The narrow-gauge steam railway Mocănița Huțulca Moldovița in Suceava County, in the northeast of Romania. The train also runs in winter, and the schedules and prices are available online.

We thank the photographer Sorin Onisor (facebook.com/sorinonisor) for granting permission to use these pictures.

Current pictures just now… from our dear Roland and from today’s flea market in Medias, Sibiu County. And also of his favorite dish… mici, freshly served with mustard and bread on a plate Thank you, Roland

Mici are a typical Romanian national dish, and you can also find a typical Hungarian dessert in the pictures / at the flea market… Kürtőskalács, which in Germany would probably be called Baumkuchen.

Pictures from Viscri (thank you, Roland) from the end of September 2025, a village in Brasov County in Transylvania.

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The village is located northwest of Rupea and southeast of Sighisoara. Between the 18th and 20th centuries, it had about 700 inhabitants, most of whom were Transylvanian Saxons.

Holiday 2026: Cluj-Napoca (German: Klausenburg, Hungarian: Kolozsvar) in summer, (probably) the second largest city in Romania and the capital of Cluj County in Transylvania.

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 the northwest of Romania.

Cisnadie (German: Heltau, Transylvanian Saxon: De Hielt, Hungarian: Nagydisznod) is a town in Sibiu County in the historical region of Transylvania. The town is located about 10 km southwest of Sibiu (Hermannstadt) at the foot of the Southern Carpathians. Two small streams flow through the town: Paraul Argintului (Silberbach) and Paraul Ursului (Bärenbach).

Heltau was first mentioned in documents in 1204, founded by Germans (Transylvanian Saxons), and for centuries was mainly inhabited by Saxons. In 1425, Heltau received the first tower clock in Transylvania. In 1500, on the occasion of a visit by King Wladislaus II, the town was granted market rights.

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from the end of September 2025.

On the way from Sibiu to Brasov lies the city of Fagaras. At the end of the 12th century, the city’s castle was only a wooden fortress, which was expanded into a stone fortress in the 14th century.

The fortress houses a museum, which can be visited just like the fortress itself. Right next to the fortress is the cathedral/church Sfantul Ioan Botezatorul.

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from the end of September 2025.

The country with the last primeval forests of Europe—that’s how Romania is often called. Half the size of Germany and crossed by the Carpathian Mountains, the country is rich in mountains, forests, and fauna & flora.

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Regions such as Transylvania, Banat, Bukovina, or the Danube Delta invite you to visit—and even to stay. Relaxation and tranquility, or adventure: all together, yet worlds apart.

Beautiful and impressive. Pictures of regions, cities, and villages from Romania at night.

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Garda de Sus, Ranca, Timisoara, Timisoara, Oradea, Bucharest, Iasi, Oradea, Timisoara, Bucharest

Experience New Year’s Eve in its traditional form. In a picturesque corner of the Apuseni Mountains, where nature and tradition blend in perfect harmony, lies Casa Glod.

But also in spring, summer, and autumn, this place in the heart of the Western Carpathians—with authentic wooden houses, homemade food, hot tub, hikes in wonderful nature, and much more—is the perfect choice for an unforgettable holiday.

The host speaks German, English, Romanian, Italian, and French.
https://casaglod.ro | Tel.: +40 (0)746 350 969

The Mezothermal Waterfall is located in a nature reserve that covers an area of 0.5 hectares. It is a thermal waterfall (with a water temperature of about 27°C) with a high calcium carbonate content, whose appearance is constantly changing due to travertine deposits. The water comes from the Bradul spring, which rises near the town of Toplita.

We thank Mrs. Iuliana-Andreea Laurentiu for the information and for sending the pictures. Thank you

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

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

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

We thank Mr. Frank Leun for the beautiful video.

Hunedoara Castle (also known as Corvin Castle or Hunyadi Castle, German: Burg Eisenmarkt, Romanian: Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, Hungarian: Vajdahunyadi vár) is one of the most important non-religious buildings in Transylvania.

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The stone castle was built on the remains of a 14th-century fortification and is located in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

Arefu is a small village in the commune of the same name in Arges County, in the historical region of Muntenia, and is the perfect place for hiking in spring, summer, and autumn

Even more beautiful and interesting pictures from Sibiu (German: Hermannstadt) on St. Nicholas Day.

Thank you to the photographer Frank Leun (https://www.instagram.com/leun_naturfotografie) for sending these pictures. Thank you, Frank!

Beautiful pictures, a bit different, from Sibiu (German: Hermannstadt) on St. Nicholas Day.

Thank you to the photographer Frank Leun (https://www.instagram.com/leun_naturfotografie) for sending these pictures. Thank you, Frank

The Muntele Mic Massif (Caras-Severin County) is a mountain group in the Retezat-Godeanu Mountains, which are part of the Southern Carpathians.

It is located between the Tarcu Mountains, the Godeanu Mountains, and the Retezat Mountains. The highest peak is Muntele Mic, at 1,802 meters.

Pictures from Sighisoara / Schässburg in Transylvania. The city is worth a visit at any time… even now in winter

Around Christmas, during the New Year, and with the arrival of winter / the winter solstice, there are many traditions and winter customs to admire and experience in Bukovina.

Bukovina (also known in German as Buchenland) is a historical region located northeast of the Carpathians, at the crossroads of Central, Southeastern, and Eastern Europe.

We thank Sorin Onișor ( facebook.com/sorinonisor ) for the permission to use these images (from previous years).

The village of Viscri is primarily known for its fortified church, then for the house of King Charles III, and then…! Viscri is so much more and impresses with its beautiful historic buildings and much, much more. There is a lot to discover—you should do it

Thank you to Roland for sending these pictures from September 2025.

Weekly markets with regional products such as vegetables, fruit, as well as cheese and meat, still exist in almost all regions of Romania.

In many cities, there are daily markets in every district (for example, also in Galati), where you can always stock up on fresh, seasonal fruits and products at good prices.

We thank our dear Roland for the pictures

Pictures from Hermannstadt (Sibiu), located in the historical region of Transylvania in the heart of Romania.

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The old town and the fortress walls were built by Saxon settlers (the Transylvanian Saxons) in the 12th and 13th centuries and are still largely preserved in their original form today.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The university city of Iasi (German: Jassy and Jasch, formerly Jassenmarkt, Hungarian: Jaszvasarist) is located about 20 kilometers west of the border with the Republic of Moldova.

The Palace of Culture in Iasi (Romanian: Palatul Culturii), which served as the Administrative and Justice Palace until 1955, now houses four museums under the name Moldavia National Museum Complex.

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The palace has 298 large rooms with a total area of about 34,000 m² and 92 windows in the front part of the building, as well as another 36 inside the building.

The Turda salt mine is a true museum of the history of salt mining. It is located in the city of Turda, which is in Cluj County.

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The Cheile Turzii (also called Thorenburger Gorge 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).

Cluj-Napoca (German: Klausenburg, Hungarian: Kolozsvar) in summer, (probably) the second largest city in Romania and the capital of Cluj County in Transylvania.

With about 400,000 inhabitants, Cluj-Napoca 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 the northwest of Romania.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (photos from summer 2023) and for his permission to use them.

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

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 the northwest of Romania.

Peles Castle, located near the town of Sinaia in the Prahova Valley, deeply nestled in the Bucegi Mountains

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 Castle was returned to the former King Michael, who was living in exile in Switzerland.

Impressions from last autumn (October 2025) from Dumbraveni (in German: Elisabethstadt; in Saxon dialect: Eppeschdorf, in Hungarian: Erzsébetváros), a town in the north of Sibiu County.

You can find good accommodation and delicious regional specialties here:
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The town is located on the banks of the Tarnava Mare River, about 20 km east of Medias. It lies on the Transylvanian Plateau, on the border with Mures County, halfway between Medias and Sighisoara / Schässburg.

Romania is rich in nature, flora and fauna, and the corresponding nature parks. Here is a small selection of pictures from the following parks:

Cozia National Park, Buila-Vanturarita National Park, Domogled-Valea Cernei National Park, Retezat National Park, Rodnei Mountains National Park, Cheile Nerei-Beusnita National Park, Bucegi Natural Park

We thank the photographer Mrs. Corina E. Mateescu for granting permission to use these beautiful pictures. Thank you!

Everywhere the Christmas markets have started, and many will remain open until Epiphany. Visit Romania and enjoy the beautiful, peaceful, and contemplative pre-Christmas season.

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Pictures: Christmas markets in Targu Mures, Timisoara, and Sibiu / Hermannstadt.

For all those who won’t make it to a Christmas market in Romania this December… here are current pictures from Baden-Baden in Baden-Württemberg. This city / this Christmas market is definitely worth a visit as well

Thank you to Mr. Iercosan Marian for these beautiful pictures from the beginning of December 2025.

The city of Sfantu Gheorghe is the county seat of Covasna County, located north and northeast of Brasov.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (early October 2025).

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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Pictures from last weekend (November 30, 2025) of Voronet Monastery in Suceava County.

It is part of the so-called “Moldavian monasteries,” which are located in the historical region of Bukovina in the northeast of Romania. The entrance fee for visitors is 10 lei (2 euros) for adults and 5 lei (1 euro) for children and students.

We thank the photographer for sending the pictures from his weekend trip. Thank you, Roland

Pictures from last weekend (November 30, 2025) of the monasteries Moldovita, Sucevita, Putna, and Voronet in Suceava County.

The so-called “Moldavian monasteries” are located in the historical region of Bukovina in the northeast of Romania.

This includes the areas and monasteries of Putna, Sucevita, Vatra Moldovitei, Arbore, Monastirea Humorului, Cacica, Botosana, Cajvana, Patrauti, Mitocul Dragomirnei, Scheia, Ilisesti, Udesti, Baia, Rasca, Slatina, Vama, Sadova, Fundu Moldovei, Pojorata, Dorna Arini, Ciocanesti, Panaci, the towns of Gura Humorului, Dolhasca, as well as the communities of Suceava, Siret, Campulung Moldovenesc, Falticeni, Vatra Dornei.

We thank the photographer for sending the pictures from his weekend trip. Thank you, Roland

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

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The city is located on the Tarnava Mare River.

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

Tulcea, the county in which most of the Danube Delta is located, the city of Sulina, the Macin Mountains, and of course the county capital, Tulcea itself.

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Romania’s National Day commemorates the declaration of December 1, 1918, for the unification of Transylvania, Bukovina, Bessarabia (today the Republic of Moldova, the eastern part belongs to Ukraine), and the Old Kingdom of Romania.

Happy birthday! La multi ani!