Autumn invites you to hikes and tours, but also to rides with the e-bike through wonderful nature. Romania offers diverse landscapes and natural beauty… and this in every season.

We thank Royal Compass for the permission to use these pictures.

Fantastically beautiful, with lots of offers (in German), from adventure tours, wine tours, photo tours to the 7-day riding holiday “On the trail of the bears” in the Carpathians.

Find out more: https://www.karpaten-offroad.de

Starting August 30, every weekend (until the end of October), the annual Potato Festival takes place at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig (German: Freck), Sibiu County.

In the gardens of Brukenthal Palace, visitors can enjoy potato specialties from around the world, lamb and suckling pig, delicious dishes from the hot oven, as well as vegetables and fruits from Transylvania’s rich harvest.

https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro (German, English, Romanian)

Reservations for themed menus, accommodation, or leisure offers at Corabia Piratilor Resort: +40 (0)726 234 417, e-mail: office@palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

The winery is located in the picturesque Dealu Mare region and is operated by the University of Bucharest. Here, excellent wines are produced from traditional Romanian grape varieties such as Tămâioasa Românească, Grasa de Cotnari, and Busuioaca de Bohotin.

Explore the vineyards, visit the wine cellar, and enjoy tastings of the best Romanian wines. The historic cellar holds bottles dating back to the 1960s. Book in advance and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Romanian wine culture!

https://travelbuzau.com/pietroasa-veche-winery/

Putna Monastery is located about 70 kilometers from the city of Suceava and is part of the so-called Moldavian monasteries, a group of Romanian Orthodox monasteries in southern Bukovina.

According to a legend told by the historian Ion Neculce, before founding the monastery, Stephen the Great shot an arrow from a mountain into the nearby Carpathian valley. The prince decided to build an altar at the spot where his arrow landed. Afterwards, Prince Stephen had the monastery built between 1466 and 1469.

The monastery was consecrated on September 3, 1470. At that time, Putna Monastery was a flourishing cultural center. Between the 15th and 16th centuries, clergy and chroniclers from the region were trained there.

We thank Mrs. Monika Opreapopa for sending and allowing us to use these pictures.

Starting today, the city of Craiova (in southwestern Romania, Dolj County) turns into a magical stage for one week with the Puppets Occupy Street Festival.

A festival with giant puppets, street performers, fantastic creatures, and over 400 free events.

https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/de/uir/puppets-occupy-street-festival-craiova-de

Pictures from previous editions, thanks to Puppets Occupy Street Festival Craiova

Browse through a wide variety of destinations and experiences, discover family and adventure parks, zoos, wineries, and much more. With a simple click on “+” you can add any destination to your travel plan, which you can then view and edit > https://rotravel24.com

In the next 2-3 weeks, many new functions will be integrated here. Also, new travel destinations will be presented / published online every week. By the end of 2025 there will be 800 destinations, and in 2026 even 2,000.

How does it work exactly? Here’s a short guide > https://rotravel24.com/wie-es-funktioniert/

Near the village of Dubova (Mehedinți County), in the Iron Gates Natural Park, stands the statue of the Dacian king Decebalus (approx. 86 – 106 AD), located right on the banks of the Danube.

It is 55 meters tall, was created between 1994 and 2004, and is the largest / tallest rock sculpture in Europe.

We thank Mr. Relu Chiriac for the permission to use these stunning images.

Appetiser, main course and something sweet for dessert. Romanian specialities, which you will find everywhere in the country.

Bean soup in a loaf of bread with onion salad and visinata (a sweet but high-proof cherry brandy/liqueur) | mamaliga (corn porridge/polenta) with cabbage | papanasi.

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

Discover the KAFUNE coffee bean blends, created with the rhythms of Brazil but using Italian expertise in espresso culture, along the Historic Cafés Route in Transylvania.

The café / confectionery *La Vatra Ardealului* in Brasov (Kronstadt) and the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig invite you to a unique coffee experience, accompanied by many other delicacies. Visit the Historic Cafés Route in Romania and let yourself be spoiled.

Cafe / Confectionery La Vatra Ardealului, Brasov / Kronstadt, opposite the Black Church on Gheorghe Baritiu Street 14
>> https://www.facebook.com/lavatraardealului

Brukenthal Palace, Cafe & Restaurant in Avrig / Freck, about 30 km southeast of Sibiu
>> https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/unser-historisches-cafe/

KAFUNE coffee bean blends from LA FANTANA, Italy
>> https://lafantana.ro/ro/rezidential/cafea/cafea-boabe

The village of Saschiz (in Saxon: Keist, Kaest, in German: Keisd, in Hungarian: Szaszkezd) is part of the municipality of the same name in the district of Mures in Transylvania.

It is located on the road from Rupea to Sighisoara, approx. 15 km before Schässburg / Sighisoara.

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

It lies northwest of the town / fortress Rupea (German: Reps) and southeast of the town of Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg). Between the 18th and 20th centuries, the village had about 700 inhabitants, mainly Transylvanian Saxons, in addition to a Romanian district. Viscri is distinguished both by its fortified church and by the village structure shaped by Saxon farmsteads.

Baia Mare (in German Frauenbach or Groß-Neustadt) is the county town of Maramureș County and is located in northwestern Romania.

It has approximately 120,000 to 150,000 inhabitants and was first mentioned in a document in 1142, when the Hungarian King Geza II had German emigrants settle in Frauenbach.

Start your 2025 holiday now or begin planning for 2026! Discover the Carpathians, Transylvania, and Romania with the German-speaking tour operator Karpaten Outdoor Tours.

All offers are now also available on roTravel24.com in eight languages:
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There is still so much to do and weeks / months of hard work ahead. But it is already worth taking a look at the travel portal roTravel24.com.

Almost 300 travel destinations are already presented through categories and a map in eight languages. With the “+” function, you can bookmark destinations and thus start building your own travel plan / personal bucket list for your next holiday . In September many more functions will be added, by the end of the year there will be 800 destinations, and by 2026 even 2,000

https://rotravel24.com/rumaenien-bucket-list-top-reiseziele/

Lugoj (Hungarian: Lugos, German: Lugosch) is a town in Timis County in the historical region of Banat. It consists of the town of Lugoj and the villages of Maguri and Tapia.

The Church of the Dormition of the Mother of God, also known as the “Church with Two Towers,” is a Romanian Orthodox church located on Victory Square in Lugoj. The church was built between 1759 and 1766 in Baroque style. It is one of the most significant Baroque buildings in the Banat.

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 …

https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

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

And the journey goes on and on. A picture from the motorcycle friends of our dear Roland . Yesterday (June 28, 2025), the ride followed the Danube and led to the rock statue of the king of the Dacians, Decebalus.

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

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

The Holy Trinity Church (Biserica Sfânta Treime) is located in the town of Azuga, Prahova County.

It is an Orthodox church, built between 1902 and 1903 and consecrated in 1904 by His Holiness Nifon Ploiesteanul in honor of the Holy Trinity. The church is adorned with a series of special stained glass windows, made in 1902 by a German craftsman at the request of King Carol I and Queen Elizabeth.

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.

Whether in September, autumn / winter or next year (2026). The tour operator DRS Reisen GmbH from Stuttgart offers an 8-day Transylvania tour including accommodation / breakfast, rental car, travel plan, and a guided city tour of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, from €489 per person (price depends on travel period, in double room, according to the operator’s details).

Organizer: DRS Reisen GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
Travel dates: From September 2025 until the end of 2026
More information / booking at:
https://drs-reisen.de/…/auf-der-historischen-cafes…

Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Brasov / Kronstadt | Sighisoara / Schäßburg | Count Dracula’s Castle Bran / Törzburg and much more …

Beautiful pictures these days from Toaca Peak / the Ceahlau Mountains. The mountain range (and also the village with the same name, located on Lake Bicaz) lies about 30 km west of the city of Piatra Neamt.

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

Toaca Peak, at 1,904 meters, is the second highest mountain in the Ceahlau Massif / Mountains.

A magical road in and through the Fagaras Mountains. The Transfagarasan road connects the two historical regions of Wallachia and Transylvania in a breathtaking mountain landscape.

https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de | https://rotravel24.com

Currently open (probably until sometime in mid/end of October) and if you are already here, you should definitely also check out the “neighboring road,” the Transalpina.

Our tip for a round trip: Sibiu (Hermannstadt) > towards Avrig / Brasov and then head south onto the Transfagarasan > Curtea de Arges, Arges County > Valcea County > Brezoi and via the Transalpina to Sebes and back to Sibiu. We recommend at least one, if not two or three overnight stays along the way.

Photos from the motorcycle friends of our dear Roland , who recently (mid-June 2025) took a tour through Romania.

The route went via Timișoara, Deva, the Transfagarasan to Hawaii … Constanța , with many wonderful experiences, memories, and photos (more coming soon). Here is part 4 of 4, starting with the end, with the city of Constanța on the Black Sea.

Pictures from the Transalpina (July 2024), “The King’s Way,” and as it looks … an absolutely “delicious” road. We thank Mr. Roland Schmid (Thank you, Roland ) for these pictures that make you want more!

The Popasul Regelui Hotel is located in the middle of the Transalpina (67C) road, right by Lake Tau Bistra and the village of the same name.

The Transalpina connects the towns of Novaci in Gorj County and Sebeș in Alba County. Over a length of 138 kilometers, this road crosses the Parâng Mountains and reaches its highest point at the Urdele Pass.

The monasteries of Bukovina (Bucovina) are located in Suceava County in the northeast of Romania.

They include the areas and monasteries of Putna, Sucevita, Vatra Moldoviței, Arbore, Monastirea Humorului, Cacica, Botoșana, Cajvana, Patrauți, Mitocul Dragomirnei, Scheia, Ilișesti, Udești, Baia, Rașca, Slatina, Vama, Sadova, Fundu Moldovei, Pojorata, Dorna Arini, Ciocanești, Panaci, the towns of Gura Humorului, Dolhasca, as well as the communities of Suceava, Siret, Campulung Moldovenesc, Falticeni, Vatra Dornei.

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

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

The monasteries of Bukovina (Bucovina) are located in Suceava County in the northeast of Romania.

They include the areas and monasteries of Putna, Sucevita, Vatra Moldoviței, Arbore, Monastirea Humorului, Cacica, Botoșana, Cajvana, Patrauți, Mitocul Dragomirnei, Scheia, Ilișesti, Udești, Baia, Rașca, Slatina, Vama, Sadova, Fundu Moldovei, Pojorata, Dorna Arini, Ciocanești, Panaci, the towns of Gura Humorului, Dolhasca, as well as the communities of Suceava, Siret, Campulung Moldovenesc, Falticeni, Vatra Dornei.

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

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

Pictures of the city of Alba Iulia (Alba County) from mid-June 2025 and a short travel description by Mr. Michael Thiele about his tour through Transylvania / Romania. Many thanks for this

“The wooden church ‘Michael the Brave’ stands next to the impressive 18th-century fortress – which was built by order of Prince Eugene in the Vauban style. As I was told during a private tour of the church, the previous wooden church was destroyed during the construction of the fortress.”

There is still so much to do and weeks / months of hard work ahead. But it is already worth taking a look at the travel portal roTravel24.com.

Almost 300 travel destinations are already presented through categories and a map in eight () languages. With the “+” function, you can bookmark destinations and thus start building your own travel plan / personal bucket list for your next holiday . In September many more functions will be added, by the end of the year there will be 800 destinations, and by 2026 even 2,000

https://rotravel24.com/rumaenien-bucket-list-top-reiseziele/

Pure relaxation, enjoy delicious meals made from local products, a pool, and yet plenty of adventures around

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

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

A plane tree, planted exactly 25 years before the birth of Empress Elisabeth of Austria (nicknamed Sissi) and now already 213 years old (again, the tree).

The tree stands in the city of Buzias in Timis County, in the magnificent garden with a round wooden pavilion, whose construction was commissioned in 1875 by Emperor Franz Joseph for Empress Sissi.

A place with history, a lot of history, and we would love to know what this tree has seen in its lifetime and especially whom it has met

A small town in Banat with its own airport… well, actually just with its own airplanes, which probably belong to the owner of the café/restaurant.

Buzias in Timis County is alive with the charm of the past: Emperor Franz Joseph commissioned the construction of a magnificent garden with a round wooden pavilion here for Empress Sissi in 1875 (more about this in a future post).

And for 20 years now, right next to it, there has been La Aeroport, the only airport/airplane restaurant in Romania. Both are definitely worth a visit.

The place is also perfect for children and families, as you can not only enjoy a coffee, ice cream, or more under the airplanes… but one airplane is also ready to take the little guests on a journey into the realm of fantasy ✈️

Summer, sun, beach, and party. In the southeast of Romania, it gets hot in the summer, the sky is almost always clear, and the resort of Vama Veche (located right on the Bulgarian border) welcomes guests with lots of music and parties.

The perfect time for a visit to the Black Sea… Mamaia, Constanta, Eforie, Costinesti, Mangalia, Vama Veche, and much more…

In August 2024, we followed the journey of “Schnuff” and his motorcycle friends through Romania.

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

We hiked up to the Cetatea (Fortress) Deva (in German: Diemricher Burg) with a beautiful view over the city of Deva (German name: Diemrich) in Transylvania.

Curtea de Arges is a Romanian town in Arges County. It is located on the right bank of the Arges River, which flows here through a valley of the Southern Carpathians.

It is one of the oldest towns in Romania. According to a tradition, it was founded in the 14th century by Prince Radu Negru, who named it the first capital of the Principality of Wallachia.

The Cathedral of Curtea de Arges (Manastirea Curtea de Arges, Catedrala Curtea de Arges) is one of the most famous buildings in Romania. It stands on the foundations of a monastery and is located about one and a half kilometers north of the city. It resembles a very large and ornate mausoleum and was built in Byzantine style with Moorish arabesques.

The Mărășești Mausoleum is a historic monument dedicated to those who died in the First World War.

It is located in Vrancea County, where the main battles of the eastern front took place. In the battles of Mărășești, 480 Romanian officers and 21,000 Romanian soldiers lost their lives. Today, the mausoleum houses 5,000 soldiers and officers in 154 individual crypts and 9 common crypts arranged in 18 rows.

The cave is located at an altitude of 1,640 meters in the Piatra Rea nature reserve ( in the Rodna Mountains ), near the Horse waterfall.

In the Piatra Rea nature reserve you will find a diverse vegetation, with rare species of subalpine and alpine plants.

Text / image source: https://www.destinatiaanului.ro/

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.

https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/ | https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/

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.

Photos from past Augusts. It was hot, very hot (between 32 and 38 degrees, sometimes even more), and the water was wonderfully refreshing.

Our destination was once again Vama Veche, the southernmost spot on Romania’s Black Sea coast, just a few hundred meters from the Bulgarian border. Even now, the weather is gradually warming up again, and we’re already dreaming of our summer holiday at the Black Sea.

The Romanian seaside stretches for about 70 km and includes, besides Vama Veche, towns like Constanța, Mamaia, Mamaia-Sat, Eforie Nord and Sud, Costinești, Olimp, Neptun, Mangalia, and more. There are also long (and deserted) beaches in the Danube Delta region, between Sulina and Sf. Gheorghe.

Vama Veche is mainly visited by a younger crowd, known as the party zone – Romania’s version of “Malle” – with around 3,000 to 4,000 visitors on weekends and loud music around the clock.

Pictures of Cluj-Napoca (in German Klausenburg, in Hungarian Kolozsvar) from June 29 and 30. The city is (probably*) the second largest city in Romania and the capital of Cluj County in Transylvania.

With a population of around 400,000, Cluj-Napoca is the unofficial capital of the Transylvania region. There are universities, a lively nightlife and many buildings from the times of Hungarian and Saxon rule. Around the main square Piata Unirii are the Gothic St. Michael’s Church and an equestrian statue of King Matthias Corvinus, who lived in the 15th century. The baroque Banffy Palace is now a museum displaying Romanian art.

Following the historic coffee houses route in Transylvania. Experience the Historic Cafés Route in Transylvania with many travel offers from DRS Reisen GmbH in Stuttgart starting from €159 (4 days, B&B).

https://drs-reisen.de/reise-tag/hcr-reisen/

Plan ahead now… On Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5, 2025, the autumn edition of the Slow Food Festival in Berca (Buzau County) will take place again.

Delicious regional specialties, fresh local products, slow & street food, live cooking, children’s activities, live music, and now open until 9:00 PM for the perfect evening

The Slow Food Festival is held at Piata Artizanilor (Artisans’ Square) in the town of Berca. Coming over the bridge, once you see the Berca Monastery and reach the town, turn left immediately after the bridge and drive about 200 meters further.

Pictures from the last event in June 2025.

Only about 150 meters southeast of the Great Square (Piata Mare) and thus in the center of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, you will find Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant with its beautiful outdoor terrace.

Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant | https://pardoncafesibiu.ro

The restaurant offers a wide selection of European, Romanian, and also local regional dishes.

We thank Mrs. Meli Döring for granting permission to use these pictures. Thank you!

Bucharest at night … pictures of the old town (Old Town / Lipscani).

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

Carturesti Carusel Bookstore is much more than just a bookstore. It is located in the historic center of Bucharest and covers six floors ( 6 ) with a total area of 1,000 m2.

A bistro floor, a multimedia room in the basement and a contemporary art gallery on the first floor invite you and are fun to watch, navigate, sit and shop.

The elegant 19th century building. In 1903, the property of the famous Chrissoveloni family of bankers was confiscated during the communist period and transformed into a store. After 1990, the building was revived by the current owner Jean Chrissoveloni, in collaboration with the architectural firm Square One.

Explore the heart of Transylvania: Sibiu, Transfagarasan, Carta Monastery, Sighisoara, and of course the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig.

Four (4) days following the Historic Cafés Route in Transylvania, including accommodation / breakfast, rental car, and a guided city tour of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, from €279 per person (price depends on travel time, in double room, according to details provided by the tour operator).

Organizer: DRS Reisen GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
Travel dates: From September 2025 until autumn 2026
More information:
https://drs-reisen.de/…/auf-der-historischen-cafes…/

Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Carta Monastery | Sighisoara / Schässburg | Transfagarasan and much more …

In line with the main character of the book *Dracula* by the Irish author Bram Stoker, Bran Castle is regarded as “the home” of this vampire. This is not entirely true, but from a touristic point of view, Bran Castle is one of the best-developed attractions in Romania. Buses bring, especially during the summer months, visitors from nearly every nationality in the world to this place.

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from

The fortified church of Tartlau, in the commune of Prejmer, Brasov County, has the most powerful ring wall of all the Saxon fortified churches in Transylvania. The oldest fortification ring is said to have been built before 1300 and was expanded at the end of the 15th and the beginning of the 16th century.

In its present form, the walls still stand 12 to 14 meters high and up to 5 meters thick at the base. Inside the fortress are over 270 refuge and storage chambers, arranged on up to four levels.

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

Whether in September, autumn / winter or next year (2026). The tour operator DRS Reisen GmbH from Stuttgart offers an 8-day Transylvania tour including accommodation / breakfast, rental car, travel plan, and a guided city tour of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, from €489 per person (price depends on travel period, in double room, according to the operator’s details).

Organizer: DRS Reisen GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
Travel dates: From September 2025 until the end of 2026
More information / booking at:
https://drs-reisen.de/…/auf-der-historischen-cafes…

Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Brasov / Kronstadt | Sighisoara / Schäßburg | Count Dracula’s Castle Bran / Törzburg and much more …

Romania – still a hidden gem, but definitely a wonderful one

A diverse history (Transylvania, Banat, …), pure nature, delicious food, and rich traditions. Vast landscapes interwoven with historic and modern cities, the Black Sea, the Moldavian monasteries, the Danube Delta, and so much more…!

Here’s a small selection of pictures… from across the country

https://rotravel24.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

The Turda Salt Mine is a true museum of the history of salt mining. It is located in the town of Turda, in Cluj County.

The temperature inside the salt mine remains constant at 10–12 °C. It is one of the oldest and best‑known salt mines in Transylvania / Romania.

More salt mines and info in Romania:
https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de/#Salzbergwerke

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

Three beautiful places, located relatively close to each other, in the Burzenland / Transylvania.

https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

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

Eichenthal (in Romanian: Sălbăgelu Nou) is located in Caraș-Severin County in the historical region of Banat. In 1894, the village was settled by German colonists from various German villages in Banat and the Banat Mountains, and it remained a German village until the 1970s.

From then on, the Germans migrated to the cities and to Germany. Afterwards, Ukrainians from Maramureș (a region in northern Romania) settled in the village. The small former Catholic church is now Ukrainian Orthodox. There are no Germans living in the village anymore. However, most of the oaks that gave the village its name still stand.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (April 23/24, 2025) and the corresponding text/explanation.

Our visit in July 2025 took us to Schwabenland — more precisely, to the Swabian restaurant Schwabenland in the village of Charlotenburg (the only round village in Romania), in the historical region of Banat, Timis County.

Delicious Swabian specialties (cheese spätzle, Maultaschen soup, …) in a wonderful, peaceful atmosphere — just perfect

https://discover-timisoara.com | https://rotravel24.com

In addition to a guest garden with a Playground, the restaurant also has a small museum showcasing the past and present of the Swabians from the Banat — the homeland of the Banat Swabians in Romania.

Cantacuzino Castle (in the town of Bușteni, Prahova County) was not only the filming location for Nevermore Academy in the series “Wednesday,” but it is also one of the most beautiful and important historic buildings / castles in Romania.

For all fans: Season 2 of “Wednesday” premiered on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, on Netflix with the first four episodes.

The castle park, covering 60,000 m² and surrounded by its own 1,000-hectare private estate, invites visitors to linger and is today one of the most visited attractions both in the resort town of Bușteni and in the Prahova Valley.

Only about 150 meters southeast of the Large Square / Ring (Piața Mare) and thus in the center of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, you will find Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant with its beautiful outdoor terrace.

Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant | https://pardoncafesibiu.ro

The restaurant offers a wide selection of European, Romanian, and local dishes from the region.

Sighisoara (in German Schäßburg, in Hungarian Segesvár) is one of the most important cities in Mures County, in the Transylvania region of Romania.

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

The city is located on the Târnava Mare River.

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

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the city of Sinaia, Prahova County.

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

It was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I of Romania and was confiscated by the communist regime in 1947. After the Romanian Revolution of 1989, Peles was returned to the former King Michael, who was living in exile in Switzerland.

The bay windows and half-timbered walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king’s homeland. Seven terraces surround the castle. Part of the 160 rooms can now be visited. The castle museum houses weapons, sculptures, furniture, and decorative objects from the 15th–19th centuries, as well as an orchestrion. The castle is especially impressive for its magnificent woodwork.

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

8-day Transylvania tour including accommodation / breakfast, travel plan, rental car, and guided city tour of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, from €489 per person (price depends on travel period, in double room, according to the tour operator’s details).

Organizer: DRS Reisen GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
More information:
https://drs-reisen.de/…/auf-der-historischen-cafes…/

Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Brasov / Kronstadt | Sighisoara / Schässburg | Count Dracula’s Castle Bran / Törzburg and much more …

Summer, beach, sea, and a sunrise (as generally requested, thank you for all the information) Pictures from July of the previous year from Mamaia Nord, north of Constanta on Romania’s Black Sea coast.

We thank Mr. Cornel Radu for sending these pictures.

The city of Craiova (also known as Krajowa) is the largest city in the historical region of Oltenia and the capital of Dolj County.

It is located about 220 kilometers west of Bucharest, in the Wallachian Plain, on the left bank of the Jiu River.

We thank Mr. Eric Manger for sending these wonderful pictures.

At the end of August 2025, the city of Craiova (in southwestern Romania, Dolj County) will transform for one week into a magical stage for the Puppets Occupy Street Festival.

A festival with giant puppets, street performers, fantastic creatures, and over 400 free events.

https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/puppets-occupy-street-festival-craiova-en

Pictures from previous events, our thanks to Puppets Occupy Street Festival Craiova

A “loop” of the road (DN12C) through the Bicaz Gorge in Neamt County, and a picture of the mountain pass Pasul Bratocea, road DN1A, Prahova County, near the village of Cheia.

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線上提供！我們最新版的「羅馬尼亞假期」小冊子共 76 頁，也有中文版。

https://welcome-to-romania.com/travel-brochure-romania-chinese/

Holiday in Romania | Chinese version Now available online! The current edition of our brochure “Holiday in Romania,” with 76 pages, is available in German, English, Romanian, Spanish, French, and Chinese.

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

https://visitmures.com/en/events

Pictures from Valcea County from summer 2023. Perfect for anyone who loves relaxation, healing springs and waters, nature, tradition or even wine and good food.

https://discover-valcea.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Cluj-Napoca (in German Klausenburg, in Hungarian Kolozsvár) is (probably*) the second largest city in Romania and the capital of Cluj County in Transylvania.

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Cluj-Napoca, with about 400,000 inhabitants, is the unofficial capital of the Transylvania region. The city has universities, a vibrant nightlife, and many buildings from the times of Hungarian and Saxon rule. Around the main square, Piata Unirii, are the Gothic St. Michael’s Church and an equestrian statue of King Matthias Corvinus, who lived in the 15th century. The baroque Banffy Palace is now a museum displaying Romanian art.

Cluj-Napoca has an international airport and is located in northwestern Romania.

* It could also be Iasi or Timisoara or … !? Unfortunately, there are no exact figures.

We thank the city of Cluj-Napoca for allowing us to use these pictures.

Impressions from Brasov (German name Kronstadt) in Transylvania, from May 2025.

Some well-known and some lesser-known places of the city, in two parts

https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Impressions from Brasov (German name Kronstadt) in Transylvania, from May 2025.

Some well-known and some lesser-known places of the city, in two parts

https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

The Colț Viu Guesthouse in Șimon, a village that is part of the town of Bran (famous for Bran Castle / Törzburg and the legend of Count Dracula), welcomes you with open arms.

https://coltviu.ro/ | Colt Viu Deluxe – Bran

Guests can enjoy a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities for an unforgettable experience. You can also ask about tailor-made tourist packages that allow you to explore the region and, of course, the castle / home of Count Dracula.

The guesthouse’s large garden and peaceful location also make it ideal for families / stays with children.

From August 30, every weekend the annual Potato Festival takes place at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig (German: Freck), Sibiu County.

In Brukenthal’s palace garden you can enjoy potato specialties from around the world, mutton and roast suckling pig, freshly baked treats, and vegetables and fruit from Transylvania’s bountiful harvest.

https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro (German, English, Romanian)

Reservations for themed menus, accommodation or leisure offers at Corabia Piraților Resort: +40 (0)726 234 417, email office@palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

Horezu Monastery (also known as Hurezi Monastery) is a Romanian Orthodox nunnery located in the historical region of Valahia Mică in Vâlcea.

At the foot of the Căpățânii mountains, a massive mountain range of the Transylvanian Alps, on the territory of the Romani de Jos village, the monastery is located about three kilometers (airline) north of the small town of Horezu.

The cries of nocturnal birds of prey (Romanian huhurezi) that live in the surrounding forests of the monastery probably gave the name of the place. 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 human monastery. After the monks were transferred to your Bistrita, 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. The exterior of a smaller wall surrounded the entire estate of the monastery with its hermits. The second consists of three parts of different buildings and a wall to the east. The entrance to the monastery is in the south part of a bell tower, armored with a solid wooden steel gate. The church of the monastery of Saints Emperors Constantine and Helen, built in the middle of the complex in a cross shape, is 32 meters long and was built between 1693 and 1697. Brâncoveanu, however, did not fulfill its purpose and, therefore, was never used. The large iconostasis is carved in lime wood and wrapped in gold.

The square chapel with 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.

We thank Relu Chiriac, Galati for the permission to use these images.

Speechless… The city of Oradea in mid-July 2023 in the evening.

The city is full of life at 28 to 30 degrees (9 p.m.) and is simply… beautiful.

Near the town of Anina lies the Bigar Waterfall, formed on travertine (limestone tuff), which in 2013 topped the list of the most impressive waterfalls in the world on the World Geography website.

Those who enjoy hiking will find the shortest route to Moldoveanu Peak (2,544 meters), the “roof of Romania,” starting from Stana lui Burnei. The trail leads through the Fagaras Mountains, part of the Romanian Carpathians, offering wonderful scenery.

We thank Mrs. Ramona Ciuchendea for sending and allowing us to use these pictures from last autumn.

Hot summer days! Visit the outdoor pool / Beach Club Avrig, just a few kilometers southeast of Sibiu, located right next to Brukenthal Palace.

Day ticket: 50 Lei, or 70 Lei on weekends. More information in German, English and Romanian at > https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro/beach-club-avrig-ro/

Wonderful pictures from early August 2025 of the Amfiteatrul Transilvania Hotel / Restaurant, a truly beautiful place that also offers accommodation and a restaurant. Its location between the Bucegi Mountains and the Piatra Craiului Mountains, above the village of Moieciu de Sus, at an altitude of about 1,200 meters, makes this place absolutely unique!

We thank Mrs. Ramona Ciuchendea for sending and allowing us to use these pictures.

Welcome to Romania! Romania impresses with its magnificent nature, unspoilt landscapes, rich history, towns and villages, sights and much more.

https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de | https://rotravel24.com

From the Carpathian Mountains and the Black Sea coast to the Danube Delta, Romania as a travel destination offers a wide range of options for a perfect holiday. Modern cities, a wealth of history, interspersed with unspoilt nature and villages where people live according to centuries-old traditions enrich the experience of “holidaying in Romania”.

Pictures of Schässburg, with a difference … A hike in the suburbs in the valley and on the opposite hill with (rear) views of the city.

Pictures of Schässburg, with a difference … A hike in the suburbs in the valley and on the opposite hill with (rear) views of the city.

Marienburg from Feldioara (Romanian name of Marienburg) is a medieval castle of the Teutonic Order in the region of Transylvania in the district of Brașov.

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The castle offers a wonderful view of the surrounding area and the mountains of Brașov (German name: Kronstadt), it is located at approx. 20 kilometers away from Brașov on the way to Sighișoara (in German: Schäßburg) and was built on a hill (almost 500 meters above sea level).

In 1211 King Andrew II called. from Hungary The Teutonic Knights in support of the Kumans in the country to secure the eastern border of his growing kingdom. The king granted them many privileges, including immunity, the right to self-government, and the construction of stone fortresses to ensure the environment. In 1838, the city of Marienburg (Romanian name: Feldioara) was severely destroyed by an earthquake. Between 2013 and 2017, the ruins of the castle were renovated and largely rebuilt.

The pavement tower, mentioned in documents in 1522, was rebuilt in 1681 after the fire of 1676 and has the shape of a hexagonal prisms with uneven sides.

The robust roof, with two observation towers on the south and north sides, gives it a special look. From this tower comes the stone tablet with the oldest coat of arms of the city and the motto Nomen Domini, turris fortissima” (translation: The name of the Lord is the most solid castle), which is preserved in the History Museum in the Clock Tower (in the German clock tower) in the city of Sighișoara (in German Schäßburg).

After World War II, the appearance of the tower underwent some changes. The windows were enlarged and the entrance was changed, and the exterior staircase was added in the following years.

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).

Learn more about Sulina and the Danube Delta: https://discover-sulina.com

Wonderful and atmospheric pictures of the town of Sulina at the mouth of the Danube to the Black Sea.

https://discover-sulina.com | https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/

We thank Sulina fabuloasa for the permission to use these pictures.

Mönchsdorf (in Romanian Herina) is a village in the commune of Galații Bistriței, Bistrița-Năsăud County, in northern Transylvania. The Evangelical church, built in the 13th century, has been an Evangelical place of worship since the Reformation.

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We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (April 17, 2025) and the corresponding text/explanation.

The town of Sächsisch-Regen (in Romanian Reghin, in Hungarian Szaszregen) is located in northern Transylvania, Mureș County, on the Mureș River. Romanians, Hungarians, and Germans live in the town.

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We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (April 15, 2025) and the corresponding text/explanation.

An overview of everything we know and… please feel free to let us know what we don’t yet know. We will add it to the overview free of charge. Thank you.

https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/camping-in-romania-en/

Some impressions from Brasov / Kronstadt and what you can easily explore on foot around the center / the old town.

https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

The monasteries of Bukovina (Bucovina) are located in Suceava County in the northeast of Romania.

They include the areas and monasteries of Putna, Sucevita, Vatra Moldoviței, Arbore, Monastirea Humorului, Cacica, Botoșana, Cajvana, Patrauți, Mitocul Dragomirnei, Scheia, Ilișesti, Udești, Baia, Rașca, Slatina, Vama, Sadova, Fundu Moldovei, Pojorata, Dorna Arini, Ciocanești, Panaci, the towns of Gura Humorului, Dolhasca, as well as the communities of Suceava, Siret, Campulung Moldovenesc, Falticeni, Vatra Dornei.

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

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

The monasteries of Bukovina (Bucovina) are located in Suceava County in the northeast of Romania.

They include the areas and monasteries of Putna, Sucevita, Vatra Moldoviței, Arbore, Monastirea Humorului, Cacica, Botoșana, Cajvana, Patrauți, Mitocul Dragomirnei, Scheia, Ilișesti, Udești, Baia, Rașca, Slatina, Vama, Sadova, Fundu Moldovei, Pojorata, Dorna Arini, Ciocanești, Panaci, the towns of Gura Humorului, Dolhasca, as well as the communities of Suceava, Siret, Campulung Moldovenesc, Falticeni, Vatra Dornei.

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

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

Experience a vacation or just a few days in a still untouched natural world of Bukovina in your own hut / small house.

Enjoy sunrises, breakfast coffee and pure nature. And despite everything, you won’t miss out on modern comforts such as electricity, heating, hot water and modern toilets … that’s what you’ll find here. The only thing you won’t find is a TV, but who needs that with this wonderful panorama right outside the door.

Hai La Saivan, three renovated, rustic houses await you (Casa Mare, Casa Mica, Casa Foarte Mica). Ideal for small groups (4-8 people, Casa Mare) to singles or couples (Casa Foarte Mica, 2 people).

Find out much more and all contact details:
https://deutschsprachiges-gastgewerbe-rumänien.de/hai-la-saivan-de/

Beautiful pictures from Constanta and Mamaia at the Black Sea, and the freshly renovated historic Casino, from the motorcycle friends of our dear Roland , who took a tour through Romania in mid-June 2025.

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A truly interesting idea / accommodation option with a view of Corvin Castle / Hunedoara. Hotel & Spa Werk is located in the city of Hunedoara, directly opposite the castle.

https://hotelwerk.ro/

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

Thank you to Mr. Hainbach Andreas for the Video.

The Cheile Turzii (also called Thorenburger Schlucht in German) is a limestone gorge in the Trascau Mountains, on the eastern edge of the Western Carpathians in western Transylvania, Romania, not far from the city of Turda (Thorenburg).

The gorge, about two kilometers long, is traversed by the Hasdate stream, which has carved its way into the limestone here. On both sides, the gorge is bordered by steep walls about 300 meters high, in which several caves are found. As early as 1938, the gorge was declared a nature reserve due to the presence of over 1,000 plant species, some of them alpine. On an area of 176 hectares, about 70 species of birds, fish, amphibians, and some mammals such as foxes, weasels, martens, and wild boars live here.

The Transalpina, or “The King’s Way” as the road is also called, has been fully open again since early June (as has the Transfăgărășan).

It connects the towns of Novaci in Gorj County and Sebes in Alba County. Over a length of 138 kilometers, this road crosses the Parang Mountains and reaches its highest point at the Urdele Pass.

We thank Mr. Andreas Hainbach for these beautiful pictures from his Romania tour at the end of July 2025 / beginning of August 2025. Many thanks

The Turda Salt Mine is a true museum of the history of salt mining. It is located in the town of Turda, in Cluj County. The temperature in the salt mine remains constant at around 10–12 °C. It is one of the oldest and best‑known salt mines in Transylvania / Romania.

More salt mines and info in Romania:
https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de/#Salzbergwerke

We thank Mr. Andreas Hainbach for these beautiful pictures from his Romania tour at the end of July 2025 / beginning of August 2025. Many thanks

Cantacuzino Castle (in the town of Bușteni, Prahova County) is not only the filming location for Nevermore Academy in the series “Wednesday”, but also one of the most beautiful and important historic buildings/castles in Romania.

For all the fans : Season 2 of “Wednesday” premiered on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, on Netflix.

Furthermore, the castle, as a member of the Historic Cafés Route, serves as a junction on the HCR Experience Map with the European Fairy Tail Route Experience by HCR > https://hcr-coe.com/discover-historic-cafes-route-tours/

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

Visit the pirate ship at Corabia Piratilor in Avrig / Freck, Sibiu County. Pool, sand, cocktails, and holiday vibes from 5 PM to 2 AM in the heart of Transylvania.

DJ Toni del Mare () from 5:00 PM with international hits, Romanian music, German Schlager, Ritmo Latino

Draft beer and cold cocktails, admission: 50 lei (box office), two heated pools at 30°C, children under 14 free (with accompaniment).

Need a shuttle or accommodation? Send a message to info@heide-reisen.de.

Dance, laugh, enjoy — it will be an unforgettable evening!

https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro/

There are approximately 180 fortified churches in the Transylvania region; one of them is Pretai / Brateiu.

Only a few remains of the 14th‑century Gothic basilica survive today. The present church bears characteristics of the 15th century. The church interior was significantly altered by removing the southern row of pillars, raising the exterior walls, and installing a barrel vault. Particularly notable are the pillars between the north and central nave, which feature profiled cross‑sections and capitals with figurative depictions.

On the route through the Vale of the Great Kokel (Târnava Mare), a few kilometres east of Mediaș, the fortified church of Brateiu appears. It is located in the middle of the village at the village entrance.

Learn more about this fortified church:
https://kirchenburgen.org/location/pretai-brateiu/
Overview of fortified churches in Transylvania:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/de/uir/kirchenburgen/

A typical Romanian national dish and, alongside it, a typical (Hungarian) dessert. Throughout Romania you can find mici (traditionally Romanian) and usually also kürtőskalács (traditionally Hungarian).

Mici are eaten with mustard and bread or sometimes with mămăligă (polenta / corn porridge). Ultimately, we can only say one thing: Pofta bună! (Enjoy your meal)

… and thanks to you, Roland (Schmid), for the pictures

Pictures from mid-July 2025, in the evening, from Timisoara in western Romania.

A city full of life — it’s wonderful to stroll through the city at temperatures between 28°C (7 PM) and 22°C (midnight), stop for a coffee or a cool drink, or try an Indian chicken masala in coconut milk (our tip ) at one of the many restaurants, street cafés, or wine bars.

https://discover-timisoara.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Mediaș (in German Mediasch, in Hungarian Medgyes, and in Saxon dialect Medwesch, Medves, or Meddesch) is a town (and municipality, explanation below) in Sibiu County, Transylvania.

The town of Mediaș also includes the village of Ighișu Nou (German: Sächsisch-Eibesdorf) and has a population of approximately 35,000 to 55,000 inhabitants. After Sibiu, Mediaș is the second-largest and most populous city in Sibiu County.

In Roman times, a fortress named “Media” was located on the present-day site of the city. Later, in the 12th to 13th centuries, Hungarian kings settled German and Western European colonists in this area, known as the Transylvanian Saxons.

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

We received a travel report and beautiful pictures from the motorcycle friends of our dear Roland . Here are pictures from June 27, 2025 and the ride over the Transalpina… Beautiful!

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

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

Visit Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant in the heart of Sibiu / Hermannstadt (Strada Cetatii no. 14), just about 150 meters southeast of the Grand Square / Ring (Piata Mare), with its beautiful outdoor terrace.

Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant | https://pardoncafesibiu.ro

The restaurant offers a wide selection of European, Romanian and local regional dishes.

Peleș? No — Cantacuzino Castle (in the town of Bușteni, Prahova County) was not only the filming location for Nevermore Academy in the series “Wednesday”, but is also one of the most beautiful and important historic buildings / castles in Romania.

For all fans : Season 2 of “Wednesday” premiered on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, on Netflix.

Furthermore, the castle, as a member of the Historic Cafés Route, serves as a junction in the HCR Experience Map with the European Fairy Tail Route Experience by HCR > https://hcr-coe.com/discover-historic-cafes-route-tours/

The castle park, covering 60,000 m² and framed by its own 1,000-hectare private estate, invites visitors to linger and is today one of the most visited attractions both in the resort town of Bușteni and in the Prahova Valley.

On the way from Charlotenburg to Buzias, just before the village of Hitias, you cross the Timis River. We were there (July 20, 2025), at the right time to take beautiful photos of a flock of sheep being driven across the river.

https://discover-timisoara.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Pictures from mid-July 2025, in the evening, from Timisoara in western Romania.

A city full of life — it’s wonderful to stroll through the center at temperatures between 28°C (7 PM) and 22°C (midnight), stop for a coffee or a cool drink, or try an Indian chicken masala in coconut milk (our tip ) at one of the many restaurants, street cafés, or wine bars.

https://discover-timisoara.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Visit the Republic of Moldova (passport required for entry), Romania’s northeastern neighbor. The Castel | Winery | Restaurant Mimi is one of the largest and highest-quality offerings in the country and stands out in a European comparison for its exceptional history and achievements.

August 15: Dinner and live music outdoors, in the castle park and directly in front of the illuminated backdrop of the castle. An unforgettable experience

More information and reservations: https://castelmimi.md

All of Transylvania in one place awaits young and old / all visitors in Odorheiu Secuiesc. The town is located about 25 km east of Sighisoara, in Harghita County.

Learn more and find lots of information > https://parculminitransilvania.ro/minitransylvania-en

Experience and discover, following the Historic Cafés Route, wonderful travel destinations in Transylvania. Visit historic sites and squares, learn more about the world of coffee, and simply indulge.

https://hcr-coe.com/discover-historic-cafes-route-tours/

If you would like to design and visit your own Historic Café Route in Transylvania, the German tour operator DRS Reisen GmbH from Stuttgart will gladly prepare a personalized offer according to your wishes (also for group and themed tours) > https://drs-reisen.de

The Red Cliffs (Rapa Rosie) are a nature reserve with an area of about 10 hectares, located about 4 km north of the city of Sebes. The widely visible Red Cliffs (also easily seen from the A1 motorway) are about 800 meters long and have heights between 50 and 425 meters.

The nature reserve includes specific erosion and deposition formations that give the landscape an impressive appearance, as well as a special flora with many rare and endemic elements.

We thank the city of Sebes for the permission to use these pictures.

A small town in Banat with its own airport… well, actually just with its own airplanes, which probably belong to the owner of the café/restaurant.

Buzias in Timis County is alive with the charm of the past: Emperor Franz Joseph commissioned the construction of a magnificent garden with a round wooden pavilion here for Empress Sissi in 1875 (more about this in a future post).

And for 20 years now, right next to it, there has been La Aeroport, the only airport/airplane restaurant in Romania. Both are definitely worth a visit.

The place is also perfect for children and families, as you can not only enjoy a coffee, ice cream, or more under the airplanes… but one airplane is also ready to take the little guests on a journey into the realm of fantasy ✈️

Galati is the capital of the district of the same name in Moldova, in southeastern Romania.

It was visited by royal families and was one of the richest cities in Romania. Today it is a well-known port city, near Brăila and it is definitely worth a visit.

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

In addition to the botanical garden, the zoo, many parks and museums, churches and much more, approx. The 2 1/2 km long promenade on the waterfront, a wonderful view over and to the Danube, which in some places reaches a width of up to 900 meters.

We thank the photographer Florin Mocanu for the permission to use these images.

They are not prepared everywhere in Romania according to the same recipe. Depending on the region and taste of the individual, they also in size vary from one place to another.

Sarmas contains meat wrapped with other ingredients in vine leaves or sauerkraut. Sarmale can be without meat (vegetarian) with vegetables.

We present a special recipe from Moldova with meat filling.
For 1 kg of minced meat (pork, beef, chicken or a mixture) add:
– 4 – 5 medium onions
– 100 grams of rice
– salt, pepper – one teaspoon each
– Dill and parsley – to taste
– Tomato broth (150 grams)
– 4 tablespoons oil (in combination with chicken)

If the meat is lean, add a few tablespoons of breadcrumbs or corn flour to better tie the mixture. Mix the contents well and then wrap it in vine leaves or cabbage, according to your preferences.

Cook for about two (2) hours, placing the sarmale close to each other in a saucepan and adding water. When the liquid in which the sarmale boils is low, add hot water to compensate. Check after the first hour of cooking and then whenever you think it is necessary.

We thank “Mama” Postolache for the recipe and her daughter for work and images.

From the amount of ingredients, about 120 wires are produced. They are usually consumed with sour cream (cream / cream) and hot pepper (chili pepper). Also, depending on the region, white bread and polenta (from maize semolina, similar to Italian polenta) are added.

We wish you good appetite (Bon appetite)

Under the motto “Art, Nature & Stars in perfect harmony”, the Kuriozum Music Festival takes place at Zabola Estate Transylvania in Zabala (Covasna County).

Enjoy three days full of culture under the Perseids meteor shower on the grounds of Zabola Estate.

✨ Highlights:
Alexandru Tomescu & his Stradivarius
Theatre by Gigi Căciuleanu
Music nights curated by Aylin Cadîr
Equestrian show
Fashion talk
Astronomy workshop
Hungarian ballads at dusk
Star-gazing, campfire & afterparties

️ Children under 14 free.

Program / Info: KURIOZUM
Tickets: https://www.eventim.ro/…/kuriozum-music…/event.html

First of all, a beautiful and typically German word, “Dampflokomotivenmuseum” (in Romanian: Muzeul locomotivelor cu abur), but definitely a wonderful place here in Hermannstadt / Sibiu for all railway fans and those who want to become one.

The museum, inaugurated in 1994, includes about 40 locomotives, both standard gauge and narrow gauge, as well as snow plows and steam cranes. Seven of these locomotives are still operational today and can be admired and ridden during special trips or trains.

The Steam Locomotive Museum is located opposite the main train station in Sibiu (in German: Hermannstadt) and consists of the former roundhouse and the turntable of the railway line. The exhibited locomotives were built between 1885 and 1959 in Romania and other countries such as Germany (Henschel & Sohn, Borsig, Schwartzkopff) and the United States (Baldwin Locomotive Works).

Mr. Roland Schmid sent us these photos. Thank you, dear Roland, we didn’t know about it until now and it really is something special.

At the end of August 2025, the city of Craiova (in the southwest of Romania, Dolj County) turns into a magical stage for one week for the Puppets Occupy Street Festival.

A festival with giant puppets, street artists, fantastic creatures, and over 400 free events.

https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/de/uir/puppets-occupy-street-festival-craiova-de

Photos from previous editions, our thanks to Puppets Occupy Street Festival Craiova

Only about 150 meters southeast of the Large Square / Ring (Piața Mare) and thus in the center of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, you will find Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant with its beautiful outdoor terrace.

Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant | https://pardoncafesibiu.ro

The restaurant offers a wide selection of European, Romanian, and local dishes from the region.

Visit the pirate ship at Corabia Piratilor in Avrig / Freck, Sibiu County. Pool, sand, cocktails, and holiday vibes from 5 PM to 2 AM in the heart of Transylvania.

DJ Toni del Mare () from 5:00 PM with international hits, Romanian music, German Schlager, Ritmo Latino

Draft beer and cold cocktails, admission: 50 lei (box office), two heated pools at 30°C, children under 14 free (with accompaniment).

Need a shuttle or accommodation? Send a message to info@heide-reisen.de.

Dance, laugh, enjoy — it will be an unforgettable evening!

https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro/

The village of Ighișu Nou (known as Eibesterf in Saxon, Eibesdorf in German, and Szaszivanfalva in Hungarian) is part of the Medias Municipality in Sibiu County.

The village was first mentioned in documents in 1305 and became a free Saxon settlement in 1325.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for providing these photos (taken in early August 2024).

From August 15 to 17, 2025, the city festival takes place in Sulina, Tulcea County.

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The city of Sulina is located at the mouth of the Danube into the Black Sea and is not connected to Romania’s road network. It can therefore only be reached by boats and ships.

Beautiful photos from the motorcycle friends of our dear Roland At the end of June 2025, Biertan and the surrounding area were on the plan / on the route.

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Our heartfelt thanks to the photographer(s) for sending the pictures and for granting permission to use them.

This church/fortified church is located in the commune of Biertan (in German Birthälm, in Hungarian Berethalom) in Sibiu County, Transylvania.

Biertan is part of the first German-Saxon settlements and was officially mentioned in documents in 1398 (other sources: 1402).

Like every Saxon settlement, it stands out with a row of houses surrounding a central square, above which rises the imposing fortified church. Between 1572 and 1867, Biertan was the seat of the Saxon episcopate (bishopric of the Evangelical Church A.C.), which favored the development of one of the largest peasant communities in Transylvania around this fortified church. It is a medieval and architectural treasure in Romania, definitely worth a visit.

We thank photographer Sorin Onisor ( facebook.com/sorinonisor ) for allowing us to use these beautiful images.

Moldovita Monastery is a Romanian Orthodox monastery located in the commune of Vatra Moldovitei, Suceava County. The monastery was built in 1532 by Petru Rares, the illegitimate son of Stephen III of Moldavia.

It is one of the eight monasteries in Northern Moldavia with frescoes on the exterior walls. Sister Maika, who has lived in the monastery for more than 50 years, says it is “the Holy Scripture in color.” The frescoes of Moldovita were painted by Toma of Suceava in 1537. They are filled with yellow accents and are well preserved. The predominantly yellow-blue paintings on the outside depict recurring themes in Christian Orthodox art.

We thank Mrs. Monika Opreapopa for sending and allowing us to use these pictures.

Putna Monastery is located about 70 kilometers from the city of Suceava and is part of the so-called Moldavian monasteries, a group of Romanian Orthodox monasteries in southern Bukovina.

According to a legend told by the historian Ion Neculce, before founding the monastery, Stephen the Great shot an arrow from a mountain into the nearby Carpathian valley. The prince decided to build an altar at the spot where his arrow landed. Afterwards, Prince Stephen had the monastery built between 1466 and 1469.

The monastery was consecrated on September 3, 1470. At that time, Putna Monastery was a flourishing cultural center. Between the 15th and 16th centuries, clergy and chroniclers from the region were trained there.

We thank Mrs. Monika Opreapopa for sending and allowing us to use these pictures.

From August 30, every weekend the annual Potato Festival takes place at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig (German: Freck), Sibiu County.

In Brukenthal’s palace garden you can enjoy potato specialties from around the world, mutton and roast suckling pig, freshly baked treats, and vegetables and fruit from Transylvania’s bountiful harvest.

https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro (German, English, Romanian)

Reservations for themed menus, accommodation or leisure offers at Corabia Piraților Resort: +40 (0)726 234 417, email office@palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

In August we followed the journey „ Schnuff ” and his motorcycle friends, here again a beautiful place to travel.

A visit to the church (Roman Church) Saint John Iacob from Neamt, which is just a few kilometers northwest of Targu Neamț, in Neamț County.

With an altitude of 1,904 meters, Mount Toaca is the second highest mountain in the Ceahlau massif (Neamt county) in northeastern Romania.

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A small city tour in Sighisoara (in German Schässburg, in Hungarian Segesvar) with a visit to the Evangelical Cemetery and the Evangelical Church with the hill school, a stop in a rustic restaurant, and also a visit to the birthplace of Vlad Tepes Draculea III, who served as inspiration for the Irish writer Bram Stoker’s “Count Dracula.”

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Text and pictures: Roland Schmid. Dear Roland, we thank you here as well for your efforts, for everything you do, and for your enthusiasm for Romania.

The Red Lake (Lacul Roșu) is a natural reservoir in the Harghita district of northeastern Romania.

It is located in the Hasmas Mountains, on the upper bank of the Bicaz River and at the foot of Hasmasul Mare Peak, near Bicaz Gorge, about 25 km from Gheorgheni and about 30 km from Bicaz (Neamt district).

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Kreuzburg an der Bistritz is located in the east of northern Romania ( Neamț District ) in the so-called Westmoldau, at the foot of the Eastern Carpathians.

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The city is about an hour away by car ( 60 km ) from Bacau and is surrounded by wonderful nature and many attractions.

Explore the golden autumn/winter with DRS Reisen GmbH from Stuttgart and follow the Historic Cafes Route through the region of Transylvania / Siebenbürgen. Many beautiful travel destinations are waiting for you.

You will stay three (3) nights at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig including breakfast from €179 (per person in a double room, price depends on travel period).

All information and offers:
https://drs-reisen.de/…/auf-der-historischen-cafe…/

Kreuzburg an der Bistritz (Piatra Neamt) is located in the northeastern part of Romania, in the so-called Western Moldavia, at the foothills of the Eastern Carpathians.

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The small town of Bicaz is located in Neamț County on the eastern edge of the Ceahlău Mountains, which is part of the Eastern Carpathians.

Through the deeply cut gorge of the Bicazului Gorge, 10 kilometers long, whose rock faces sometimes rise more than 100 meters vertically, a passage road leads in the southwest direction to the Red Lake, about 30 meters. kilometers away.

Near the village of Rosiori (about 15 km south of the city of Suceava) lies the Monastery of Saint Mina. The “Saint Mina” Monastery of Rosiori is an old-style Orthodox monks’ monastery, built in 1995.

Historical chronicles mention the existence of a hermitage dedicated to the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel in the 19th century. During excavations around the monastery, the remains of monks buried here were found. Also discovered was a brick from 1864 bearing the name of a monk, Porphyr, who was buried next to the church wall.

Between 1934 and 1937, there was already a monastery here. A monk from Neamț Monastery, Protosinghel Gamaliil, established a new monastic settlement on the site of the ruins of the former hermitage.

We thank Mr. Daniel Sippel for sending these impressive pictures.

The city, which was the European Capital of Culture in 2023, is located in western Romania. Many nations, cultures, many names, and many stories come together in this city: Timisoara, Temesvar, Temeswar, or Temeschburg.

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Timisoara has a lot to offer in every season and is always worth a visit

Along the Danube, the Banat region, the statue of Decebalus, Serbia (on the other side of the Danube), and so much more.

The statue of the Dacian king Decebalus (c. 86 to 106 AD) is 55 meters high and is the largest/tallest rock sculpture in Europe. It is located on a rock formation of the Almaj Mountains on the bank of the Danube, near the village of Dubova (Mehedinți County) in the Iron Gates Natural Park (Parcul Natural Porțile de Fier).

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

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the city of Sinaia, Prahova County.

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It was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I of Romania and was confiscated by the communist regime in 1947. After the Romanian Revolution of 1989, Peles was returned to the former King Michael, who was living in exile in Switzerland.

The bay windows and half-timbered walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king’s homeland. Seven terraces surround the castle. Part of the 160 rooms can now be visited. The castle museum houses weapons, sculptures, furniture, and decorative objects from the 15th–19th centuries, as well as an orchestrion. The castle is especially impressive for its magnificent woodwork.

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

The Bear’s Cave (in German Bärenhöhle) is one of the most famous caves in Romania. It is located in the northwest of Transylvania / Romania, approximately 75 kilometers southeast of the county town of Oradea in Bihor County.

The Bear’s Cave (municipality of Pietroasa, village of Chiscau) was discovered by chance in 1975 and showcases an impressive world of stalactites in its beauty and variety of forms. The highlight of each tour is the visit to a fossilized skeleton of a cave bear (Ursus spelaeus). This skeleton is fully preserved and has been there for about 15,000 years.

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

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

Beautiful pictures from the Iron Gate Nature Park (Parcul Natural Portile de Fier).

Decebalus, the Danube basin, Ponicova cave, Modavita waterfall and Buraul mare, Veterani cave, Drencova fortress, Trescovat mountain and much, much more!

We thank Banatului Montan for the permission to use these pictures.

Beautiful pictures from the Iron Gate Nature Park (Parcul Natural Portile de Fier).

Decebalus, the Danube basin, Ponicova cave, Modavita waterfall and Buraul mare, Veterani cave, Drencova fortress, Trescovat mountain and much, much more!

We thank Banatului Montan for the permission to use these pictures.