The Alba Carolina Citadel in Alba Iulia (Karlsburg) was built between 1715 and 1738 under the rule of Emperor Charles VI as a fortification with seven bastions.

It served the Habsburgs as a strategic defense point along the military border with the Ottoman Empire. Alba Iulia is located near the highway on the route to or from Sibiu (Hermannstadt). A visit is definitely worthwhile.

We thank photographer Rene Benner ( facebook.com/rene.benner.1 ) for sending these beautiful images. Thank you!

City sign with viewing platform, the new Panoramic restaurant with a wonderful view over the city. Both are accessible directly by cable car/gondola from Brasov.

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Impressions from the day before yesterday (May 29, 2026) from Brasov / Kronstadt

“Bunicii” for grandparents, and “bunica” for grandmother (Oma). In Romania, family has a much higher importance than in Germany, and grandmothers, who continue working alongside their families even into old age, have been and still are the backbone of many families.

A hard life, yet always there for everyone – this defines the daily reality of these women. And… they are and will remain the best cooks in the whole country, and we can confirm this from our own experience.

We thank photographer Sorin Onișor ( facebook.com/sorinonisor ) for the permission to use these wonderful images.

Both the Transalpina and the Transfagarasan (two of Romania’s mountain roads) are usually open from the beginning of June… and especially there, but also in many other regions, you may encounter them again… brown bears.

OUR BIG REQUEST, but also a CLEAR MESSAGE:
DO NOT FEED BEARS!!
DO NOT ATTRACT BEARS!!
DO NOT STOP!!

BEARS are wild forest animals and not “tourist attractions.” Please respect this during your journey and when encountering one or more bears! Enjoy the moment, but stay in your vehicle and continue driving slowly.

Even though some drivers still do it (unwisely), feeding bears is subject to heavy fines and can be EXTREMELY DANGEROUS.

Romania is home to approximately 8,000–10,000 wild brown bears, and more and more bears are moving closer to roads and settlements because some travelers feed them. As a result, bears repeatedly return to these places, often bringing their cubs with them.

We understand that seeing a bear is a special experience… but bears can be very dangerous and, above all, feeding them destroys their natural behavior and may even endanger their lives… all for a brief moment of attraction.

Therefore, please let bears remain bears and act responsibly… NEVER FEED BEARS and do not stop when you see one or more bears by the roadside. This behavior attracts the bear because it expects food from passing vehicles. Leaving your vehicle to get a closer look at a bear should NEVER happen. It is EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. Please follow these rules. Thank you!

Recommended article on how to behave when encountering bears:
https://www.trentino.com/de/freizeit-aktiv/berge-wandern/nuetzliche-informationen/verhaltensregeln-bei-baerenkontakt/

It should be mentioned once again that feeding bears in Romania is now punished with very high fines. Your holiday could come to an end much sooner than planned!

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

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

Motorhomes and wild camping | Many things are possible, not everything is allowed, and some things can be quite dangerous. Romania’s Carpathian Mountains are home to brown bears, there are many national parks and protected areas, and many activities are forbidden 😅 However, if you don’t want to stay at an official campsite, please ask in the local area. There is usually a possibility to park on private property (with permission), in front of a guesthouse (with permission), or elsewhere. But please, always ask… local residents can also inform you about possible dangers (e.g., bears).

Our online list still lacks a lot of information, so we kindly ask for your help to complete this overview (in German, Romanian, and English).

You can submit new places for free directly on the site, and after a quick review, we will publish them online. Many thanks in advance to all the contributors 🥰

On the way from Brasov to Poiana Brasov, shortly before arriving, a glance to the right… and a wonderful sight 🥰 We simply had to stop and take a picture!

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Visit Brukenthal Palace in Avrig, Sibiu County, with the whole family. In addition to the wonderful palace gardens and the restaurant with its outdoor terrace, there are also many attractions for the “little” guests.

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Or / and also Brambura Park nearby! There, too, many activities are offered for Children’s Day >
https://www.facebook.com/BramburaPark

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 university city of Iasi (German: Jassy and Jasch, archaic Jassenmarkt, Hungarian: Jaszvasarist) is located 20 kilometers west of the border with the Republic of Moldova in northeastern Romania.

See pictures — from spring to winter — that enchant and fascinate. We thank photographer Ovid Meyer for the permission to use these wonderful images.

Tomorrow, Saturday, May 30, starting at 5:00 PM, Beach Club Avrig opens the bathing season with its first pool party. The water is heated to 32 degrees, and both the pool and the Beach Club are ready to welcome their guests.

More information at:
https://www.facebook.com/Edenul.Transilvaniei

The outdoor pool / Beach Club Avrig is located just a few kilometers southeast of Sibiu, right next to Brukenthal Palace.

Pictures from May 28, 2026, from Brasov / Kronstadt in Transylvania. Simply beautiful 🥰

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

Picture: Saschiz Fortress, May 26, 2026

The village and the fortress are located on the road from Rupea to Sighisoara, about 15 km before Schässburg / Sighisoara. The fortress is open from Friday to Sunday.

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, Patrauti, 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 municipalities of Suceava, Siret, Campulung Moldovenesc, Falticeni, Vatra Dornei.

Pictures / Text: https://destinatiaanului.ro

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The Danube is the border river between Romania and Serbia, Bulgaria and Ukraine.

Near the cities of Socol and Bazias begins the Romanian part of the Danube, until Mila 0, the so-called zero mile, the Danube estuary in the city of Sulina. It is worth seeing that it is on the river road, until after a long journey behind the cities of Brăila and Galati in southeastern Romania, in the Danube delta, it ended approximately. 60 kilometers further in the Black Sea.

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Or, of course, also available for longer stays. Approximately 50 sqm, parking space, air conditioning, 126 cm Smart TV with Netflix, and home cinema system. Located about 5 minutes by car or tram, or 15 minutes on foot from the center of Oradea.

Contact / inquiries:
stefan.lazurean@gmail.com

Phone:
+40 (0)723 511 225
or
+40 (0)722 160 940
(Languages: German, English, Romanian)

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The Clock Tower is the landmark of Sighisoara (German name: Schäßburg) and … a wonderful viewing platform overlooking the city of Sighisoara.

The tower (Turnul cu Ceas) was built in the second half of the 14th century as a defensive structure for the main gate of the citadel and as the seat of the town council (until the end of 1656). The Clock Tower acquired its current appearance at the end of the 17th century after a devastating city fire on April 30, 1676, which spread from the lower town and also engulfed the tower. Including its weather vane, the Clock Tower has a total height of about 64 meters. The walls are 2.4 meters thick at ground level, the masonry reaches a height of 39.5 meters (since 1804), and the tower contains five floors. On the top floor, the tower is surrounded by an open wooden gallery that served both as a fire watch and as a lookout over the surrounding area of the city.

The bathing season begins on Saturday, May 30, at 9:00 a.m. Visit the outdoor pool / Beach Club Avrig, located just a few kilometers southeast of Sibiu, right next to Brukenthal Palace.

Day ticket until June 15: 50 Lei (including weekends). More information in German, English, and Romanian at:
https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro/beach-club-avrig-ro/

The city of Targu Mures (Hungarian: Marosvásárhely, German: Neumarkt am Mieresch), first documented in the year 1300, is located on the Mureș River (German: Mieresch, Hungarian: Maros), on the route between Brasov and Cluj-Napoca.

Targu Mures was founded by the Székelys. The city was first mentioned in historical records in 1300 as Forum Siculorum. The history of the city, like that of all Transylvania, was shaped by the Kingdom of Hungary, the Principality of Transylvania, and from the end of the 17th century by the Habsburg Monarchy, later Hungary, and then Romania.

Beautiful pictures from the Transfagarasan taken on June 25, 2025, already making us look forward to June 2026 🥰 Here together with more wonderful images (Balea Waterfall, the Transfagarasan, and the onward journey towards Curtea de Arges).

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Our heartfelt thanks for sending these pictures and for granting permission to use them.

Beautiful pictures from the Transfagarasan taken on June 25, 2025, already making us look forward to June 2026 🥰

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Our heartfelt thanks for sending these pictures and for granting permission to use them.

Many thanks to Calin Ene for this video from https://outnwild.ro/. Thank you, Calin 😊

The city of Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg / Schässburg, Hungarian: Segesvár) is one of the most important and also one of the most colorful cities in Mures County.

Sighisoara is located in the historic region of Transylvania (Siebenbürgen), in the heart of Romania.

https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/de/uir/ausflugsziele-staedte-sighisoara/

A weekend from a year ago and we are happy to be able to show these pictures. The Turda Salt Mine is located in the town of the same name in Cluj County, southeast of the city of Cluj-Napoca.

We thank Mr. Camille Feller and his wife, Katja Feller, for sending these wonderful pictures and for allowing us to use them 😊 Thank you 🥰

About 35 km from the city of Brasov, to the northeast in the direction of Sfântu Gheorghe, lies the bear-watching site Medveles találkozóhely in Covasna County. And yes, the name doesn’t just sound Hungarian – it actually is Hungarian… because in this part of Romania, although deep in the east of Transylvania, the main spoken language is Hungarian.

Info and more (in English)
https://medveles.hu/en/programs/tourist-bear-watching

According to current estimates, about 8,000 to 10,000 brown bears live in the forests and mountains of the Romanian Carpathians / Transylvania. If you have ever wanted to come face to face with a bear in a safe way, this is your chance. The bear-watching site offers visitors and photographers guided, professional experiences, including many activities – from bear observation to off-road tours.

We thank Observator de ursi for allowing us to use these wonderful images.

Beautiful pictures of the botanical garden “I Giardini di Zoe” from March 2024.

The garden, also known as Banpotoc Garden, is located east of the city of Deva (in German Diemrich), on the left side of the A1 motorway (heading towards Sibiu), in the Banpotoc village of Harau commune.

We thank Go Hunedoara for granting permission to use these images.

We are weaving a “rag rug” 😍😍 A video from the Casa Muzeu (local history museum) in Soimusu Mic, Harghita County. Ms. Klára Szabó, from the nearby estate “Sólyom Major – Gut Falkenhof”, not only guided us to the museum but also showed us… how weaving works. Thank you for that 😊

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The city of Targu Mures (Hungarian: Marosvásárhely, German: Neumarkt am Mieresch), first documented in the year 1300, is located on the Mureș River (German: Mieresch, Hungarian: Maros), on the route between Brasov and Cluj-Napoca.

Targu Mures was founded by the Székelys. The city was first mentioned in historical records in 1300 as Forum Siculorum. The history of the city, like that of all Transylvania, was shaped by the Kingdom of Hungary, the Principality of Transylvania, and from the end of the 17th century by the Habsburg Monarchy, later Hungary, and then Romania.

Lake Ochiul Beiului (The Eye of the Bei) is located in the Cheile Nerei-Beusnița National Park in the southwest of Romania (County: Caras-Severin), near the border with Serbia and the villages of Deutsch-Orawitz (Oravita) and Steierdorf (to the west and east, respectively).

It has a depth of up to 3.6 meters and a diameter of about 15 meters. The fairytale-like green-blue water never freezes in winter, as the lake is constantly supplied with water from a spring.

We thank Ochiu Bei for allowing us to use these beautiful pictures.

Timișoara, located in western Romania, is always beautiful and well worth a visit 🥰

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

Homorod (German: Hamruden, Hungarian: Homoród) is a community in Brasov County, near the town of Rupea. It consists of three villages: Homorod, Jimbor (Sommerburg, Szekelyzsombor), and Mercheasa (Streitfort, Mirkvásár).

The Romanesque church dedicated to Saint Peter, featuring a square choir, semicircular apse, and west tower, dates back to the 13th century. A massive eight-story keep was built above the choir, with a side length of 11 m and walls 3 m thick at the ground floor. After a fire, the church hall received its current coffered ceiling in 1792.

The community is located in the northern part of the county, on the border with Harghita County, about 60 km from Brașov. It sits on the banks of the Homorod River, at the confluence of the Homorodul Mare and Homorodul Mic.

Marienburg Fortress in Feldioara (Feldioara being the Romanian name of the town Marienburg) is a medieval Teutonic Order fortress in the Transylvania region, Brasov County.

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The fortress offers a wonderful view of the surrounding countryside and the mountains of Brașov (German: Kronstadt). It is located about 20 km from Brasov on the way to Sighișoara (German: Schäßburg) and was built on a hill (just under 500 m above sea level).

In 1211, King Andrew II of Hungary invited the Teutonic Order to help defend against the Cumans in order to secure the eastern border of his growing kingdom. The king granted them numerous privileges, including immunity, the right to self-administration, and the right to build stone fortresses to secure the area. In 1838, the town of Marienburg (Romanian: Feldioara) and the fortress were heavily damaged by an earthquake. From 2013 to 2017, restoration work and a largely complete reconstruction of the castle ruins were carried out.

Located high above the city and currently (and probably for the next few years) under renovation.

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It’s good that these old fortresses are being preserved (Rasnov Fortress is also currently being renovated), but less good that it usually takes 4–7 years. One might think it’s the same planners / contractors at work as on a certain well-known German train station in a city in Baden-Württemberg 🙈🙈😅

Ascent to the historic old town, here with the Clock Tower in the background

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Timișoara cultural program 2026: three major events we want to highlight! 🌟

The city of Timișoara continues its series of high-caliber cultural projects in 2026. From the wide range of projects, we’ve picked three central pillars that represent the areas of music, tradition, and urban development.

Here is the key information about each event:

JAZZx Festival

📅 Date: July 01 – July 05, 2026
📍 Location: Piața Libertății (main stage)
Details: international and contemporary jazz acts. Access to all concerts is free of charge.

Pictures from August of previous years, which will be repeated again in just a few weeks. It was hot, very hot (32 to 38 degrees Celsius and sometimes even more), and the water was wonderfully refreshing.

Our destination was Vama Veche 😁, the southernmost town on Romania’s Black Sea coast, located just a few hundred meters from the Bulgarian border. This year, temperatures of 30 degrees Celsius are already forecast for the end of June, and by the beginning of July at the latest, it begins… summer vacation at the Black Sea 🥰

Romania’s seaside coast stretches for about 70 km and includes, besides Vama Veche, places such as Constanta, Mamaia, Mamaia-Sat, Eforie Nord and Sud, Costinesti, Olimp, Neptun, Mangalia, and several others. There are also long (and secluded) beaches in the Danube Delta region, between Sulina and Sf. Gheorghe.

Vama Veche is mainly visited by a younger crowd. It is the party hotspot, in a way the Romanian equivalent of “Malle,” attracting around 3,000–4,000 visitors on weekends, with loud music around the clock.

Constanta (German: Konstanza) is not only home to the newly renovated old Casino, but also to the Opera, museums, the Great Mosque, the House with Lions, the marina, many cafés and restaurants, and the Black Sea.

Current pictures from May 13 / 14, 2026.

Constanta has a history of more than 2,000 years, documented in the National Museum of History and Archaeology. In the adjacent Mosaic Museum, Roman floor mosaics from the 4th century AD can be seen. Nearby is also the Carol I Mosque, which is covered with a huge Persian carpet and whose minaret rises high above the city.

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.

Curtea de Arges 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 construction of Nicolae Romanescu Park in the city of Craiova (Dolj County) was planned and initiated in 1898, following the election of Nicolae Romanescu as mayor.

The French architect commissioned for this project was Édouard Redont, who designed the park, which was built between 1898 and 1903.

The park is considered the largest natural park in Eastern Europe. It was designed in the romantic style, a synthesis of landscape architecture and painting.

We thank photographer Corina E. Mateescu for allowing us to use these images.

We stayed there for four days; the tenant/owner is new and we can wholeheartedly recommend it. A very quiet location at Strada Tibles 7-9, only a few minutes’ walk (about 10 min.) from the old town. Large rooms, a delicious breakfast (included), and—considering Kronstadt / Brasov—really very good room rates.

And… there is always a free parking space right in front of the hotel, despite the excellent central location. We must say it’s almost an insider tip 🥰 and also a great base for many trips around the region (Bran / Dracula, Dino Park Râșnov and Magic Park, as well as the fortress, Poiana Brașov, Marienburg (Feldioara) and much more) > https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

Life-sized dinosaurs, animated and brought to life. A Stone Age cave, a small volcano, and plenty of history and stories from the era of the dinosaurs await visitors at Dino Park Rasnov in Brasov County.

In addition to countless dinosaurs, there is much to offer, especially for the little ones and those who are still “little” at heart. Paint your own dinosaur, ride the Dino Train, or use the spacious play areas—it is a wonderful trip for the whole family to Dino Park.

Pictures of Nicolae Titulescu Park, which borders directly to the north of the old town of Kronstadt / Brasov. A little further, on the other side of the park, you can see the fortress of Kronstadt / Brasov.

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

In addition to German, English, Romanian, French, Spanish, Serbian and Chinese, our 64-page brochure “Vacation in Romania” 2026 is now also available in Polish.

https://welcome-to-romania.com

Feel free to browse it or share the link.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending us these beautiful pictures (photos from October 2024) and for granting us permission to use them.

Every year, the Night of Museums takes place throughout Romania (here: Corvin Castle in Hunedoara County with pictures from previous years; announcement for Sibiu / Hermannstadt).

Almost all museums, many galleries, and more across the country are open until midnight and sometimes even longer. Admission is free, and many additional events and activities also take place. A wonderful experience you shouldn’t miss

We thank GO Hunedoara for permission to use these pictures.

Today and it seems like the “little one” hasn’t been fed yet

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Simply beautifuuuuuuuuuuul !!!

At the end of Lake Siriu (Buzau County, towards Brasov) … wonderful green as far as the eye can see. Pictures from May 19, 2026.

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A picture from yesterday (May 20, 2026) from the cable car / mountain station on the city’s “home mountain,” Tâmpa, with a view down over Kronstadt / Brasov.

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Pictures from yesterday, May 20, 2026, from Brasov / Kronstadt in Transylvania.

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“The Transfagarasan, one of Romania’s most spectacular mountain roads, will not be reopened to traffic on June 1, as many tourists and drivers had hoped. Representatives of DRDP Brașov state that traffic on the alpine section of DN7C will resume only in the second half of June.”

Link to the article (Romanian)
https://www.oradesibiu.ro/2026/05/20/transfagarasanul-nu-se-mai-deschide-pe-1-iunie-drdp-ia-in-calcul-o-alta-data-si-explica-de-ce/

The Black Church is one of the landmarks of the city of Brasov (German: Kronstadt) in Transylvania (German: Siebenbürgen).

Interior views from May 19, 2026.

Originally, it was consecrated as a Catholic church dedicated to the Holy Virgin Mary. With the Reformation in Transylvania, which among the Transylvanian Saxon population was strongly influenced by the reformer and later parish priest of Brasov, Johannes Honterus, the Catholic patronage was abandoned. The church has borne the name “Black Church” since the great city fire of 1689.

All of Transylvania in one place – that’s what awaits young and old / all visitors in Odorheiu Secuiesc. The Mini Transylvania Park is located about 25 km east of Sighisoara in Harghita County and is definitely worth a visit

https://parculminitransilvania.ro | https://welcome-to-romania.com

A trip on the Oravita – Anina railway line (also known as the Banat Semmering Railway) is well worth it, and the weather is perfect.

– It is the first and most spectacular mountain railway on Romanian territory, inaugurated as early as December 1863;
– It features 14 tunnels and 10 viaducts;
– It is 33.4 km long and overcomes a height difference of 338 m, from 218 m (Oravita) to 558 m (Anina);
– It is a unique engineering work in Romania, with gradients of 20‰ and curve radii of only 114 m; everything is made of “hewn stone,” and the railway includes 21 km of rock tunnels;

Tickets online:
https://bilete.cfrcalatori.ro/ro-RO/Itineraries

Our tip: you should be there 15–30 minutes before the train departs.

We thank @Banatul Montan ( https://www.facebook.com/banatulmontan ) for permission to use these images.

A picture from yesterday evening (May 19, 2026). It rained later, and the weather is expected to remain changeable today and over the next few days.

The Administrative Palace (originally the Town Hall of the Free Royal City of Targu Mures, in Hungarian Közigazgatási Palota, originally Varoshaza) was built between 1905 and 1907 at the initiative of Mayor György Bernady as the seat of the city administration of Targu Mures.

It was the first building at the beginning of the 20th century to give the city center a new look and is distinguished by its Art Nouveau style.

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

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

Pictures / impressions from 20 October 2025 from Bistrita, the county seat of Bistrita-Nasaud County.

https://youtu.be/YgKYdgwhCtM

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.

If you ever get to Bucharest, you really 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 downtown Bucharest (Old Centre), between Lipscani and Stavropoleus streets.

The dining room on the ground floor is seven (7) meters high and decorated in Gothic style with columns, stucco ceilings, carved panelling and paintings. Access to the other floors is via a carved oak staircase.

Pictures from early May 2025 from Brasov / Kronstadt.

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Life in the countryside is very different from life in the cities. It is characterized by family, hospitality, traditions, hardships, and hard work well into old age.

And … it is often a happier life than we imagine. Those who have little worry less, and the many daily news updates of the world, which we constantly receive on our phones (and don’t really need), reach these people less often or perhaps not at all.

We thank the photographer Sorin Onișor ( Sorin Onișor ) for the permission to use these atmospheric images.

The Beușnița Waterfalls (the highest is over 5 m tall) are located on the Beu River, above the Ochiul Beului Lake (The Eye of the Bei).

They were formed over thousands of years by the action of water on the limestone bedrock. The Beușnița Waterfalls are located in the Cheile Nerei-Beușnița National Park, Caraș-Severin County, near the border with Serbia and the small towns of Oravița and Anina.

Both the waterfalls and the lake are well-known and beautiful excursion destinations in this region.

We thank the photographer, Mrs. Corina E. Mateescu, for permission to use these images.

Shortly after leaving Brasov in the direction of Sinaia (Bucharest), turn left towards the Sapte Scari (Seven Ladders) gorge.

It is a good hour’s walk to the gorge or the seven ladders, which is lined by a stream with clear, cold water and lots of nature. Even if you don’t enter the gorge via the ladders (there’s a charge, another three hours’ walk!), the hike there and back is definitely beautiful.

For the hike: sturdy footwear is highly recommended. In places, you walk over tree trunks, small wooden bridges and loose stones or you walk directly in the stream bed or on a stony path. You should definitely take something to drink with you.

Every year, the Night of Museums takes place throughout Romania (here: Sibiu / Hermannstadt 2026 and pictures of Corvin Castle, Hunedoara County, from previous years).

Almost all museums, many galleries, and more across the country are open until midnight and sometimes even longer. Admission is free, and many additional events and activities also take place. A wonderful experience you shouldn’t miss

We thank GO Hunedoara for permission to use these pictures.

Five (5) days of magic, music, sunshine, entertainment, delicious food, and so much more…

Experience culture, adventure, music, tours, and festivals from May to November 2026 in southeastern Romania (the Danube Delta, the city of Tulcea).

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Maifest on Saturday, May 23, at the Grand Square (Piata Mare / Grosser Ring) from 10:00 to 11:00, and in the Dumbrava Sibiului Forest (Padurea Dumbrava Sibiului / Junger Wald) from 12:00 to 17:00.

On the same day, the “Night of Museums” (Noaptea Muzeelor) also takes place throughout Romania. More information about this in a following post.

Pictures from Deva (German name Diemrich) in Hunedoara County from summer 2025.

The Hanul Vatra guesthouse / hotel is the ideal place for a vacation in the green—pure nature, history, and hiking, away from the noise of the big city.

It is also a beautiful place for private celebrations, a weekend in the mountains, courses, team building, meetings, or simply to relax. Nearby there are many worthwhile destinations, such as Manastirea Hurezi (Horezu Monastery) and other places.

Learn more about this German-speaking host:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/de/uir/das-hanul-vatra/

Learn more about the region:
https://discover-valcea.com

Spend your weekend or vacation at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig ( German name Freck ), just a few kilometers east of Sibiu ( Sibiu ) in beautiful Transylvania.

Learn more: https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

The restaurant ( open daily between 8:00 and 22:00 ) offers the highest quality dishes with local and regional ingredients, accompanied by wines from Sibiu County – Crama Apoldium.

Visit the castle park, orangeria and / or spend your time in the historic cafe of Brukenthal Palace.

Located only about 150 meters southeast of the Big Square (Piata Mare) and thus in the center of the city of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, you will find the Pardon Cafe Bar & Restaurant with its beautiful outdoor terrace where you can certainly enjoy many delicacies shortly (perhaps even now).

Pardon • Cafe Bistro Italian | https://pardoncafesibiu.ro

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

We thank Ms. Meli Döring for the permission to use these pictures. Thank you

Zebra crossings in Romania | What you should know

Zebra crossings exist in almost every country, but unfortunately, the rules can vary. You should know these types of zebra crossings and the corresponding regulations when traveling to Romania!

# Zebra crossings (without traffic lights)
In Romania, as a driver, you MUST ALWAYS stop at a zebra crossing if a pedestrian wants to cross the street or shows signs of doing so. Sometimes it is not really clear if someone wants to cross, or you don’t expect a crossing (multi-lane road with a 70 km/h limit), but… at a zebra crossing without traffic lights, the driver MUST always stop.

# Zebra crossings (with traffic lights for both drivers and pedestrians)
If the light is red, you stop; if it is flashing or off (e.g., at night), the rule above applies!

# Zebra crossings (WITH traffic lights for pedestrians, but WITHOUT traffic lights for drivers)
For us, this is the most dangerous and complicated variant (seen, for example, in Bucharest, Constanta, …). You are driving on a multi-lane road in an urban area, and a zebra crossing appears (without a light for drivers, but with one for pedestrians). As long as the pedestrians have a red light, you must/may just keep driving. As soon as they get a green light, the very first rule applies again: you MUST stop! It is very, very difficult to recognize… especially in Bucharest, there are a huge number of these crossings. You have to be very, very careful here.

VERY IMPORTANT
Near kindergartens, schools, and hospitals, zebra crossings are often accompanied by a speed limit of 30 km/h. Please be sure to observe this!

AN EQUALLY IMPORTANT NOTE
Especially in larger cities, it can happen that, for example, at multi-lane entrances to a roundabout, a bus or truck blocks your view and suddenly stops for no apparent reason. In this case, you should also stop and, if necessary, creep forward very, very slowly. It can happen that the bus stops for a zebra crossing but hides both the pedestrian and the sign. The pedestrian crosses the street and then emerges from in front of the bus without warning. This is also a very dangerous situation; you should always pay attention.

# THE PEDESTRIANS .. also good to know:
“The Shy One” … they stand at the edge of the road at the crossing but don’t indicate that they want to cross. You still have to stop and maybe wave them across!
“The Confident One” … there are pedestrians who know their “rights” and just start walking. No look to the left or right; the cars will surely stop. Please pay attention.
And finally, “The one who doesn’t actually want to cross” … but is just having a chat with a neighbor right at the curb or on the crossing. Here too, since you can’t really tell the intention… you should stop as a precaution.

In conclusion: Driving in Romania definitely requires EVEN MORE attention than in countries like Germany and Austria. And stick to the speed limits, regardless of what the local drivers do.

A small selection of destinations in Romania: Brasov / Kronstadt, Transylvania, Bran Castle / Törzburg, Moldavian monasteries, the Danube Delta, and Cantacuzino Castle, the filming location of the Netflix series “Wednesday.”

Discover more destinations in Romania and create your own travel plan > https://rotravel24.com

Thank you to Ms. Roxana C. for this video

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.

Autumn impressions from Dumbraveni (German: Elisabethstadt; Saxon dialect: Eppeschdorf, 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 lies on the banks of the Tarnava Mare river and is located about 20 km east of the city of Medias. It is situated on the Transylvanian Plateau, on the border with Mures County, halfway between Medias and Sighisoara / Schässburg.

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

Sighisoara is located in the historical region of Transylvania, in the heart of Romania.

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Pictures from yesterday (May 13, 2026) of the newly renovated old Casino, located on the Black Sea in Constanta

The building was first erected in 1880 out of wood, and in 1910 the Casino was (re)built / remodeled according to the plans of architect Daniel Renard in the Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) style. It is considered the best-known Art Nouveau building in Romania and is the landmark of the city of Constanta (German: Konstanza).

Constanta (German: Konstanza) is not just the old Casino, now newly renovated — it also offers the Opera, museums, the Great Mosque, the House with Lions, the marina, many cafés and restaurants, and the Black Sea.

Current pictures from May 13, 2026.

Constanta has a history of over 2,000 years, documented in the National Museum of History and Archaeology. In the adjacent Mosaic Museum, you can see Roman floor mosaics from the 4th century AD. Nearby is also the Carol I Mosque, laid out with a huge Persian carpet, and its minaret rises high above the city.

Beautiful pictures from Sibiu, in the heart of Transylvania, from the end of May 2023. A wonderful day to explore a wonderful city.

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We thank Mr. Michel Tesmar for sending these pictures.

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.

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

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Humorului Monastery is a Romanian Orthodox nunnery located about 5 km north of the town of Gura Humorului, Suceava County (historical region of Bukovina).

We thank Mrs. Farkas Ildiko ( facebook.com/farkas.ildiko.75 ) for the permission to use these images.

Pictures from Valcea County, the town of Calimanesti, from last weekend (May 10, 2026), from our dear Roland. Thank you for them

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Opened just a few days ago, Google doesn’t even have it on the map yet, but it is beautiful. Located directly across from the Ministry of Tourism, next to the National Museum of Art, at Calea Victoriei 115, you find the Grand Cafe de Bucharest.

We can only recommend it—a green oasis in the heart of the city and… simply lovely for relaxing, having breakfast, drinking a coffee, or more

Certainly the largest cathedral in Romania and likely one of the largest in Europe built in this millennium. The cathedral is 127 meters high (Cologne Cathedral is 157 meters) and can accommodate 5,000 people across an interior area of 17,800 m².

The total area of the complex, located in the center of Bucharest and in direct proximity to the Parliament building (visible in the background on the left in some pictures), covers حوالي 36,900 m². Construction / planning of the cathedral / complex began in 2009, and full completion (including all additional buildings) will take place in the coming years.

A beautiful shot of the fortified church / peasant fortress of Tartlau in Prejmer (Tartlau), Brasov County, in the Transylvania region.

The construction of the church in the center of the complex was probably started in 1218 by the Teutonic Order, which, however, was expelled from the region in 1225. Under the Cistercian monastery of Cârța, the construction was then continued. A special feature of the inventory is the late Gothic winged altar from the mid-15th century.

We thank Mrs. Daniela and Mr. Gerhard Zitzmann for the permission to use this picture.

The “Bridge of Lies” is one of the most famous landmarks of Sibiu. Manufactured in 1859* at Friedrichshütte in Hesse, it was the first cast-iron bridge in all of Romania (and the second in all of Europe).

There are many legends about its name, but since it was also the first bridge that did not stand on pillars, it was initially called the “lying bridge” (Liegebrücke)… and from there it wasn’t far to the name “Bridge of Lies”…

* Information: In 1859, Sibiu, like the region of Transylvania, was part of the Austrian Empire (from 1867 then part of the Austro-Hungarian Dual Monarchy)

Pictures from Maramureș County in the northwest of Romania. Colorful, full of customs, traditions, history, and stories.

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

“The Home of Dracula”, even though he never lived there and his “flesh-and-blood” prototype, Vlad III Țepeș Drăculea, probably was never there.

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from a few days ago (end of September 2025). In any case, the castle is definitely worth a visit

Sunday, Mother’s Day, and a wonderful day for a walk in the park / a boat tour in the park.

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Choose from many, many offers the trip of your choice. Package holidays, small group tours, cultural trips, cycling tours, rental car tours, the Danube Delta, Via Transilvanica, and so much more!

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

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Siria (in Hungarian Világos, in German Hellburg) is a commune in Arad County.

On the territory of the current commune, there was already a settlement called “Villa Siri” in 1169. Documentarily, Világosvár was mentioned in 1326, referring to the Világos fortress, today the ruins of Siria fortress.

An important part of Siria’s history is the story of the fortress ruins from the 13th century. In 1444, the fortress briefly came into the possession of John Hunyadi, and in the second half of the 15th century, it passed to Matthias Corvinus. For strategic reasons, the Habsburg army destroyed the fortress in 1784.

Today, the fortress ruins are a popular excursion destination

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

Pictures from yesterday, a wonderful Sunday. Cismigiu Park is the largest and oldest public park in the center of Bucharest. The park covers an area of 17 hectares (170,000 m²).

The park originated at the end of the 18th century, with the first works beginning in 1798. At that time, the construction of two fountains, the so-called “Cisnele,” began, from whose name “Cismigiu” is derived.

The main square in the center of Kronstadt / Brasov, with the city’s old Town Hall.

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Pictures of the Nussbaumer guesthouse in Sector 5. Perfectly located and close to the city center (approx. 2.8 km to Piata Unirii / the Old Town). The guesthouse offers modernly furnished rooms / apartments, an integrated kitchenette, a bathroom with shower, a washer / dryer in the house, and much more…

https://apartments-nussbaumer.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Contact, Mr. Cristian Marinescu (German, English, Romanian): +40 (0)724 204 726, email: info@apartments-nussbaumer.com

Spend your stay in Bucharest in a quiet location with a parking space right in front of the house. The host speaks German and can also organize, for example, an airport pick-up for you.

It doesn’t quite fit here, but while browsing we found this picture and… it fascinated us. Aarburg is a small town in the Swiss canton of Aargau and… like Romania… definitely worth a visit.

The castle was first documented in 1123 as a possession of the Count of Frohburg. In 1299, the count sold the castle to the Habsburgs, who were conquered by the Bernese (then a city and republic) in 1415.

View of the southern part of the city center / old town of Timisoara. On the left side of the picture (with the green area) is Piata Unirii (colloquially Domplatz, translated “Unification Square”), with the Catholic Cathedral / St. George’s Cathedral (on the right side of the square, orange in the picture).

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Beautiful pictures of the ‘Happy Cemetery’ and the museum / workshop of Sapanta (Maramures County), which we received today from Mr Alexander Laszlo. Thank you very much for this.

The ‘Happy Cemetery’ is located about 18 kilometres west of Sighetu Marmatiei and is one of the most visited sights in the Maramures region.

The crosses, which were painted by local craftsmen, are vivid and predominantly blue in colour.

The idea for this cemetery was conceived in 1935 by the wood sculptor 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 in the upper part, depicting a special moment in the life of the deceased. Underneath, humorous, short poems or rhymed texts describe the life of the person buried there.

Pictures from yesterday evening / at night (May 8, 2026, 10 PM to 1 AM). Despite the late hour, the city has its own brightness and atmosphere. Diverse impressions!

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Pictures from yesterday (May 8, 2026), a wonderfully warm day with many, many impressions. In many places construction is ongoing and much of the past is being uncovered (photo Piața Unirii). There are many historical buildings full of history, but unfortunately also more and more places that would need renovation.

As a visitor, you should use taxis very, very carefully or not at all. Unfortunately, there are more and more drivers who are no longer trustworthy. A “special offer” without a meter for 3 km at 50 to 100 euros is becoming increasingly common. That is not good! Bolt is a good alternative (also because you see the cost BEFORE the ride), or you can walk or use public transport.

The historic buildings and especially the interiors of the churches / cathedrals are beautiful the old town is lively, very lively, and the restaurants are unfortunately adapting to rising energy prices 0.5 liter beer for 34 Lei (about 7 euros) or 140 Lei (about 30 euros) for two traditional sausages, fries, a cola, and a beer. Bucharest has become (probably together with Cluj-Napoca) by far the most expensive hotspot in Romania!

In the evening and at night… the old town is increasingly turning into a party area. Clubs, table dancing, loud music, and many “offers”. A trend that we (Urlaub in Rumänien) don’t really like, but… it is what it is!

Nevertheless, we would recommend everyone to visit Bucharest / the Old Town. Many impressions, lots of history, and many experiences. You shouldn’t miss Bucharest, if only for the green frogs that you can sometimes find dancing in front of Parliament (our picture)

Surdesti (Hungarian: Dioshalom) is a village in Maramures County in the historic Szatmar County in northwestern Romania.

The place is known for its Greek-Catholic wooden church, which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list, and also for the Orthodox wooden church, which was built in the 17th or 18th century (depending on the source).

On the way from Timisoara to Sibiu or from Cluj Napoca to Sibiu (both on the highway), or of course also in the opposite direction, you should not miss a detour to Alba Iulia.

https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/destinations-romania-alba-iulia/

The Evangelical Parish Church “Saint Mary,” with its tower featuring four corner turrets, is the most prominent and still the tallest building in Sibiu (Hermannstadt), Transylvania. Its tower is approximately 73 meters high, with a side length of 11 meters, and is visible from afar from every direction approaching the city.

For centuries, Sibiu was the religious and political center of the Transylvanian Saxons, who collectively adopted the Lutheran faith in the mid-16th century under the influence of the reformer Johannes Honterus. The original (pre-Reformation) Church of Saint Mary was built in three construction phases starting in the mid-14th century on the remains of a Romanesque basilica. In 1448, the so-called “Ferula” was added on the western side (later expanded), which today serves as a space for exhibitions or musical performances.

As early as 1910, electric lighting and heating were installed in the church. To this day, Sibiu remains the seat of the bishop of the Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession. The Evangelical Parish Church is also home to the Sibiu Bach Choir.

How could it be easier and „decelerated”. With the kayak through the Danube delta,

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

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Carta Monastery (Kerz in German) is a former Cistercian (Benedictine) monastery in Transylvania, Romania.

It is located on the left bank of the Olt River, almost exactly halfway between the cities of Sibiu and Făgăraș, and is currently an Evangelical Lutheran church.

The exact date of the foundation of the Carta Monastery (Latin: monasterium beatae Mariae virginis in Candelis de Kerch) is unknown. A document from Constanta, dated 17 April 1418, issued by Sigismund, King of Hungary, vaguely states that the monastery was founded, built and granted rights and privileges by its predecessors. Cistercian documents from the 13th-15th centuries, collected and analysed by Leopold Janauschek, mention the year of the monastery’s foundation as around 1202-1203.monastery around 1202-1203.

Pictures from these days from the city of Timisoara in western Romania. Especially in spring / May, visiting this city is a wonderful idea.

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

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

Sunrise in the Danube Delta / at the Black Sea. Pictures from yesterday (06.05.2026) which we received from Mr. Calin Ene. Thank you, Calin

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

It lies to the north-west of the town/castle of Rupea (German: Reps) and to the south-east of the town of Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg). The village had around 700 inhabitants between the 18th and 20th centuries, mainly Transylvanian Saxons plus a Romanian part of the village. Viscri is characterised by both the fortified church and the village structure, which is characterised by Saxon farms.

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

It lies to the north-west of the town/castle of Rupea (German: Reps) and to the south-east of the town of Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg). The village had around 700 inhabitants between the 18th and 20th centuries, mainly Transylvanian Saxons plus a Romanian part of the village. Viscri is characterised by both the fortified church and the village structure, which is characterised by Saxon farms.

Old and new, history and modernity, young and old, rich and poor, agitated and timeless …

Those who have time and muse to look around discover 1000 things, feelings and much more …

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

We have many, many beautiful pictures … but what is that compared to real life, to real and personal experiences, to lived emotions.

Let others participate and send us pictures of your trip to Romania (please include your name) and we will be happy to post them to share your experiences. And if anyone wants to write a short text to go with them … you are more than welcome, texts for the pictures are warmly invited

email: info@urlaub-in-rumänien.de or WhatsApp: +40 (0)773 947 438

Please note that by sending them, you automatically allow us to use / post your pictures online. And please, as mentioned, always include your name.

Untouched nature and plenty of history, traditions and customs, vibrant cities and quiet country life, time for hiking, the beach and the Black Sea, the Danube Delta, castles and fortresses, 180 fortified churches in Transylvania, diverse delicious specialties, Count Dracula and sooooo much more

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Untouched nature and plenty of history, traditions and customs, vibrant cities and quiet country life, time for hiking, the beach and the Black Sea, the Danube Delta, castles and fortresses, 180 fortified churches in Transylvania, diverse delicious specialties, Count Dracula and sooooo much more

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Discover Transylvania, the Carpathians, and other beautiful regions of Romania on an individual photo trip.

https://www.karpaten-offroad.de/tour/transylvania-fototour

Guided photo workshop tour including photo guide, transport, overnight stay, and more, according to your wishes and ideas. Inquire without obligation!

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The village is located in a side valley between Medias (Mediasch) and Sighisoara (Schäßburg) in Sibiu County. In addition to the very well-preserved Evangelical fortified church, there is the recently renovated hill church in the German Evangelical cemetery. A few Transylvanian Saxons still live in the village.

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We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (April 14, 2025) and the corresponding text/explanation.

Explore the mountain landscape of the Southern Carpathians (Cindrel Mountains) south of Sibiu / Hermannstadt by mountain bike and discover the living traditions of the Carpathian shepherds and regional hospitality.

https://www.karpaten-offroad.de/tour/cindrel-mountain-biking-tour/

Highlights include cycling on shepherd paths, the Iezeri and Cindrel Peak nature reserve (2,244 m), and the village landscapes of Transylvania. Dates available from May to September.

Untouched nature and plenty of history, traditions and customs, vibrant cities and quiet country life, time for hiking, the beach and the Black Sea, the Danube Delta, castles and fortresses, 180 fortified churches in Transylvania, diverse delicious specialties, Count Dracula and sooooo much more

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Stavropoleos Monastery is an Orthodox monastery in the heart / center of the Old Town of Bucharest, the capital of Romania.

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 in the Romanian capital. The church is dedicated to the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel.

Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Castle, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, in Romanian Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi var) 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 the town of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

The listed castle has many other names (Corvinilor Castle, Castle of the Corvinians, Corvinus Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvin Castle, Iron Market Castle, Black Castle, Vajdahunyad Castle, Hunyadi Castle), which can be traced back to its location or its owners.

After 1440, the Hungarian statesman and military commander Johann Hunyadi had an existing fortification converted into the ancestral castle of the Hunyadis. In the second construction phase, the castle was extended from 1458 under King Matthias Corvinus. At the beginning of the 17th century, Prince Gábor Bethlen carried out further major alterations to the building. Today’s castle therefore features a mixture of different architectural styles.

The castle was in Austrian hands from 1724 and has been Romanian state property since 1918. As well as being an attraction for tourists, the castle is (and has been) used as a backdrop for a number of Romanian and international film productions. The castle now houses a museum.

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

Images from the Kirchweih festival in the community of Liebling, located in Timiș County in the historic Banat region. In the German communities of Banat, Kirchweih festivals are traditionally celebrated. On this occasion, the beautiful Swabian folk costumes are worn. If you travel through Banat from summer to autumn, visiting a Kirchweih festival is well worth it.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for providing these wonderful images and the accompanying text/explanation.

On the way from Sibiu to Brașov lies the town of Făgăraș. At the end of the 12th century the town’s fortress was only a wooden fortification, which was expanded into a stone fortress in the 14th century.

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

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

The Transalpina (DN67C) is the highest road in Romania at 2,145 meters (Urdele Pass). The spectacular 148 km long mountain panorama road connects Novaci (Gorj County) with Sebes (Alba County)

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Humorului Monastery is a Romanian Orthodox nunnery located about 5 km north of the town of Gura Humorului, Suceava County (historical region of Bukovina).

We thank Mrs. Farkas Ildiko ( facebook.com/farkas.ildiko.75 ) for the permission to use these images.

The wooden church in Plopis in Maramures County was built in 1798 and dedicated to the archangels Michael and Gabriel. It is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

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

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

The church was raised to the status of a basilica and is considered the most important place of pilgrimage for Catholics in the Banat and Banat Highlands because of its miraculous image. Romanians, Hungarians, Germans, Bulgarians, Croats, Czechs and Slovaks from Romania regularly come to this place for pilgrimages and visits.

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

Thanks to Heide Reisen and the photographer Stefan Bode

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… probably open again from mid / late June

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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

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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.

The Republic of Moldova (Romanian: Moldova) is located on the eastern border of Romania in Southeast Europe.

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As a neighboring country to Romania, yet deeply connected emotionally and regionally, the country offers its visitors untouched nature, outstanding wines, delicious food, and friendly hosts.

We thank Ms. Felicia Beschieri for sending these pictures. Thank you

We were there a few days ago, in Transylvania, Brasov County, just a few kilometers from Kronstadt (Brasov)… and we were thrilled!

https://kronstadt-erleben.de/…/kirchenburg-festung…/

An hour flies by and there is something for everyone: for the lover of history and stories, for the friend of Transylvania, the adventurer, for families with children who can explore the battlements and the way of life from long ago and so much more!

Our conclusion: The visit is 100% worth it

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

Charlotenburg (or Sarlota, also 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 immigrated from Baden-Württemberg, Alsace-Lorraine, and the German-speaking Trentino. Its existence is mainly thanks 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.

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

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Karlsburg in German, Alba Iulia in Romanian, Gyulafehervar in Hungarian is a town in the historic region of Transylvania in Romania.

This former fortress is home to the Romanian Orthodox Cathedral, where Romanian kings and queens were crowned, as well as the Catholic Episcopal Cathedral and the Great Hall, where the proclamation of the unification of Transylvania and Banat with the Kingdom of Romania was proclaimed in 1918. The entire fortress is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

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