three kilometers (air company) north of the small town of Horezu.
The calls of the nocturnal birds of prey (Romanian huhurezi) that roost in the forests surrounding the monastery probably gave the place its name. The monastery was founded in 1692 by the then prince of Wallachia Constantin Brâncoveanu (1654-1714) and was built in 1709 Until 1862 it was a man’s monastery. After the monks were transferred to Bistri ta, the nuns came to the monastery. The monastery complex has been restored several times since 1827 and is under conservation.
On a hill the monastery complex is surrounded by two fortifications. Outside a smaller wall surrounded the whole monastery estate with its hermits. The second is formed on three sides by different buildings and in the east by a wall. The entrance to the monastery is on the south side of a belfry, armored with a solid wooden gate with steel. The monastery church of Sfin ti Impara ti Constantine and Helen built in the middle of the complex in a cross shape is 32 meters long and 32 meters high and was built between 1693 and 1697 In the vestibule of the church there are some tombs, most beautifully equipped with marble and carved casing for Prince Brâncoveanu, but it did not fulfill its purpose and therefore was never used. The large iconostasis is carved in lime wood and encased in gold.
The square chapel with an octagonal tower, whose windows are the light source of the chapel, is located on the west side opposite the entrance to the church and was erected in 1697 The frescoes of the formation were created between 1705 and 1706 and are still in good condition today.
Text: Wikipedia. Thanks to Relu Chiriac, Galati for allowing us to use these photos.
Râșnov Town and Fortress / Dinopark
(17 August 2021 / Images: July 2017)
About 20 km from Brasov (Kronstadt), on the road to Bran is Râșnov (Roșenau). A small town with about 15 td. Residents, a fortress and a dino park. The ideal destination for a visit with the whole family.
Voroneț Monastery
(17 August 2021)
Voroneț Monastery is located in the municipality of Gura Humorului in Suceava County in the historical region of Bucovina in Romania. It was built in 1488 by Stephen the Great over a period of just under four (4) months to commemorate his victory in the Battle of Vaslui.
Thank you Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use these wonderful images.
Ochiu’ Bei and Beusnița Waterfall again
(16 August 2021)
Easy since the pictures are so beautiful…
Thank you Banatul Montan for permission to use these pictures.
Sighișoara – beautiful and rich in history
(16 August 2021)
It takes many hours if not days to explore the town of Sighișoara in Mureș county. It goes over a lot of cobblestones and sometimes you feel like you are not in Romania, but rather in an old town in Saxony… e.g. Meissen or similar.
Sighișoara was founded in the second half of the 19th century by German immigrants, “Saxony” in Transylvania.
The town has still retained its multicultural character to this day. Town tables and tourist information are labeled in Romanian, German and Hungarian. There are kindergartens where German is spoken, as well as a primary school and a grammar school, where German is offered as the language of instruction. The school issues the German-speaking high school diploma, which is also recognized by German universities. In addition, there are several Protestant churches and a lively community life in the town.
Photos: 08.08.2021
Sunrise in Vama Veche
(16 August 2021)
Vama Veche is the southernmost place on the Romanian Black Sea coast, just a few hundred meters from the Bulgarian border. It is located in the south-eastern part of Dobrogea and Constanta county.
Thanks to Antohi Emil for permission to use these images.
Sambetei Valley in the Făgăraș Mountains
(15 August 2021)
The Făgăraș Mountains are located in Romania’s southern Carpathian mountain range. It is crossed by the Transfagaras highway. The ridge is about 70 km long and 40 km wide. The mountains cover an area of almost 2,000 km² and range in height from 350 to 2,544 meters (the peak of Mount Moldoveanu, west of Brasov (Kronstadt)).
Thanks to Vlad Țepeș – Dracula (Photo: Iulian Radu) for permission to use this image (May 2021).
And again Constanta, the old casino
(15 August 2021)
A photo from the past, the casino is currently being renovated and restored.
The building was first built of wood in 1880, and in 1910 the casino was (re) built in Art Nouveau style according to the plans of architect Daniel Renard. It is considered the most famous Art Nouveau building in Romania and is the symbol of Constanta.
Thank you Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use this image.
Always beautiful – Danube Delta
(15 August 2021)
We already had many posts, but nature gives us every day wonderful pictures and impressions of the Danube Delta.
All posts from Delta at a glance (select the Facebook post on the bottom left)
Thank you Plimbari cu barca Delta Dunarii – Murighiol / Boat trips in Danube Delta for permission to use these wonderful images.
Scoruș waterfall in Valcea county
(14 August 2021)
On the upper side of the Bucureasa Mare river there are a multitude of waterfalls, of which Scoruș Waterfall is definitely worth a visit. The waterfall is located near the village / municipality of Mălaia in the Valcea district of south-western Romania.
Our overview map of all districts with information, messages and more
We would like to thank La pas..prin România frumoasă for allowing us to use these images.
Summer on the Black Sea / Beach
(14 August 2021 / Images: August 2021)
August is here, it is hot, very hot (32 to 38 degrees) and the water is wonderfully fresh. Our goal was once again Vama Veche, the southernmost place on the Romanian Black Sea coast, just a few hundred meters from the Bulgarian border.
The Romanian coast stretches for about 70 km and includes Vama Veche, places like Constanța, Mamaia, Mamaia-Sat, Eforie Nord and Sud, Constinești, Olimp, Neptun, Mangalia and several others. Vama Veche is mainly visited by a younger crowd, it’s the party mile, seen as the “Malle” of Romania, with about 3 – 4,000 visitors on weekends and non-stop loud music (nowadays clubs have roofs from 2:00 to 5:00 in the morning, which doesn’t stop anyone. You party from 2:00 on the beach and at 5:00 continue where you left off at 2:00 … sometimes again until 9 or 10 in the morning).
Danube Gorge – Danube Boilers in Dubova
(14 August 2021)
The Danube gorge, also known as the Iron Gate, was a dangerous passage for ships. Over 100km there are densely forested mountain ranges, wild Romanesque landscapes, the 14th-century Golubac fortress (on the Serbian side) and much, much more to see. The pictures show the area around Dubova municipality, Mehedinți rayon in the historic Banat region.
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Cluj Napoca – Events and more
(13 August 2021)
Photos of big events and emotions in 2018 and 2019 from Cluj Napoca in north-western Romania.
Information about events in Romania: https://events-romania.com
We thank the city of Cluj Napoca for permission to use these images.
Salinele – Turda / Slanic Prahova / Praid
(13 August 2021)
Romania has a large number of salt mines, which are mostly open to visitors all year round. It’s a special experience for the whole family and definitely recommended as a day trip.
Turda salt mine, Cluj county | Praid salt mine, Harghita county | Slanic salt mine, Prahova county
Fortress / Castle Rasnov
(13 August 2021)
Rasnov Fortress (German: Rosenauer Burg) is a historical monument and landmark in Romania. Este situat în Râșnov (Rosenau), raionul Brașov, la aproximativ 20 km de Brașov (Kronstadt).
Cetatea a fost construită ca parte a unui sistem de apărare pentru satele transilvănene. Cetatea medievală de astăzi a fost construită probabil între 1211 și 1225 în timpul conducerii cavalerilor germani din Burzenland.
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Oradea – Impressions from spring 2021
(13 August 2021)
These wonderful photos were taken in the last few days in the city of Oradea, Bihor county in north-western Romania.
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Sibiu (German: Hermannstadt) in Transylvania
(12 August 2021)
Sibiu is an important cultural and economic center in southern Transylvania, with about 420,000 inhabitants (source: Google). In 2007, Sibiu was European Capital of Culture together with Luxembourg.
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Sunset at the Val Valcan Pass
(12 August 2021)
Vâlcan Pass is located in the Southern Carpathians in the eastern part of the Vâlcan Mountains at an altitude of 1,621 meters and connects the Petroșani Depression and the Subcarpathian Depression Târgu Jiu – Câmpu. It is the transition/border between Hunedoara and Gorj counties in western Romania.
Thank you Go Hunedoara (Images: Radu Ghiabluc) for permission to use these images.
Holiday Events in Romania
(12 August 2021)
Also visit our Facebook page/website for events, happenings, overnight deals and more. We offer information in German, English and Romanian.
Website: https://events-romania.com
Facebook: Events – Urlaub in Rumänien
Pictures: Pension Transilvan ,, Conacul Transilvanian ”’ in Margau in Cluj county, pension / restaurant Kiraly House in Rimetea in Alba county, pension Iz de Maramureș in Maramureș county about 18 km from the city of Baia Mare.
The Băniței Gorges
(12 August 2021)
The gorges are located in the municipality of Bănița in Hunedoara County and stretch along high limestone walls. They are about 300 meters long and were dug deep into the limestone water. They can be visited on calm summer days, waterproof shoes are a must as the path from the quays also leads through water.
The height of the cliff walls is about 10-15 meters and shows how the water has eroded the rock. In many places the rocks form a roof, which has been formed over hundreds of years by horizontal erosion with the current.
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Lut Fa Fairy Valley Castle
(11 August 2021 / Images: July 2020)
About 40 km from Sibiu (in the direction of Brasov) is the Castle of Lut Valea Zânelor. Construction began in 2014, and today the “clay castle”, which looks like it was built for hobbits, is admired and admired by hundreds of visitors every day.
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Marienburg / Feldioara in Brasov county
(11 August 2021 / Images: August 2021)
Marienburg in Feldioara (the Romanian name of the place with the same name Marienburg) is a medieval order castle of the Teutonic Order in the Transylvanian region of Brasov County. It offers a beautiful view of the surrounding area and the mountains of Brasov (German name: Kronstadt), is located about 20 kilometers from Brasov on the road to Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg) and was built on a hill (almost 500 meters above sea level).NN) high.
In 1211, King Andrew II of Hungary called the Teutonic knights into the country to support the Cumans in securing the eastern border of his growing kingdom. The king granted them numerous privileges, including immunity, the right of self-government and the building of stone fortresses to secure the area. In 1838 the site of Marienburg (Romanian name: Feldioara) with Marienburg in Ordensburg was severely destroyed by an earthquake. Between 2013 and 2017, the castle ruins were renovated and largely rebuilt.
Miss the sea
(11 August 2021 / Images: June 2020)
Constanța / Mamaia … on the Black Sea. Rest, relaxation and also a little party, many things your heart desires. The water is fresh and the weather invites you to take a stroll on the promenade, a refreshing dip in the sea or a small boat trip (from 10 lei, 2,20 euro).
Zgurăști Cave in the Bihor Mountains
(10 August 2021)
Zgurăști Cave (part of a cave system in the Bihor Mountains) is located in the village of Garda de Sus in Alba County in Romania, on the steep slope of the Ordancusei Valley at an altitude of just over 900 meters above sea level.
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Piatra Neamt – at night
(10 August 2021 / Images: August 2021)
Piatra Neamț is the capital of Neamț county in northeastern Romania.
The town is located in the historical region of Western Moldavia, on the terraces on the left bank of the Bistritz river, surrounded by the foothills of the Eastern Carpathians, the mountains Pietricica, Cozla, Cernegura and Bâtca Doamnei. The oldest traces of a settlement in today’s urban area of Poiana Cireșului (“cherry meadow”) date back to the Mesolithic era (around 12,000 BC).
The town was founded at the end of the 14th century under the name Piatra lui Crăciun. After the establishment of a royal court by Stephen the Great, prince of Moldavia (1433-1504), it was transformed into a renowned center of arts and crafts. The nearby town of Târgu Neamț was the center of a colony of German-speaking settlers in the Middle Ages, hence the name: Neamț is an obsolete Romanian term for “German”.
Dinosaur World Transylvania – from August 28
(10 August 2021)
On August 28, 2021, Dinosaur World Transylvania opens its doors. The park is set in beautiful nature at the foothills of the Retezat Mountains in the Hunedoara district of western Romania.
Enjoy an extraordinary landscape, grandiose life-size dinosaurs, a petting farm with American bison, donkeys, deer and then … delicacies of fresh and tasty local produce prepared according to traditional recipes.
Learn more about the park: Dinosaur World Transylvania
Thank you Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.
The lonely town on the Black Sea – Sulina
(10 August 2021)
The town of Sulina in the Danube Delta can only be reached by water with private boats and passenger ships. It is not connected to the Romanian road network and is located at the easternmost point of Romania, directly on the Black Sea.
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Sighisoara clock tower at night
(09 August 2021 / Images: August 2021)
Above the rooftops of Sighisoara
(09 August 2021 / Images: August 2021)
The hour tower is Sighișoara’s landmark and … a wonderful viewing platform over Sighișoara. Access is possible daily from 9:00 a.m. (weekends from 10:00 a.m.) until 6:00 p.m. Including the museum, admission costs 16 lei (about €3.40) for adults and just under €1 per child.
The tower was built in the second half of the 14th century as a defensive structure for the main gate of the castle and as a council seat (until the end of 1656). The clock tower had its present appearance at the end of the 17th century, when on April 30, 1676 a devastating fire in the lower town also attacked the tower. The clock tower with weather tap has a total height of about 64 meters. The wall thickness is 2.4 meters on the ground floor, the masonry height is 39.5 meters (from 1804), the tower has five floors. On the top floor, the tower is surrounded by an open wooden gallery, which also served as a fire clock and a view of the area around the town.
Letea, Romania’s subtropical forest area
(09 August 2021)
Letea Forest is located in Tulcea County, in the northeast of the Danube Delta, between the Chilia and Sulina rivers and covers an area of over 5,000 hectares. It is the northernmost subtropical forest in Europe and the oldest nature reserve in Romania. Parts of the forest have been under nature protection since 1930.
Historical documents show that the ancestors of today’s horse population came from the Tatars to the northern Danube Delta 300 to 400 years ago, where they made their home and became increasingly wild.
The Letea Forest is home to 500 plant species and more than 3,000 animal species, more than 2,000 of which are insects. The towering trees, such as oak trees several hundred years old, provide ideal living conditions for hoopoes, for example, but also for wild cats and many other animals. White-tailed eagles, swallows and tons of ducks and ratites are also native here.
Thank you Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use these images.
Târgu Ocna salt pan in north-eastern Romania
(08 August 2021 / Images: April 2021)
Salina Târgu Ocna is located in the spa town of Târgu Ocna in the county of Bacău. It is the third largest salt mine and one of the oldest salt mines in Romania. With the Trotuș mine at a depth of 240 m, it is home to the country’s largest facility for the treatment of respiratory diseases. The mine is also home to one of the few places of worship in Romania, which were built in the salt mines and are dedicated to St. Varvara.
Salina is still used today for the extraction, processing and commercialization 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.
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Churches and sulphur springs “La Jgheaburi”
(08 August 2021)
The Jgheaburi Hermitage (in the village of Piscul Mare, Vâlcea district) was built on a site with two wooden churches. One church (Radu Negru) was built around 1300, the second church around 1600 and restored in 1640. In 1827 one of the churches, as it is now in its present state, was rebuilt using stone and brick.
This church is also visited because of its sulfur springs, which have a positive effect on the body. The name of the hermitage “La Jgheaburi” was given by the locals on the basis of these springs. Find out more…
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The “Happy Cemetery” in Săpânța
(07 August 2021)
Just 18 km west of Sighetu Marmației is the “Happy Cemetery”, one of the most visited attractions in the Maramureș region. The crosses, which were painted by local craftsmen, are bright and predominantly blue in color.
The idea for the cemetery came from woodcarver Stan Ioan Patras in 1935. He wanted to establish 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. Below, humorous poems, short poems or rhymed texts describe the life of the person buried there.
Harman in Brasov county
(07 August 2021)
The municipality of Harman (German: Honigberg) is located in the historic region of Burzenland, about 12 kilometers northeast of the city of Brasov (Kronstadt).
In 1211, the Hungarian King Andreas II granted Burzenland to the Order of the Teutonic Knights, who settled there, built castles, brought German settlers to the country and founded villages such as Honigberg. After disputes with the king, the order was expelled from Burzenland in 1225, but the German settlements remained.
Thank you Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use this image.
Lake Tarnița in Cluj county
(07 August 2021)
Lake Tarnița is a reservoir in the Romanian county of Cluj between the municipalities of Râșca, Mărișel and Gilău, west of the city of Cluj-Napoca. With a surface area of 2.15 square kilometers, a length of almost 9 km and a maximum depth of over 70 meters, it is a popular tourist and excursion destination.
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Find out more about Cluj-Napoca
Thank you Your Guide in Transylvania for allowing us to use these wonderful images.
Boating in the Danube Delta – NOW
(06 August 2021)
If you haven’t already, you shouldn’t book this experience for much longer. By boat to the Danube Delta and/or the town of Sulina on the Black Sea or the subtropical Letea forest with wild horses … for a few hours or a whole day. Wonderful.
Here you will find an overview of many offers (languages: German / English / Romanian) and all important information and contact details: https://urlaub-im-donaudelta.de/…/plimbari-cu-barca…/
Letea, Romania’s subtropical forest area: the Letea Forest (Romanian Peadurea Letea) is located in the district of Tulcea, in the northeast of the Danube Delta, between the branches of the rivers Chilia and Sulina and covers an area of over 5,000 hectares. It is the northernmost subtropical forest in Europe. The ancestors of the horse population arrived in the Danube Delta 300 to 400 years ago through the Tartars, where they made their home and became increasingly wild. The Letea Forest is home to around 500 plant species and more than 3,000 animal species, over 2,000 of which are insects. The towering trees, such as the hundred-year-old oaks, provide ideal living conditions for hoopoes, for example, but also for wild cats and many other animals. White-tailed eagles, swallows and tons of ducks and ratites are also native here.
We thank Plimbari cu barca Delta Dunarii – Murighiol / Boat trips in Danube Delta for permission to use these images.
Cârța Monastery in Transylvania
(06 August 2021)
Cârța Monastery is a former Cistercian (Benedictine) monastery in the Făgăraș Region, Romania. It is located on the left bank of the Olt River, between the cities of Sibiu and Făgăraș, near the villages of Cârța (German: Kerz) and Cățișoara (German: Kleinkerz) and today a Protestant Lutheran church.
The exact date of the founding of the monastery of Córía (Latin: monastery bea tae Mariae virginis in Candelis de Kerch) is unknown. A Constance document of 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 to the 15th centuries collected and analyzed by Leopold Janauschek mention the founding year of the monastery as 1202-1203.
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Gura Portitei – The Danube meets the Black Sea
(06 August 2021)
Gura (German: mouth) Portitei is a unique place in Europe where the Black Sea and the Danube Delta meet. It is situated on a narrow strip of sand between the Black Sea and the Goloveni estuary in the Danube Delta and is part of the Jurilovca commune in the Tulcea rayon.
Initially a fishing village, Gura Porti teii (Porti ta) is now known as one of the most isolated (and still relatively quiet) tourist destinations on the Romanian coast. Access is usually by boat from Jurilovca. The area is part of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve.
Thank you Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use this photo.
Beautiful landscapes in Cluj county
(05 August 2021)
Defileul Someșului Rece National Park, close to the Maguri Racatau and Maguri-Mari sell municipalities, is west of Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Thanks to Mrs. Ildiko Farkas for allowing us to use these pictures.
The evening mood at Mamaia & the Black Sea
(05 August 2021)
Mamaia is the northern part of Constanta (Constanza) in southern Romania. Mamaia is located on a length of about seven kilometers and approx. 350-meter wide tongue between the Black Sea and the freshwater lake Siut-Ghiol (also known as Lake Kanara) and one of Romania’s best-known seaside resorts on the Black Sea – No, no, no.
The Black Sea coast of the Black Sea is between 40 and 300 meters wide, with bright, fine mineral beaches and long, stretching seashells. The beaches fall into the sea here and are therefore popular with families with children. Behind the beaches is the promenade with restaurants, cafes, ice-cream parlors, other shops, pharmacies and much more…
Pictures (AP) from 31.07 / 01.08.2021
By train through the Banat
(05 August 2021)
Banat is a historic region in southeastern Europe, now in the states of Romania, Serbia and Hungary. The term Banat derives from the domination of a ban (Serbian / Croatian / Hungarian for Graf / Markgraf).
The train runs daily from Oravita to Anina and is one of the oldest and most spectacular mountain railways in Romania, which was operated in 1863 The so-called ′′′iron road ′′′ southeast European route passes through 14 tunnels and over 10 viaducts crossing deep valleys. The railway rises from 218 meters above sea level (Oravita) to 558 meters above sea level (Anina) and bypasses the Anina Mountains passing through the Jitin Valley.
Thank you Banatul Montan for permission to use these pictures.
Transfăgărășan and Lake Balea
(04 August 2021)
A magical road and always an experience, the Transf ag ar asan mountain road and the Balea lake.
Thank you Vlad the Impaler-Dracula for permission to use this photo.
Bran Castle – happy with and without Dracula
(04 August 2021)
Bran Castle (also Türzburg, Romanian Bran Castle, Hungarian Türcsvár) is located in the Transylvania region of Romania. Whether Dracula (or his namesake ′′ Vlad III ′′.) Drăculea ′′) lived here or elsewhere, that castle is definitely worth a visit with its corresponding museum.
From 1920-1947 it was the royal residence of King Ferdinand I and his wife Queen Maria or their daughter Princess Ileana, who inherited the castle from her mother in 1938 Today the castle is owned by the Habsburg family, which received it back from the Romanian state following the succession of the inheritance in 2006
Thank you Castelul Bran for permission to use these pictures. This is what it is
City of Oradea – Unirii Square
(03 August 2021)
Oradea is a city in north-western Romania and the capital of the Bihor district.
Thank you Visit Oradea (Photos: Bogdan Mustatea) for allowing us to use these images.
Tip: Peace and wonderful nature – Iz de Maramureș
(03 August 2021)
The Iz de Maramureș guesthouse / hotel resort in the Maramureș district is located in the north of Romania, 18 km from the city of Baia Mare and pampers visitors with traditional local cuisine and unforgettable scenery. It is the perfect choice for those who want to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city and spend an unforgettable experience in a wonderful location, tastefully furnished and connected to a magical atmosphere.
The guesthouse has three (3) double rooms and a garden where guests can relax on sun beds. There are numerous sights around the area, such as the wooden church Surdești, the Cavnic River, the Blue Lake and many more.
For more information, visit: IZ de Maramures
Horezu Monastery
(03 August 2021)
Horezu Monastery (also known as Hurezi Monastery) is a Romanian Orthodox monastery of Romanian Orthodox nuns located in the historical region of Valahia Mica in Valcea. At the foot of Căpățânii Mountain, a mountain massif of the Transylvanian Alps, in the village of Romani de Jos, the monastery is about three kilometers (air company) north of the small town of Horezu.
The calls of the nocturnal birds of prey (Romanian huhurezi) that roost in the forests surrounding the monastery probably gave the place its name. The monastery was founded in 1692 by the then prince of Wallachia Constantin Brâncoveanu (1654-1714) and was built in 1709 Until 1862 it was a man’s monastery. After the monks were transferred to Bistri ta, the nuns came to the monastery. The monastery complex has been restored several times since 1827 and is under conservation.
On a hill the monastery complex is surrounded by two fortifications. Outside a smaller wall surrounded the whole monastery estate with its hermits. The second is formed on three sides by different buildings and in the east by a wall. The entrance to the monastery is on the south side of a belfry, armored with a solid wooden gate with steel. The monastery church of Sfin ti Impara ti Constantine and Helen built in the middle of the complex in a cross shape is 32 meters long and 32 meters high and was built between 1693 and 1697 In the vestibule of the church there are some tombs, most beautifully equipped with marble and carved casing for Prince Brâncoveanu, but it did not fulfill its purpose and therefore was never used. The large iconostasis is carved in lime wood and encased in gold.
The square chapel with an octagonal tower, whose windows are the light source of the chapel, is located on the west side opposite the entrance to the church and was erected in 1697 The frescoes of the formation were created between 1705 and 1706 and are still in good condition today.
Text: Wikipedia
Thanks to Relu Chiriac, Galati for allowing us to use these pictures.
St. Nicholas Church in Densuș
(03 August 2021)
The Church of St. Nicholas in Densuș (Demsdorf), Hunedoara county in western Romania is the oldest stone church in the country. It was built in its present form in the 19th century on the site of an 18th-century Romanesque temple, with materials from the Dacian fortress of Sarmizegetusa. There are 18th-century murals in the church showing Jesus in traditional Romanian clothing.
According to Romanian historians, there was once a Dacian temple on the site of the present church, built to the god Zamolxis. Later conquered by the Romans, they built there again a temple dedicated to the god Mars. Considering its history, the origin of this church dating back to the 17th century BC is considered the oldest church in Romania and south-eastern Europe.
Thank you Go Hunedoara for permission to use these pictures.
Sighișoara, wonderful views
(02 August 2021)
The town of Sighișoara (German Sch ä äßburg) is located in the Mureș district in the heart of Transylvania and is the largest medieval fortress in Europe. Here again are many wonderful impressions to complement our post from last December.
Thanks to Mrs.. Ligia Ogrutan and Mr. Walter Kürcher (second picture) for permission to use these impressive images.
Summer at the Black Sea / Beach
(02 August 2021)
August is here, it’s hot, very hot (from 32 to 38 degrees) and the water is wonderfully fresh. Our goal, once again, was Vama Veche, the southernmost place on the Romanian Black Sea coast, just a few hundred meters from the Bulgarian border.
The Romanian bathing coast stretches for about 70 km and includes places like Constanta, Mamaia, Mamaia-Sat, Eforie Nord and Sud, Constinesti, Olimp, Neptun, Mangalia and others. Vama Veche is visited primarily by a younger crowd, it’s the party mile, so it saw ′′ Malle ′′ Romania with approx. 3-4.000 visitors on weekends and 3 loud music (currently clubs have lights out from 2:00 to 5:00 in the morning, which doesn’t stop anyone. From 2 o’clock you celebrate on the beach and at 5 o’clock you continue where you took a break at 2 o’clock… partly until 9 o’clock in the morning) – No, no, no.
Pics: 31.07 / 01.08.2021
Transfăgărășan mountain road
(02 August 2021)
The Transfăgărășan is a mountain road in Romania. After Transaplina it is the highest national road in Romania. The road connects the Argeș Valley in Wallachia Mare with the Olt Valley in Transylvania, crossing the Făgăraș Mountains – a mountain group in the Transylvanian Alps (part of the Carpathians). Construction of the road was officially started in 1970 and was inaugurated in the fall of 1974
The Transfăgărășan road is the starting point for hiking in the peaks of the Făgăraș Mountains. On the southern edge of the road, about 200 meters above the road, near the hydroelectric power station of the Vidraru Dam, are the ruins of Poenari Castle.
Thanks to Mrs.. Ildiko Farkas for your permission to use these beautiful pictures.
Ordâncușei Gorges
(01 August 2021)
The nature reserve is located in the east of the Bihor Mountains (Apuseni Mountains, part of the Western Carpathian mountain range) in the north-western part of the Alba district and is home to numerous caves, including the Poarta lui Ionele cave. From Arieseni follow the DN 75 to the center of Garda de Sus. From there turn left and turn right after approx. 1 km at the first crossroads towards Poarta lui Ionele and the Ordancusii Gorges. The canyons stretch for 4 kilometers in a picturesque landscape with impressive rock formations that invite you to hike, also to the nearby Scrișoara glacier.
Thanks to Mrs. Ildiko Farkas for your permission to use these beautiful pictures.
Miss the seeea
(01 August 2021)
Constanta / Mamaia… by the Black Sea. Rest, relaxation but also a little party, many things the heart desires. The water is fresh and the weather invites you to stroll along the promenade, a cool dip in the sea or a small boat trip (from 10 lei, 2,20 euro
Images from June 25, 2020
