Botsch, Romanian Batos Hungarian Batos is one of seven German villages in the so-called “Reener Ländchen” near the town of Sächsisch Regen, Romanian Regin, Hungarian Szaszregen.

In autumn 1944, all the Germans in the area were forced to flee westwards. Some returned in 1945. Resettlement to Germany began in the 1970s. Today, there are still intact Protestant congregations in all of these seven villages and in the town of Sächsisch Regen, which celebrate their services in German. All the churches have been renovated and are well worth a visit.

We would like to thank Mr Frank Schleßmann for sending us these wonderful pictures and the corresponding text/explanation.

Many more Romania trips and offers from the German provider DRS Reisen GmbH in Stuttgart.

https://drs-reisen.de/reise/mittelalterliches-siebenbuergen/

German travel agency, including travel insurance certificate.

Many more Romania offers at DRS Reisen GmbH from Stuttgart.

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German travel agency, including travel insurance certificate.

Oradea (German name Großwardein), hundreds of sights and different facets of this city in wonderful pictures.

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We thank the photographer Maciu Alexandru ( instagram.com/maciualexandru/ ) for the permission to use these pictures.

On the road between Sibiu and Brasov lies the town of Făgăraș, and you should definitely plan a visit to the 14th-century Făgăraș Fortress and the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, both located right next to each other.

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A beautiful and atmospheric picture of Rupea Fortress, taken by photographer Sorin Onișor.

Rupea Fortress is located near the town of Rupea, about 50 km from Brasov – on the road to Targu Mures – and is one of the oldest fortresses in Romania.

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The fortress, built in the 11th century, is the symbol of Rupea. Situată pe Dealul Cohalmului (578 m), domină împrejurimile. Este menționată documentar pentru prima dată în 1324, când sașii s-au răsculat împotriva regelui Ungariei.

Thanks to the photographer Sorin Onișor for permission to use this image.

The printing is underway and you can now order the 68-page brochure 2025 directly to your home in Germany (protection fee 2,80 Euro per brochure, shipping costs 2,00 Euro).

Link: https://romania-euro24.de

The booklet will be delivered in the first week of March and will reach you in 1-2 days (shipment from Niederbayern). For questions / suggestions / wishes, please send a PM or an e-mail to ja@red-frog-galati.com

View the brochure online in Romanian / German / English:
https://welcome-to-romania.com or
https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/

Already noted in the calendar Saturday / Sunday, June 07 and 08, 2025, the Slow Food Festival returns to Berca (Buzău County).

The Slow Food Festival takes place in the Artisans Square in the town of Berca. If you come over the bridge and see the Berca Monastery or enter the locality, turn immediately left after the bridge and continue about 200 meters.

The Carpenter’s Tower of Sibiu / Sibiu ( in Romanian: Torreul Dulgherilor ) was in the 14th century. 17th century built by the Saxon carpenter guild of Hermannstadt.

The tower was part of the city’s third fortified belt and is today the left tower, defensive wall and fortress still preserved. It is located on the Zitadellenstraße ( Harteneckgasse, named after the mayor Johann Sachs von Harteneck ).

The pottery tower was built in the 15th century by the Saxon guild. It was also part of the town’s third fortified ring and is located to the right of the preserved defensive and fortress wall.

Those vacationing in and around the Prahova Valley have a wide range of opportunities to experience history, adventure and nature.

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Experience the town of Sinaia and take a walk to Peles Castle and its “little brother” Pelisor, visit Busteni and Cantacuzino Castle (the filming location of Netfilx’s Wednesday) or Caraiman Monastery, Caraiman Mountains and Caraiman Peak / Sphinxul (cable car / gondola in Romanian Telecabina, available). Not far away are Râșnov (town, fortress, Dinopark) and Törzburg (Bran, Dracula’s castle), and Brașov / Kronstadt can also be reached in a short time.

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The Transalpina, or “King’s Road” as it is also known, has been fully reopened since the beginning of June (as has the Transfăgărășanul).

It links the towns of Novaci in Gorj county and Sebeș in Alba county. The 138-kilometer-long road crosses the Parâng Mountains and has its highest point in the Urdele Pass.

Salina Turda is located in the town of the same name in Cluj county, southeast of Cluj-Napoca.

We would like to thank Mr. Camille Feller and his wife Katja Feller for sending us these wonderful photos and giving us permission to use them. Thank you very much!

The Vâlcea Village Museum is located in Bujoreni, about 4 km from the county seat, Râmnicu Vâlcea.

The museum is organized like a village and shows life in rural settlements in times gone by. The idea was conceived in 1969 and gradually implemented. Definitely worth a visit.

Thanks to Mr. Alexander Laszlo for his efforts and for sending these pictures (taken on 17 September 2023).

The Cantacuzino Castle was not only the filming location for the “Nevermore Academy” Wednesday series, but it is also one of the most beautiful and important historical buildings / castles in Romania.

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The castle park of 60.000 square meters, framed by its own private land of 1.000 ha, invites you to linger and is today one of the most visited attractions both in Busteni resort and in Prahova Valley.

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

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

Curtea de Argeș Cathedral (Curtea de Argeș Monastery, Curtea de Argeș Cathedral) 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 the Byzantine style with Moorish arabesques.

Iulia Hasdeu Castle is located in the small town of Câmpina, Prahova County.

Iulia Hasdeu Castle was built by the historian and politician Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu as a small fortress. Work began in 1893, after Hasdeu’s daughter, Iulia Hasdeu, died at the age of 19, an event that deeply shook his life. He claimed that his deceased daughter provided him with the plans for the castle’s construction during séances. The building was completed in 1896.

The stories say that this castle is deeply frightening. There are specially designed rooms for spiritualist rituals, complete with seating for spirits. Many claim that Hasdeu (the father) did not build the castle to commemorate his daughter Iulia, but to worship Satan. Others claim to have seen Julia’s ghost, who haunts the castle to this day, dressed in white and adorned with daisies.

Since 1994, Iulia Hasdeu Castle houses the “B.P. Hasdeu” Memorial Museum, which exhibits the furniture and personal belongings of the Hasdeu family, including photographs, original documents, manuscripts, reviews written by Hasdeu and paintings by Nicolae Grigorescu and Sava Henția.

Thanks Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use these images.

Not only in Maramureș and Transylvania, but also in Bucovina there is a “Mocăniță” (pronounced: Mokaniza). The word Mocăniță refers specifically to a narrow railroad operated by steam locomotives.

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

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

Bistritz, în română Bistrița, în maghiară Beszterce, în județul Bistrița-Năsăud, în nordul Transilvaniei, este capitala așa-numitului Nösnerland.

Punctul de reper al orașului este biserica parohială protestantă cu cel mai înalt turn de biserică din România (75 de metri). Biserica a fost grav avariată într-un incendiu de proporții în 2008. Lucrările ample de restaurare și renovare au fost finalizate în acest an. Din turnul bisericii parohiale, la care se poate ajunge cu liftul, se are o priveliște fantastică asupra orașului și a munților din jur.

Dorim să îi mulțumim domnului Frank Schleßmann pentru că ne-a trimis aceste imagini minunate și textul/explicația corespunzătoare.

Both the Transalpina and Transfăgărășanul are open… and especially here, but also in many other regions, you can meet them again… brown bears.

Our big request in advance:
DO NOT FEED THE BEARS!
DO NOT ATTRACT BEARS!

BEARS are wild forest animals and not “objects of adventure”, please respect this during your trip and when you encounter one or more bears! Have fun, but stay in the car and keep going slowly.

There are around 8,000-10,000 brown bears living in the wild in Romania, and more and more bears are being attracted to roads and cities, unfortunately, the bears are being fed by some travelers and so they keep coming back on the roads, even with their cubs.

We understand, it’s quite an experience … but bears can also be dangerous and, more importantly, by feeding them, you are destroying the natural basis of life and perhaps even the life of animals … for a moment of attraction.

Therefore, please let the bears… be bears and show responsibility … Do not feed the bears and please do not stop when you see one or more bears by the roadside. This behavior will attract the bear because it thinks it has food. However, leaving your vehicle in such a situation to get a closer look at a bear should NEVER happen. Thank you!

A worth-reading article on how to deal with bears:
https://www.trentino.com/…/verhaltensregeln-bei…/

It should be noted that feeding bears in Romania has now become a punishable offense. Your vacation can end quickly and prematurely here!

We continue to work on our new information section (sorted by regions in Romania) on camping, caravanning and more.

https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/camping-in-romania-en/

RV and free camping / wild camping | Many things are possible, not all are allowed and some can even be dangerous. Romania’s Carpathian Mountains are inhabited by brown bears, there are many national parks and protected areas, and many things are forbidden. However, if you don’t want to stay in an official campsite, ask in the town you want to camp in. It is certainly possible to stay on private property (with permission), in front of a hostel (with permission) or elsewhere. But please ask… and so that locals can inform you about possible dangers (e.g. bears).

Our online list is still missing a lot of information and details, so please help us to complete this list (in Romanian, German and English).

New places can be added free of charge and after a quick check we will publish them online. Thanks in advance to everyone who helps us

There is also a small rating system so that those who wish to leave their impressions can do so. Please, of course, choose the right words. Thank you.

Many tourists come to Romania with their own car or rent one from the airport and … are sometimes a bit overwhelmed by the parking situation in some cities. So, some useful information and tips.

And one tip first of all: **don’t be swayed by locals’ parking creativity**. Cars are picked up quite quickly (especially from fire zones, in front of hospitals, intersections, pedestrian crossings, etc.), and retrieving them requires **paying on the spot** and, most difficult of all, finding out where the car has been taken. This can be a real adventure

# Stress-free parking in Brăila
Brăila, a city in south-eastern Romania, has around 150 000 inhabitants. Parking is always available, even in the city center, and **all parking in Brăila is free**.

# Neighboring city Galati … a bit more complicated
Galați, also in the south-east of Romania, has about 150 000 inhabitants. 300,000 inhabitants, has many paid parking lots (both in the center and in other areas). The fee applies **Mon-Sat, between 08:00 and 20:00** and can be paid at parking meters or by SMS (Romanian number required). **Please NOTE**: if you do not pay the parking fee, you will soon find a “nice” **wheel lock** . Unlocking fees vary between **200-300 Lei (40-60 Euro)**, depending on the hour.

# Brașov – parking with patience
In or near the center of Brasov **it’s difficult to find parking spaces** at any time. Many streets are one-way, and looking for a spot can take time. Parking is **paid (Monday-Saturday, between 08:00-20:00)** and can be paid at the parking meter, by SMS (for one hour, but you can send more than one SMS – Romanian number required) or by app (you can pay for 24 hours). Parking is paid throughout the city, so always check the signs.

# Timisoara, European Capital of Culture 2023 … modernization in action
In the city center, parking is **paid**, but spotting those who don’t pay is very efficient. A special **vehicle equipped with cameras** scans parked cars in real time and automatically checks the parking payment. We don’t know the exact technical details … but we suspect that fines are automatically issued to those who have not paid the fee.

# Bucharest … without words
Parking in Bucharest is **two options**: either at the hotel or **20 km outside the city** . The traffic is intense and the driving style **reminiscent of some action movies or Italian cities**. In many neighborhoods, including the city center, parking is **contra cost** and can be paid at the parking meter, by SMS (Romanian number required) or by app. In the Old Center area it is **almost impossible** to find spaces or they are extremely expensive (**300 Lei – 60 Euro for 24 hours**). **Recommendation**: choose a hotel with free parking and use taxi, Uber or public transportation. Worth it!

# In small towns and rural areas
Here parking is usually **very easy and free** . However, check the signs near tourist attractions as there may be local charges.

# What if I … ignore the fine?
It doesn’t work! In most cities, the fine is accompanied by a **wheel lock** (yellow or orange). Unblocking fees vary by the hour. So, **if parking is paid, pay the fee** – it’s simpler and cheaper.

More experiences about parking in Romania? Leave a comment!

# And a little reminder: Rovinieta
To drive on **highways and national roads in Romania** a vignette (Rovinieta) is mandatory. It can be purchased online, **up to one month in advance** of your journey: [https://www.roviniete.ro/de/](https://www.roviniete.ro/de/) Costs are affordable:
– 3 Euro / 7 days
– 7 Euro / 30 days
– 13 Euro / 90 days
– 28 Euro / 1 year

Rental cars usually come with a toll, but always check before!

Good driving and worry-free parking!

VPlease keep the following points in mind when traveling in Romania. As of July 1, 2023, the use of dipped headlights is also mandatory during daylight, both in and outside cities (i.e. everywhere).

Also, a vignette is required for almost all roads outside cities (highways as well as national roads). The costs are not high, and the vignette can be purchased at many gas stations or online (no more than one month before your trip): https://www.roviniete.ro/en/

A vignette, which can be bought online (same link as above), is also required for motorway transit through Hungary. In addition, the vignette for Austria can be purchased via https://asfinag.at or from petrol stations in Germany / Hungary (and of course in Austria – but then it might be too late). Always keep your receipt, as in Austria they also check proof of payment, not just the vignette.

In Romania, the drink-driving limit is **0,00‰** !!!

Speed limits in Romania:
– max. 50 km/h in cities
– max. 90 km/h on national roads (even if Google Maps shows 100 km/h!!!)
– max. 130 km/h on highways

It is compulsory to have a **extinguisher** (although tourists are sometimes an exception) and **two reflective triangles**.

Even if other road users (especially trucks!!!!) exceed the speed limits in the locality, obey them for the safety of yourself, your family, other road users and, of course, to avoid fines.

Pedestrians ALWAYS have priority at pedestrian crossings (except when there is a traffic light). Stop if you see a pedestrian intending to cross.

At railroad crossings without barriers, stop completely and check in both directions. It is required by law and, above all, for your safety. In addition, the running surface over the tracks is often uneven – keep your distance from the vehicle in front and don’t start crossing while it is on the tracks!

Have a safe journey! Gute Fahrt!

A magical road through the Făgăraș Mountains. The Transfăgărășan road links the historic regions of Walla Wallachia and Transylvania, offering spectacular mountain scenery.

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Tip: The Transalpina (also known as the “neighbor road”) is usually open from the beginning of June and the Transfăgărășanul from the beginning or middle of June, depending on snow cover.

Seen (July), photographed and immediately googled. The hummingbird butterfly (Macroglossum stellatarum), with its extremely rapid wing beats (up to 80 beats per second), might be mistaken for a hummingbird at first glance, but it is actually a butterfly (family Sphingidae).

This butterfly can be found from Spain to Japan, along the entire east-west length of the Palearctic*. Our people come from Galati (a city in south-eastern Romania) and probably speak fluent Romanian

*The Palearctic region, also known as the Palearctic, refers in biogeography to an ancient zoogeographic region of the world that traditionally includes Europe, North Africa and Asia (except the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia and the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula), as well as the islands adjacent to these areas (Source: Wikipedia).

Pictures from the Făgăraș / Retezat Mountains inspiring hiking / trekking and discussions. Thanks for the many comments on the pictures, we are glad that our text is being read … and in this case … also corrected. Thank you for that.

https://www.karpaten-offroad.de/tour/rumanien-retezat-gebirge/ | https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/

The village of Viscri (German: Deutsch-Weisskirch, Hungarian: Szaszfeheregyhaza) is located in the district of Brasov (Kronstadt) in Transylvania.

It lies northwest of the town/castle Rupea (German: Reps) and southeast of the town of Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg). The village had about 700 inhabitants between the 18th and 20th centuries, mainly Transylvanian Saxons plus a Romanian part of the village. Viscri is characterized by both the fortified church and the village structure, which was shaped by the Saxon farms.

The village was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons at the end of the 12th century and was first mentioned in a document from 1185. The fortified church stands at the north-western end of the village.

We would like to thank “Schnuff” and his motorcycling friends, who showed us a lot of new things in and about Romania on their motorcycle trip in August 2023.

Our tips … The National Art Museum in Timisoara is definitely worth a visit. Three exhibitions are currently on display, and here are a few images from late October 2024

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Pictures from yesterday (March 21, 2025) in Timisoara. Spring is making its presence felt with great strides, and the sun and a cup of coffee outdoors are already a pleasure.

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Sometimes everything is upside down in life, here in Avrig’s Brambura Park (Freck in German), this is the norm. An experience for children, families and every visitor.

Pictures from Brambura Park in mid-May 2024 in Avrig (approx. 25 km southeast of Sibiu), the adventure park for everyone > https://brambura-park.ro/

Experience an unforgettable Easter (April 19-21) in a fairy-tale setting at the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig (in German Freck).
Enjoy an exquisite menu, carefully prepared to delight your senses and make Easter a special moment. Traditional dishes made with high quality ingredients and fine dishes for all your loved ones. Selected wines that perfectly complement each dish and add a touch of refinement to your experience.

Contact: +40 (0)726 234 417 | office@palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro
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Egg Hunt for Kids
Take the little ones on an unforgettable adventure! Join the egg hunt and discover the eggs hidden in the gardens of Brukenthal Palace! Besides the fun, each child will receive surprise prizes and experience a magical atmosphere!

Egg Painting – Let your imagination run wild!
Children will have the opportunity to express their creativity in the “Painting on Eggs” activity, where they can personalize their own eggs and turn them into real works of art! ️

Book your place now and experience an unforgettable Easter!
Brukenthal Palace Avrig
Magical Easter for the whole family – at Brukenthal Palace!

Thanks to Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these wonderful images (photos from October 2024) and for permission to use them.

Bran Castle (German name: Törzburg) is located on the so-called Dietrichstein cliff in the town of Bran, Transylvania, Brasov County.

Thanks Castelul Bran for permission to use this image.

The city of Oradea (in German Großwardein, in Hungarian Nagyvarad) is the capital of Bihor County and is located on the eastern edge of the Great Hungarian Plain, on the Crișul Repede River (in German Schnelle Kreisch, in Hungarian Sebes-Körös).

The city center is 13 km from the Hungarian border.

Photos by Theo Onic, Cristina Pop

The new boutique hotel “Casa Chitic” has a wonderful location in the center of Brasov, Transylvania region and is only a few meters from many tourist attractions such as the Black Church.

The visitor will find a hotel with historical architecture combined with all modern standards and modern comforts.

https://xn--deutschsprachiges-gastgewerbe-rumnien-sed.de/en/boutique-hotel-casa-chitic/

The Muntele Mic massif is a mountain range in the Retezat-Godeanu Mountains, which are part of the Southern Carpathians.

Muntele Mic is popular for hiking in spring/summer/fall and is easily accessible by car. It is situated between the Țarcu Mountains, the Godeanu Mountains and the Retezat Mountains. The highest peak is the Varful (mountain) Muntele Mic at 1802 meters.

In winter, it is a small but popular ski resort in Banat, 130 kilometers from Timișoara. There are six (6) slopes with different levels of difficulty: Borlova 1, Borlova 2, Vâlsanu, Nordica, Isai, Felix.

We would like to thank Mrs. Corinna Haisch Coliev for sending the images/text. We would also like to thank Little Mountain Online for permission to use the images.

Bucharest is the largest city and the industrial and commercial center of Romania.

With a population of around 1.8 – 2.x million, Bucharest is one of the largest cities in the European Union.

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Bucharest is the largest city and the industrial and commercial center of Romania.

With a population of around 1.8 – 2.x million, Bucharest is one of the largest cities in the European Union.

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The Red Lake (der Rote See) 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 the Hasmas mare peak, near the Bicaz gorge, about 25 km from Gheorgheni and about 30 km from Bicaz (Neamt district).

Pictures (AP), mid-July 2022

Country life is very different from city life. It’s marked by family, hospitality, traditions, traditions, deprivation and hard work until old age.

And … it’s often a happier life than we imagine. Those who have little, have fewer worries, and the many daily world news items that we constantly receive on our phones (and don’t necessarily need), reach these people less often, or perhaps not at all.

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onișor ( Sorin Onișor ) for permission to use these atmospheric images.

Now in early spring, but also all year round … a great place for a hike in the mountains of Transylvania / Transylvania.

Besides a wonderful view of the still snow-capped Bucegi Mountains, you’ll also find the rustic-elegant restaurant Amfiteatrul Transilvania. It is located in a restored 19th-century farmhouse and is approx. 10 km south of Bran ( municipality of Moieciu de Sus, accessible via Bran, Moieciu de Jos, Cheia ).

Learn more about the restaurant: Amfiteatrul Transilvania

Thanks to Mrs. Teodora Mocanu for permission to use this image. Thank you

Caraiman Monastery is an Orthodox monastery founded in 1998 in Busteni, Prahova district, at the foot of the Caraiman massif.

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Buila-Vânturarița National Park: Pictures from a walk / hike on the alpine trails of Buila-Vânturarița National Park, Valcea county, at over 1,400 meters altitude.

Discover more about Romania and its travel destinations: https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/

Thank you Centrului Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea for permission to use these images.

Photo: Fairy tale places for body and soul

Prislop Monastery is a monastic settlement located near the village of Silvasu de Sus, in Hunedoara County.

In 1564, a small church was built here by Zamfira, daughter of Moise Vodă Vodă from Walla Wallachia. This monastic church, dating from the 16th century, has been declared a historical monument.

Thanks to Relu Chiriac for permission to use these images.

March and still cold, in some regions (in DE and RO) it snowed again.
Pictures from August 2023 from the Black Sea, here in Mamaia, Constanta…
Summer vacation 2025… coming soon

Thanks to Andreea Postolache for sending these images.

In the heart of Brasov, next to the Boutique Hotel Casa Chitic, Beciul Transilvănean / Pivnița Săsească welcomes you as in the past, with Romanian dishes, inviting aromas and an atmosphere full of authentic charm.

Monday: 15:00-22:00, Tuesday – Saturday: 12:00-22:00, Sunday: 12:00-19:00
Strada Johann Gott 7, Kronstadt / Brasov 0720 331 144

Fundata is located in Brasov county, in the Transylvania region.

Situated at an altitude of 1,360 meters, Fundata is the highest settlement in Romania. It lies halfway between Bran and Rucar, close to the Bucegi Mountains and Piatra Craiului.

Thanks Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use this image.

Marienburg in Feldioara (Romanian name of Marienburg) is a medieval castle of the Teutonic Order in the Transylvanian region of the district of Brasov.

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The castle offers a wonderful view of the surrounding area and the mountains of Brasov (German name: Kronstadt), is located approx. 20 kilometers from Brasov on the road to Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg) and was built on a hill (almost 500 meters above sea level).

In 1211 King Andrew II. of Hungary called the Teutonic Knights of Hungary in support of the Kumans of the country to secure 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 environment. In 1838, the town of Marienburg ( English name: Feldioara ) was severely destroyed by an earthquake. Between 2013 and 2017, the castle ruins were renovated and largely rebuilt.

The Sphinx is a natural rock formation located in the Bucegi Mountains*, at an altitude of approximately 2,215 meters.

*The Bucegi Mountains are located south of the city of Brasov (Brașov), on the eastern edge of the Southern Carpathians in Romania.

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And onward we follow the journey of “Schnuff” and his motorcycle friends, today part 8 of x.

The fortified church of Biertan is located in the municipality of Biertan ( in German Birthälm, in Hungarian Berethalom ) in the district of Sibiu in Transylvania. Biertan belongs to the first German-Saxon settlements and was already mentioned in 1398 ( other sources: 1402 ).

Like any Saxon settlement, it stands out by a series of houses, which rise around a central square above the imposing church fortress. Between 1572 and 1867, Biertan was the seat of the Saxon Episcopate (Bishop of the Evangelical Church A.B.), which favored the construction of one of the largest peasant communities in Transylvania around this fortified church. It is a medieval and architectural treasure in Romania, which is definitely worth a visit.

Beautiful pictures of the pilgrimage church Maria Radna in Lippa (Lipova in Romanian) in Arad county.

The church was built as a basilica and is considered the most important place of pilgrimage for Catholics in Banat and the Banat Mountains because of its image of grace. Romanians, Hungarians, Germans, Germans, Bulgarians, Croatians, Czechs and Slovaks from Romania regularly come here for pilgrimages and visits.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending us these beautiful pictures and the corresponding text/information.

Experience an unforgettable Easter (April 19-21) in a fairy-tale setting at the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig (in German Freck).
Enjoy an exquisite menu, carefully prepared to delight your senses and make Easter a special moment. Traditional dishes made with high quality ingredients and fine dishes for all your loved ones. Chosen wines that perfectly complement each dish and add a touch of refinement to your experience.

Contact: +40 (0)726 234 417 | office@palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro
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Egg Hunt for Kids
Take the little ones on an unforgettable adventure! Join the egg hunt and discover the eggs hidden in the gardens of Brukenthal Palace! Besides the fun, each child will receive surprise prizes and experience a magical atmosphere!

Egg Painting – Let your imagination run wild!
Children will have the opportunity to express their creativity in the “Painting on Eggs” activity, where they can personalize their own eggs and turn them into real works of art! ️

Book your place now and experience an unforgettable Easter!
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Magical Easter for the whole family – at Brukenthal Palace!

Tradition and customs in Banat – those who see the pictures without knowing the history of the Danube Swabians might think that they are somewhere in Germany, in the region of Swabia. But no, these photos are from Romania.

Images from the Kirchweih celebration in the commune of Liebling, located in the county of Timiș, in the historic Banat region. In the German communities of Banat, Kirchweih holidays are traditionally celebrated. On this occasion, the beautiful folk costumes of the Vlachs are worn. If you are traveling through the Banat from summer to autumn, it is well worth a visit.

Thanks to Mr. Frank Schleßmann for providing these wonderful pictures and the accompanying text/explanation.

Romania is a country rich in history and therefore … just as rich in corresponding buildings and numerous stories.

There are still 300 fortified churches in Transylvania alone, as well as fortresses, castles, many fortresses and ruins in large numbers.

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Thanks to the photographers / Facebook groups of the photos for permission to use them.

How could it be easier and ‘decelerated’.” Kayaking through the Danube delta,

Make time for nature and also have time to relax and immerse yourself in another world

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Since the end of March/beginning of April, storks have been spotted again in many villages in south-eastern Romania and Transylvania.

Almost every pole, no matter how daring the cable construction may seem, is inhabited by a nest. At the beginning of June (pictures from previous years), the “little guys” are already quite big and will soon be on the move again…

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The city of Craiova (Krajowa) is the largest city in the historical region of Lesser Wallachia and the capital of Dolj County.

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It is located about 220 kilometers west of Bucharest, in the Muntenia Plain, on the left bank of the Jiu (Șil) River. A Dacian settlement, called Pelendava, existed on the site of today’s town around 400-350 BC. At the beginning of the 2nd century AD the Romans established a camp here. Remains of this Roman fort have been excavated in the urban area of Craiova.

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What you should not miss in Brasov (Brasov) is the ascent (hiking, about 1 hour 30 minutes) to Tampa Peak at 960 meters altitude.

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Right next to the BRASOV sign BRASOV offers a marvelous view of the city and the adjacent region.

Of course, those who want to can also go by gondola, but in addition to the cost, you have to accept very long waiting times ( on weekends ).

The university town of Iași (also known as Jassy and Jasch in German, formerly Jassenmarkt, Jaszvasarist in Hungarian) lies 20 kilometers west of the border with the Republic of Moldova and about 400 km northeast of Bucharest.

See images from early April 2023 that will charm and delight.

Thanks to photographer Ovid Meyer ( facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011175371598 ) for permission to use these wonderful images.

You should visit … the opera, museums, the Grand Mosque, the lion house, the marina, many cafes and restaurants in beautiful squares, parks and much more …

Constanta on the Black Sea has a history of over 2,000 years, which is documented in the National Museum of History and Archaeology. Roman floor mosaics from the 4th century AD can be seen in the nearby Mosaic Museum. Also nearby is the Charles I Mosque, covered with a huge Persian carpet and whose minaret towers over the city.

You should visit … the opera, museums, the Grand Mosque, the lion house, the marina, many cafes and restaurants in beautiful squares, parks and much more …

Constanta on the Black Sea has a history of over 2,000 years, which is documented in the National Museum of History and Archaeology. Roman floor mosaics from the 4th century AD can be seen in the nearby Mosaic Museum. Also nearby is the Charles I Mosque, covered with a huge Persian carpet and whose minaret towers above the city.

You should visit … the opera, museums, the Grand Mosque, the lion house, the marina, many cafes and restaurants in beautiful squares, parks and much more …

Constanta on the Black Sea has a history of over 2,000 years, which is documented in the National Museum of History and Archaeology. Roman floor mosaics from the 4th century AD can be seen in the nearby Mosaic Museum. Also nearby is the Charles I Mosque, covered with a huge Persian carpet and whose minaret towers above the city.

Two images, one of the Stelvio Pass in Italy, the second highest mountain pass in the Alps, and one of the Tranfagarasan Pass in Romania, the second highest mountain pass over the Carpathians (in Romania).

Rupea Fortress/Castle (first mentioned in 1324, German name: Burg Reps) is located near the town of Rupea, halfway between Brasov and Sighisoara, in the northern part of Brasov county.

The fortress of Rupea served as a refuge for the population of the surrounding villages against repeated sieges by the Turks and Tatars. It was built in 1324 during the Saxon revolt against the Hungarian king Charles Robert of Anjou.

Later, the inhabitants added three defense towers and two inner courtyards, which served as shelters. The first courtyard has a 59-meter deep well, which still has water today.

Find out more about the fortress and tourist destinations in Romania:
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Thanks Go_out_Romania for permission to use some of the images.

Horezu Monastery is a Romanian Orthodox monastery of nuns located in the historical region of Muntenia Mică, in Valcea county.

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Situated at the foot of the Căpățânii Mountains, a mountain massif in the Transylvanian Alps, in the village of Romanii de Jos, the monastery is about three kilometers (in a straight line) north of the small town of Horezu.

The cries of nocturnal birds of prey (huhurezi in Romanian) nesting in the woods around the monastery probably gave the place its name. The monastery was founded in 1692 by the then Prince of Muntenia Constantin Brâncoveanu (1654-1714) and completed in 1709. It was a men’s monastery until 1862. After the monks were transferred to Bistrița, nuns came to the monastery. The monastery complex has been restored several times since 1827 and is a listed building.

Situated on a hill, the monastery complex is surrounded by two fortifications. The smaller outer wall surrounds the entire monastery estate with its hermits. The second is formed on three sides by buildings of different heights and a wall to the east. The entrance to the monastery is on the south side through a bell tower with a massive wooden gate armored with steel. The monastery church of Saints Constantine and Helen in the center of the complex is 32 meters long, 14 meters high and was built between 1693 and 1697. There are several tombs in the vestibule of the church, the most beautiful of which is decorated with marble and a carved lid, intended for Prince Brâncoveanu, but which never fulfilled its purpose and was therefore never used. The large iconostasis is carved in lime wood and covered 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 built in 1697. The frescoes in the chapel were created between 1705 and 1706 and are still in good condition today.

Thank you Centrul Național de Informare și Promovare Turistică Vâlcea for permission to use these images.

Learn more and discover travel destinations (in DE, EN, RO and other languages):
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The monasteries of Bucovina are located in Suceava county in northeastern Romania.

They include the areas and monasteries of Putna, Sucevița, Vatra Moldoviței, Arbore, Mănăstirea Humorului, Cacica, Botoșana, Botoșana, Cajvana, Pătrăuți, Mitocul Dragomirnei, Șcheia, Ilișești, Udești, Baia, Râșca, Slatina, Vama, Sadova, Fundu Moldovei, Pojorâta, Dorna Arini, Ciocănești, Panaci, the cities of Gura Humorului, Dolhasca, and the municipalities of Suceava, Siret, Câmpulung Moldovenesc, Fălticeni, Vatra Dornei.

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The hotel is the ideal place for a weekend in the countryside, away from the noise of the big city.

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For private parties, hikes with friends in the mountains, courses, team-building meetings or simply for relaxation. There are many places worth visiting nearby, such as the Hurezi Monastery (Horezu Monastery).

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

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

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The National Village Museum “Dimitrie Gusti” is an open-air museum in Bucharest, which presents rural life as it has been practiced for centuries in the rural areas of Romania.

Founded in 1936 by Dimitrie Gusti, Victor Ion Popa and Henri H. Stahl, it is located on the Kiseleff Road and covers an area of over 100,000 m².

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Beautiful pictures from July 2023 from the district capital Oradea of Bihor county.

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Fortified church Honigberg in Transylvania, Brasov county, just a few kilometers from Brasov… beautiful.

An hour flies by, and there is something for everyone: for history and story lovers, Transylvanian enthusiasts, adventurers, families with children who can explore the battlements and the way of life of yesteryear, and much more!

Our conclusion: The visit is 100% worth it.

The city of Brăila is located in south-eastern Romania on the Danube and adjacent to the Danube delta.

The nearest larger city Galati is about 15 km downstream (east) away.

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The Castle of the Transylvanian Wolves is located in Chimindina (Hunedoara county), just 15 minutes from Deva.

“In the distant past, the Castle of the Wolves in Chimindia was the place where the Great White Wolf gathered the wolves of Dacia to plan their support in the Dacian-Roman war. Rooted in a medieval history and used as a military base by Austria-Hungary, the castle combines historic architecture with the beauty of nature, offering an oasis of tranquility.

The 15,000-square-meter courtyard is illuminated by miniatures of traditional households and churches created by master Ion Rodo ș, the only Romanian folk master in the Romanian Guinness Book of Records. The courtyard also offers a spacious play area and the ticket price of 20 lei (€4) includes all activities for children.”

Read more: Castelul Lupilor Transilvania

Near the town of Anina is the Bigar Waterfall, which was created on the basis of travertine ( tuff limestone ) and on the World Geography website in 2013 topped the list of the most impressive waterfalls in the world.

A large slab of cantilevered travertine, collapsed on June 7, 2021 under its own weight. Since then, the waterfall’s image has changed, but it’s worth a visit and remains.

Thanks to Mrs. Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

In the middle of one of the most beautiful mountain regions in the Carpathian Mountains is the Balea Lac Chalet (mountain hut/hotel), right next to the glacial lake of the same name.

Accessible directly on the legendary Transfăgărășan road (in winter by cable car) and situated at an altitude of 2,034 meters, the hotel offers accommodation of international standards.

It can also be visited in winter with an “ice hotel” > https://www.hotelofice.ro/

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Hermannstadt (Sibiu in Romanian, Nagyszeben in Hungarian and Hermestatt in Sieburg-Saxon) is a town in the geographical region of Seiburg and was/is one of the centers of the Seven Citizens of Saxony.

Probably in 1147 the first German settlers arrived in the area; they settled on the hill above the river Zibin, today’s Oberstadt. The first documented mention of the town dates back to 1191 as praepositum Cibiniensem; a fool appeared. From 1223 the Latin name is “Villa Hermannni” and from 1241 the German equivalent is Hermannstorf.

In the 14s. Century, Hermannstadt developed into a commercial center of international importance. It was one of the most important towns in Transylvania – perhaps even the most important, as it was not only the center of trade, administration and the church, but also the largest fortress in the whole of Transylvania.

The town of Sighișoara (in German Schässburg / Schäßburg, in Hungarian Segesvar) is one of the most important and also the most colorful towns in Mureș County.

Sighișoara lies in the historic region of Transylvania, in the heart of Romania.
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The Moskovits Palace (named after the engineer Moskovits Miksa) in the city of Oradea (Bihor County) was built in 1905 by the architect Rimanoczy Kalman jr. designed.

It is a two-storey building with many ornaments with plant motifs and one of the most beautiful examples of the Secession style (a variant of Art Nouveau, which developed mainly in Austria) of that time.

Alba Iulia (in German Karlsburg or Weißenburg, in Hungarian Gyulafehervar) is the capital of Alba county in the historical region of Transylvania.

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Diana Cristea, Ovidiu Gruescu, Miriana Doroban, Madeline Ecaterina

If you want to visit Charlotenburg, you can find this place in the Romanian Banat, Timis County.

Charlotenburg (or Sarlota, also known as Barita) is a village in the commune of Bogda, Timiș county. It is the only “round village” in Romania.

The village was founded by 32 families (171 people) who emigrated from Baden-Württemberg, Alsace-Lorraine and the German-speaking Trentino region. Its existence owes much to Count Karl-Ignaz von Clary and Aldringen, who was appointed president of the Banat administration in 1769. The village was designed and built in a circular shape with an inner diameter of 210 meters.

Thanks to Mr. Frank Schleßmann for providing these images and the corresponding (partial) text/explanation.

The village of Kleinlasseln (Laslau Mic in Romanian) is located in the district of Mures (Mures) and is a typical (former) Saxon village in southern Transylvania.

The old Protestant churches in the village usually still harbor small hidden treasures. Only a few Germans still live in the village.

Thanks to Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending us these wonderful pictures and the corresponding text/explanation.

Discover the beauty of the Carpathian Mountains and/or Romania’s wine regions with German-speaking tour operator Carpathian Outdoor Tours (photos 1/2).

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Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Castle, Iron Market Castle in German, Corvin Castle or Huniazilor Castle in Romanian, Vajdahunyadi var in Hungarian) is one of the most important non-ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

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

After 1440, the Hungarian statesman and military commander Johann Hunyadi had an existing fortification converted into the ancestral castle of the Hunyadi family. In the second construction phase, the castle was extended from 1458 under King Matthias Corvinus. At the beginning of the 17th century, Prince Gabor Bethlen carried out another major remodeling of the building. As a result, today’s castle is a mixture of different architectural styles.

Hermannstadt / Sibiu at night … always beautiful

A small village (Mergeln / Merghindeal) in the historic region of Transylvania (Transylvania, Transylvania, Transylvania), photographed in mid-May 2022. Beautiful.

Thanks to photographer Sorin Onișor ( facebook.com/sorinonisor ) for permission to use these images.

Valea Viilor (German: Wurmloch) is a commune in Sibiu county, Transylvania region.

Valea Viilor, originally Vorumloc, was probably first mentioned under the Hungarian name Baromlak in 1224 (possibly 1305). Transylvanian-Saxon Hörigendorf, which was originally held by the nobility, was later able to join the Mediascher see and thus become free. Until 1964, the place in Romania was run under the German-derived name Vorumloc, later renamed “Valea Viilor” (German: valley of the vines).

In 1850 the proportion of Germans was over 65% and in 1977 over 50%. Today only about 1-2% of the inhabitants are German.

Thanks Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (Photo: Adrian Arsu) for permission to use this image.

Stavropoleos Monastery is an Orthodox monastery in the center of Bucharest, the Romanian capital.

It was built in 1724 in the Brancoveanu style by the Greek monk Ioanichie Stratonikeas and is considered one of the most beautiful and important architectural monuments of the Romanian capital. The church is dedicated to Archangels Michael and Gabriel.

Dracului 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 jumped into the lake after losing a bet with a shepherd.

Thanks Banatul Montan for permission to use these images.

The city of Deva is located in Hunedoara county, close to the highway connecting Timisoara to Sibiu, in Transylvania.

Thanks Go Hunedoara (Photo: Muntean Florin) for permission to use these images.

Cozia National Park is located in the north-eastern part of Valcea county, within the administrative radius of Brezoi, Călimănești, Racovița, Perișani, Sălătrucel and Berislăvești municipalities.

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Thanks to the photographer Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

Bolii Cave is located on the road that connects the Jiului Valley to Țara Hațegului, about 6 kilometers from the town of Petroșani in Hunedoara County.

Bolii Cave is a natural opening, accessible along its entire length.

Thanks to Mrs. Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

The Shepherd’s Shower waterfall in Cheile Jiețului, Hunedoara county, during the fall.

Thanks to the photographer Mrs. Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

Pictures from a week-long trip in Romania, including Transfăgărășan, Sighișoara and more…

Thanks to Mr. Daniel Sippel for sending these pictures.

Rupea Castle is located near the town of Rupea (German: Reps), about 50 kilometers 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 landmark of the town of Rupea (Reps). Perched 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.

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

With a population of around 400 000, Cluj-Napoca is the unofficial capital of Transylvania. There are universities, a lively nightlife and many buildings dating back to the time of Hungarian and Saxon rule. Surrounding the main square, Union Square, is the Gothic Church of St Michael and an equestrian statue of the 15th-century King Matthias Corvinus. The baroque Banffy Palace is now a museum displaying Romanian art.

Beautiful pictures of the “Merry Cemetery” and the museum/workshop in Săpânța (Maramureș County), which we received today from Mr. Alexander Laszlo. Thank you very much for them.

The “Cimitirul Vesel” is located about 18 kilometers west of Sighetu Marmatiei and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the Maramureș region.

The crosses, which were painted by local craftsmen, are vividly colored and predominantly blue.

The idea for the cemetery was conceived in 1935 by the woodcarver Stan Ioan Patras. He wanted to create a cemetery, unique in Romania, which would show the life and personality of the deceased in a cheerful representation. Each cross has a carved image at the top depicting a special moment in the life of the deceased. Underneath, short poems or humorous rhyming texts describe the life of the person buried there.

The printing is underway and you can now order the 68-page brochure 2025 directly from your home in Germany (protection fee 2,80 Euro per brochure, shipping costs 2,00 Euro).

Link: https://romania-euro24.de

The booklet will be delivered in the first week of March and will reach you in 1-2 days (shipment from Niederbayern). For questions / suggestions / wishes, please send a PM or an e-mail to ja@red-frog-galati.com

View the brochure online in Romanian / German / English:
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Impressions from Timișoara, more than an hour old Spring is making its presence felt, or rather the beginning of summer… it’s so hot here.

Timisoara is in western Romania and was European Capital of Culture in 2023 > https://discover-timisoara.com

Sibiu is an important cultural and economic center in southern Transylvania.

Together with Luxembourg, Sibiu was European Capital of Culture in 2007.

Find out more about Sibiu:
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Thank you Living in Sibiu ( https://www.instagram.com/living.in.sibiu/ ) for permission to use these images. Church photo: Mr. Frank Schleßmann

“Vero Italiano” (Real Italian). Italian-style food, freshly prepared right in front of your guests and located at the foot of Brasov’s landmark.

Visit the Cucinino Pasta & Pizza restaurant and indulge. And if you want to stay the night, the Boutique Hotel Casa Chitic is looking forward to welcoming you.

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Danube Delta, Sulina, Black Sea and back

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Bucharest is the largest city and the country’s industrial and commercial center.

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Danube Delta, Sulina, Black Sea and back

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Old and new, historic and modern, young and old, rich and poor, restless and timeless …

Those who have the time and the muse to look around discover a thousand things, feelings and much more …

All photos were taken in the district of Piata Romana, which occupies an area of about 500 x 500 meters in the center of Bucharest.

Danube Delta, Sulina, Black Sea and back

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A small selection of cities, places and destinations you must visit when traveling in Romania.

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Town of Sighișoara in Mureș county | Bârsana Monastery in Maramureș county | Corvin’s Castle / Hunedoara in Hunedoara county | City of Sibiu in Sibiu county | Bran Castle in Brasov county | Peles Castle in Prahova county | Putna Monastery in Suceava county | Black Sea and its beaches | Carpathian Mountains, nature and much more

Beautiful pictures from Iron Gate Nature Park.

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

Thanks Banatului Montan for permission to use these images.

Beautiful pictures from Iron Gate Nature Park.

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

Thanks Banatului Montan for permission to use these images.

Visit Kronstadt (Brașov) and discover the charm and multifaceted facets of a wonderful Transylvanian town.

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The village/community Barsana (old spelling Birsana) is located in the Maramures district.

Situated in a beautiful landscape, Barsana has tourist attractions such as the wooden church “The Entrance of the Mother of God from the Church” built around 1720 in the center of the village.

The monastery of Barsana, located on the south-eastern outskirts of the village, was first mentioned in 1390, but abandoned and dismantled again in 1800. The buildings on the site today were rebuilt in wood at a later date. A convent of Romanian Orthodox Romanian Orthodox nuns is located there today.

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Visit Kronstadt (Brașov) and discover the charm and multifaceted facets of a wonderful Transylvanian town.

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Pure relaxation, being pampered with delicious meals made with local produce, a swimming pool and yet adventure all around.

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

Conacul Grigorescu (Buzău county, near the village of Berca) offers a family atmosphere and is centrally located in the triangle Bucharest – Brasov – Danube Delta. It’s also a perfect starting point for excursions to the Dealu Mare wine region or for hiking and sports adventures in the UNESCO Buzău Geopark.

A magical route in and through the Făgăraș Mountains. The Transfăgărășan road links the two historic regions of Muntenia and Transylvania in a breathtaking mountain landscape.

Info: The Transalpina (also known as the neighboring road) is open since June 1, and the Transfăgărășan is expected to open at the end of June (more details will probably be known in mid-June), depending on snow conditions.

https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/ (in German, English, Romanian)

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (photo: Carpathian Mountains) for permission to use this image.

Medias (in German Mediasch, in Hungarian Medgyes and in Saxon Medwesch, Medves or Meddesch) is a town in Sibiu county in Transylvania.

The city of Mediaș consists of the town of Mediaș and the neighboring village of Ighisu Nou (German: Sächsisch-Eibesdorf) and has about 55 000 inhabitants. After Sibiu, Mediaș is the second largest and most populated town in Sibiu County.

In Roman times, there was a Roman fortress called “Media” on the site of today’s town. Later, in the 12th-13th centuries, the Hungarian kings settled German and West-European settlers, the so-called Transylvanian Saxons, in this area of Mediaș.

The village of Hosman ( in German Holzmengen ) is located in the district of Sibiu in Transylvania and is part of the municipality of Nocrich ( Leschkirch ).

Thanks Your Guide in Transylvania (photo: Adrian Arsu Films) for permission to use this image (January 2022).

Always a pleasure: Salina Turda is a veritable museum of the history of salt mining. It is located in the town of Turda, which is situated in Cluj county.

The temperature in the saline remains constantly between 10-12 degrees Celsius. It is one of the oldest and famous salt pans in Transylvania / Romania.

More salt ponds and information in Romania:
https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/#Salzbergwerke

Thanks to Destination of the Year for permission to use these images: https://destinatiaanului.ro/

Three wonderful and successful days at the fair come to an end today. Many visitors from many countries have crossed our threshold, there have been many interesting discussions and the journey continues… to Romania… for a vacation in Romania

https://welcome-to-romania.com | https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/

Yesterday evening, at the Romanian Embassy in Berlin, an event was held to present the new brochure “Vacation in Romania 2025”, which was attended by over 150 guests.

Our sincere thanks to the Romanian Ambassador, Mrs. Adriana Stănescu, to our partner RoBoost, to Mr. Robert Schwartz from the German-Romanian Society, to our dear and always hyperactive Mr. Cristian Macedonschi, and to all those who made this event possible.

Brochure online: https://welcome-to-romania.com

Images from the summer of 2023 from Oradea, the capital of Bihor county in north-western Romania.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending us these beautiful images.

Sighișoara (in German Schäßburg, in Hungarian Segesvar) is one of the most important towns in the county of Mureș, in the Transylvania region of Romania.

https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/destinations-romania-sighisoara/

The town is situated on the river Kokel Mare (Tarnava Mare in Romanian). Thanks to Andreea Postolache for these pictures (summer 2021).

Pelisor Castle is located about 300 meters from the “Big Brother”, Peles Castle in Prahova district.

The castle was built between 1899 and 1902 by architect Karel Liman (chalet style), commissioned by King Carol I (Charles I) for his nephew, later King Ferdinand I, and his wife, Queen Marie of Romania.

The Fortress of Brasov (in German Kronstadt) is a fortification built in the 15th century on Straja Hill (Castle Hill) to repel enemy attacks.

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

Throughout its history, it has been attacked and rebuilt again and again, and was even an important defensive point during the First World War. Originally, there was only the fortress tower. The outer fortress was built between 1630-1631. The horseshoe-shaped central tower has three floors and has served several purposes over the centuries: it was used as a storehouse, a prison for Turkish prisoners in the 18th century and a fortress.

Later, during the plague, a special ward was set up for the sick.

Photos from late September 2023 (CR)

January pictures from the old city center of Brasov, in the so-called Burzenland* and Transylvania region.

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

* Țara Bârsei (Burzenland in German, Barcasag in Hungarian) is a historical and ethnographic region in south-eastern Transylvania, with a mixed Romanian, German and Hungarian population.

Wonderful pictures (Spring 2023) from the Retezat Mountains, Hunedoara county.

Mount Stana Scorota is 1,580 meters high and is a superb example of charming nature.

Thanks Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images (Photo: Savu Milica Emil).

Yesterday was the first day of the fair, and many, many visitors came to find out more about Romania and browsed through our new multilingual brochure “Holidays in Romania 2025”, which they immediately took with them

Current brochure online: https://welcome-to-romania.com
available in German, English, Romanian, Romanian, Spanish (from 06.03) and Chinese

A small selection of images that will surely inspire you to travel to Bucharest.

Bucharest is one of the largest cities in Europe and the capital of Romania. It has a wonderful historic old city center (Old Town, Lipscani), many large and beautiful parks and, above all, a rich history, full of contrasts and fascinating stories. Bucharest can be loved or hated… or both at the same time. It’s definitely worth a visit.

Voroneț Monastery is located in the municipality of Gura Humorului in Suceava County in the historical region of Bucovina (Bucovina) in Romania.

It was built in 1488 by Stephen the Great in a period of just under four (4) months to commemorate the victory in the Battle of Vaslui.

Learn more about Romania, landscapes, tourist attractions and cities: https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula for permission to use these wonderful images.

Discover the beauty of Romania’s Carpathian Mountains and/or wine regions with the German-speaking tour operator Carpathian Outdoor Tours (photos 1/2).

https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de | https://www.karpaten-offroad.de

Caraiman Orthodox Monastery was founded in 1998 in Busteni, Prahova County, at the foot of the Caraiman Mountains.

In the Ilfov district, a few kilometers northwest of Bucharest (Romania’s capital), Mogosoaia Castle is located on the shores of Lake Mogosoaia, in the municipality of Mogosoaia.

The castle contains a main courtyard and many buildings, such as the watchtower and the church “St. George” near the courtyard.

The Wallachian Prince Constantin Brancoveanu had the castle built between 1698 – 1702 on the estate of the widow Mogos (from which the name Mogosoaia was later derived) in the Brancoveanu style architecture named after him.
In 1714, when Constantin Brancoveanu and his entire family were executed in Constantinople, the Ottomans confiscated the entire family fortune and turned the palace into an inn (a kind of inn).

In the following decades, the castle was repeatedly conquered, destroyed and rebuilt, until it became the property of George III in 1912. Valentin Bibesco arrived, who was married to the French writer Marthe Bibesco of Romanian nobility. He gave the estate to his wife, and Marthe Bibesco restored the castle extensively.

Image: 04.09.2021, almost blue sky at about 32 degrees

Would you, as a travel agency, travel agent, tour operator or coach transportation company, like to find out more about Romania and/or establish connections with Romania?

Visit us at ITB Berlin from March 4 to March 6 | Hall 1.1 / 109, at the official Romanian stand.

https://welcome-to-romania.com | https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/

ITB Berlin:
https://www.itb.com/de/besuchen/ausstellerliste/

Information: ITB is a B2B (Business to Business) fair and does not provide information for individual tourists. However, we also present in parallel our new brochure Romania 2025, already available online (link above) and also available in print.

https://youtu.be/UvQO42x-GFw

About 35 km northeast of the city of Brasov, in the direction of Sfântu Gheorghe, is the Medveles találkozóhely bear observation point in Covasna county. And yes, the name doesn’t just sound Hungarian, it is Hungarian… because in this part of Romania, although situated far in eastern Transylvania, the main language spoken is Hungarian.

Information and details
https://medveles.hu/en/programs/tourist-bear-watching

According to current estimates, approximately 8,000-10,000 brown bears live in the forests and mountains of the Romanian / Transylvanian Carpathians. Those who have always wanted to meet a bear “eye to eye” in safety have the perfect opportunity here. The observatory offers visitors and photographers the possibility of controlled contact under professional guidance, with numerous options – from bear watching to off-road vehicle tours.

Thanks Observator de urși for permission to use these wonderful images.

The Horezi Monastery (also known as Hurezu 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 located about three kilometers (air company) north of the small town of Horezu.

The cries of the nocturnal birds of prey (Romanian owls) that roost in the woods 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.

Thanks to Relu Chiriac, Galati for permission to use these images.

Măgura is a village in the county of Brasov and is part of the commune of Moieciu. It lies on the eastern side of the Piatra Craiului massif, about six kilometers west of Bran Castle.

Thanks Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (photos @claudiu_alxd) for permission to use these images.

Just a few kilometers from the city of Oradea, Bihor County, lies Baile Felix, a spa town with internationally renowned hot springs.

The thermal springs in Băile Felix have been in use for about a thousand years. The water temperature varies between 20 and 49 °C. The spa town has a modern cultural center with a theater, cinema, concert hall, library, numerous sports grounds and outdoor swimming pools supplied with thermal water. Cafes, restaurants, pubs, bars, bookshops and shopping facilities of all kinds.

The parks with alkaline sulphur springs are home to the pink-flowered water lily “Nymphaea lothus thermalis”, a plant unique in Europe and a botanical relic from the Tertiary period. It is the landmark of the town of Bad Felix; a neighborhood is named after it: The Water Lily (Seelotus).

Among the baths’ famous guests are Marlene Dietrich, Charlie Chaplin and painter Salvador Dali. Today, with 200 springs, Bad Felix is the largest spa resort in Romania.

Thanks to Mrs. Anda Crihana for sending us these pictures (July 2022). Thank you Anda

The first flowers of the steppe peony (Paeonia tenuifolia) usually bloom in May in the Zau de Campie nature reserve (photos: 2022).

The nature reserve is located in the communes of Zau de Câmpie and Valea Largă in Mureș county, close to the border with Cluj county.

Text/image source: https://destinatiaanului.ro/
Photos: Ciprian Cenan

If you ever get to Bucharest, you must visit it! Caru’ cu Bere is a famous brewery in Bucharest that opened in 1879.

The brewery is located in the eastern part of the center of Bucharest (Old Center), between Lipscani and Stavropoleus streets.

The dining room on the ground floor is seven meters high and decorated in Gothic style, with columns, stucco ceilings, carved wainscoting and paintings. Access to the other floors is via a carved oak staircase.

Spring, summer and fall invite you to hike and hike, but also to e-bike in the middle of beautiful nature.

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

Romania offers varied landscapes and untouched nature … in all seasons.

Thank you Royal Compass for permission to use these images.

The small town of Bicaz is located in the Neamt district, on the eastern edge of the Ceahlau Mountains, which are part of the Eastern Carpathians.

Through the deeply cut gorge of the 10-kilometer-long Bicaz Gorge (Cheile Bicazului), whose rock walls partly rise more than 100 meters vertically, a pass road leads in a south-westerly direction to the Red Lake (Lacul Rosu), about 30 kilometers away.

Many cultures, many names and much history come together in one city: Timisoara, Temesvar, Temeswar or Temeschburg and many more …

Read more about the city and get more information and suggestions:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/…/destinations…/

The printing is underway and you can now order the 68-page brochure 2025 directly to your home in Germany (protection fee 2,80 Euro per brochure, shipping costs 2,00 Euro).

Link: https://romania-euro24.de

The booklet will be delivered in the first week of March and will reach you in 1-2 days (shipment from Niederbayern). For questions / suggestions / wishes, please send a PM or an e-mail to ja@red-frog-galati.com

View the brochure online in Romanian / German / English:
https://welcome-to-romania.com or
https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/

Are you a travel agency, tour operator or transportation company and want to find out more about Romania and make connections?

Visit us at the ITB (International Tourism Fair) in Berlin, March 04 – 06 | Hall 1.1 / 109, at the official Romanian stand.

https://welcome-to-romania.com | https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/

ITB Berlin:
https://www.itb.com/de/besuchen/ausstellerliste/

Information: ITB is a B2B (Business to Business) fair and is not aimed at individual travelers. On this occasion, we will also present the new brochure “Holidays in Romania 2025”, already available online (link above) and soon also in print.

The village of Saschiz (in Saxon: Keist, Kaest, in German: Keisd, in Hungarian: Szászkézd) is part of the municipality of the same name in Mureș county, Transylvania.

It lies on the road between Rupea and Sighișoara, about 15 km before Sighișoara.

Szászkézdi Parasztvár / Saschiz / Transilvania

Sibiu (German: Hermannstadt) is an important cultural and economic center in southern Transylvania.

The old center / city center of Sibiu in beautiful pictures. Hermannstadt (in Romanian Sibiu, in Hungarian Nagyszeben and in the Transylvanian Saxon dialect Hermestatt) is the county seat of the county of the same name in the historical region of Transylvania.

The first German settlers are believed to have arrived in the area in 1147. The first documentary mention of the town dates back to 1191. From 1223 the Latin name “Villa Hermanni” is attested, and from 1241 the German equivalent Hermannstorf.

Centrul vechi / Sibiu / Transilvania

Cârța Monastery (in German Kerz) is a former Cistercian/Benedictine monastery in Sibiu county, Transylvania.

It is located on the left bank of the Olt River, between the cities of Sibiu and Făgăraș and is today an Evangelical-Lutheran church. The exact date of the foundation of the monastery of Cârța (Latin: monasterium beatae Mariae virginis in Candelis de Kerch) is unknown.

A Konstanz document of April 17, 1418, issued by Sigismund, King of Hungary, vaguely mentions that the monastery was founded, built and endowed with rights and privileges by his predecessors. Cistercian documents from the 13th-15th centuries, analyzed by Leopold Janauschek, put the year of foundation around 1202-1203.

Mănăstirea Cisterciană / Cârța / Transilvania

Rupea Fortress (in German: Repser Burg) is located near the town of Rupea (Reps), about 50 km from Brasov – on the road to Targu Mures – and is one of the oldest fortresses in Romania.

Built in the 11th century, the fortress is the symbol of Rupea. Situated on Cohalmului Hill, at an altitude of 578 meters above sea level, it can be seen from a great distance. It is mentioned in documents for the first time in 1324, when the Saxons rebelled against the King of Hungary.

Rupea Citadel / Rupea / Siebenbürgen

Făgăraș lies on the road from Sibiu to Brasov. At the end of the 12th century, the town’s castle was just a wooden fortress, which was enlarged into a stone fortress in the 14th century.

The castle houses a museum, which can be visited together with the citadel. Right next to the fortress is the cathedral/church of St. John the Baptist.

Făgăraș Fortress / Făgăraș / Siebenbürgen

The marquis is a typical gift given on March 1st in Romania. It consists of a red and white ribbon, usually with a small talisman, and is attached to the clothing.

This symbol of spring was originally worn by women and children. The two colors (red and white) represent snow and the sun.

Nowadays, mainly women are given marquise, to which lucky charms are attached. As soon as you see a tree in blossom, you hang the marquis in its branches and make a wish!