“Little Paris” … maybe yes, in some ways for sure. Pictures from a few days ago (September 28 and 29) from Bucharest, Lipscani neighborhood, Old Center … the city center and some streets around it.

Temperatures were between 30 and 33 degrees in the afternoon and even in the evening around 8 pm it was still very pleasant at 26 degrees to hang out on a terrace, in a cafe or outdoors.

The Stavropoleos Monastery is an Orthodox monastery in the center of Bucharest (Old Center, Lipscani district, Stavropoleos Street), the capital of Romania.

It was built in 1724 in the Brâncovenesque 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 Archangels Michael and Gabriel.

Photos: September 28 and 29, 2024

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

https://discover-valcea.com

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.

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.

Only two months until Christmas! Visit Bucharest at Christmas time, stroll through the historic Old Town and savor delicious delicacies at the Bucharest Christmas Markets (29 Nov – 26 Dec, Old Town / Center or Christmas Market in the west side in Drumul Taberei Park).

Perfect for a weekend but also for a longer stay during the “quiet” time of the year. Our tip: Gästehaus Nussbaumer, modern furnished rooms/apartments in sector 5, approx. 2.8 km from the center.

Room prices for two persons (single room on request) per night / person from 180 lei (approx. 36 euro). City break / weekend offer for two or three nights from 150 lei (30 euro) / person.

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

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (Fotografii: Bucharest Christmas Market) for permission to use these photos of Christmas markets from previous years.

We’ve “poked around” a bit through last year’s posts and put together a selection of our favorite photos. We’ve traveled around Romania and these are not the only places worth visiting.

In conclusion, vacation destinations for the next 3 – 5 years are secured.

You can also visit us at
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Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula, Dracula Fan Club (https://draculafanclub.com), photographers Daniel Micu, Relu Chiriac and Marius Nistor, romania iq (https://www.instagram.com/romania_ig), Banatul Montan, Plimbari cu barca Delta Dunarii – Murighiol / Boat trips in Danube Delta and Castelul Bran for permission to use these images.

We’ve “poked around” a bit through last year’s posts and put together a selection of our favorite photos. We’ve traveled around Romania and these are not the only places worth visiting.

In conclusion, vacation destinations for the next 3 – 5 years are secured.

You can also visit us at
https://uir-news.com

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula, Dracula Fan Club (https://draculafanclub.com), photographers Daniel Micu, Relu Chiriac and Marius Nistor, romania iq (https://www.instagram.com/romania_ig), Banatul Montan, Plimbari cu barca Delta Dunarii – Murighiol / Boat trips in Danube Delta and Castelul Bran for permission to use these images.

Pictures from the Nussbaumer guesthouse in sector 5, perfectly located and close to the center (approx. 2,8 km to the Unirii Square / Old Town). The pension has modernly furnished rooms / apartments, integrated kitchenette, bathroom with shower, washer / dryer in the house and much more …

Room prices for two persons (single room on request) per night / person from 180 lei (approx. 36 euro). Citybreak / weekend offer for two or three nights from 150 lei (30,- euro) / person. We can recommend this host 100%.

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

Spend your stay in Bucharest in a quiet location with a parking lot right in front of the house. The host speaks German and can also organize an airport pick-up for you. Shopping facilities (e.g. Lidl, open Monday to Sunday from 7:00 to 22:00) as well as a McDonalds are in the immediate vicinity.

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

The robust roof, with two observation towers on the south and north sides, gives it a distinctive appearance. From this tower comes the stone tablet with the oldest town coat of arms and the motto ‘Nomen Domini, turris fortissima’ (translation: The name of the Lord is the strongest castle), which is preserved in the History Museum in the Clock Tower (in the German Schäßburg) in the town of Sighisoara.

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

Sovata, a spa town and city in Mures county, also known as the “Pearl of the Transylvanian Spa Resorts”, is famous for its lakes, unique in the world.

Sovata has been a European-recognized all-season spa since 1850. The chlorine and sodium lakes – and their mud – have therapeutic properties for a variety of ailments.

Image source: https://www.destinatiaanului.ro/

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.

About five kilometers long is the waterfront promenade of Sulina. It starts at Mila 2 and besides the typical blue and green houses, the path is dotted with new buildings (mostly hotels and accommodation) until you reach the old town center.

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You can also meet horses right in town, which are nobody’s and roam freely at will. There are few cars (because they have to be brought to Sulina by boat), the clocks are slower here… and that’s a good thing!

To get to Sulina you drive about 1 hour 20 minutes with a small boat (max 12 persons, up to 80 km !! fast) from Tulcea. This trip has to be experienced only once

Valea Doftanei / Valea Doftanei locality is located in Prahova county, between the Prahova and Teleajen rivers, in the historical region of Muntenia.

Image source: Destinatia Anului

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.

Slănic Moldova is a small town in the county of Bacău, in the Moldova region of northeastern Romania.

The small town is also known as a health resort with medicinal saline springs in Targu Ocna. Slănic is also the name of an important state salt (saline de stat) in Wallachia.

The city of Oradea ( Hungarian: Nagyvarad ) is the capital of the Bihor district in northwestern Romania.

The city is first mentioned as a Roman Catholic bishop’s see in document 1080 ( from 1113 ) and belonged to the Kingdom of Hungary. After World War I, Oradea went to Greater Romania and later back to Hungary. It was recaptured in October 1944 and has been part of Romanian territory ever since.

Just a few kilometers away is Băile Felix ( German: Bad Felix ), an internationally renowned spa town with thermal springs. Famous guests have included Marlene Dietrich, Charlie Chaplin and the painter Salvador Dali. Today Bad Felix is the largest spa town in Romania with 200 springs.

See more information / pictures about Oradea:
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Thank you for permission to use these images: https://www.instagram.com/oradea.de.poveste/, https://www.instagram.com/oradeainimagini/

The clock tower is Sighisoara’s landmark and a popular movie and photo subject day and night.

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.

The castle’s 60,000 square meter park, framed by its own 1,000 ha of private land, invites you to linger and is today one of the most visited attractions both in the resort of Busteni, and in the Prahova Valley.

Lake Ochiu Bei is located in the Cheile Nerei-Beusnita National Park in south-western Romania (Caras-Severin county), close to the border with Serbia and the villages of Deutsch-Orawitz (Oravița) and Steierdorf (in the east-west). and east-west, respectively)

It is up to 3.6 meters deep and about 15 meters in diameter. The fairy-tale green-blue water never freezes in winter, as the lake is constantly supplied with water from a spring.

Find out more:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/the-eye-of-bei/

Thanks to Ochiu Bei for permission to use these beautiful images.

An August day in Brasov / Kronstadt, simply beautiful!!!!

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.

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Although the journey was long, for photographer Cătălin Urdoi it was worth every kilometer. Pictures from the Apuseni Mountains, which impressively describe the landscape.

The Apuseni Mountains (Romanian: Munții Apuseni, Hungarian: Erdelyi-kozephegyseg) is a mountain range in Transylvania, part of the Romanian Western Carpathians. The highest peak is Bihor, 1,849 meters (1,849 meters) high, and the Apuseni Mountains also have about 400 caves.

Thanks to photographer Cătălin Urdoi ( facebook.com/urdoi.catalin ) for permission to use these images.

Pictures of Valcea county in the summer of 2023. Perfect for all those who love relaxation, springs and healing waters, nature, tradition or even wine and good food.

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The gorges are located in the municipality of Bănița in Hunedoara County and run along high limestone walls.

They are about 300 meters long and were dug deep into the limestone by water. They can be visited on calm summer days, although waterproof shoes are a must as the gorge path also passes through water.

The height of the rock walls is about 10-15 meters and show how water has eroded the rock. In many places, the rocks form a roof that has been formed over hundreds of years by horizontal erosion, depending on the current.

More information about Hunedoara district:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/hunedoara-county/

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

Located just a few minutes drive from Henri Coandă International Airport, Therme Bucharest is the perfect destination for an unforgettable vacation with family, partner or friends. Open 365 days a year, the spa is the largest wellness, relaxation and entertainment complex in Europe.

https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/de/uir/ausflugsziele-sehenswertes-therme-bukarest/

The spa is also the largest indoor botanical garden in Eastern Europe, home to over 1,500 palm trees and 800,000 plant species.

Buy tickets online: https://therme.ro/magazin/wizard

We would like to thank Therme Bucharest for sending us these images and giving us permission to use them.

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.

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 Byzantine style with Moorish arabesques.

As well as natural beauty, there is of course plenty of fish in the Danube delta.

There are many traditional dishes and the preparation is not exactly the same as in German cuisine. But from my own experience, it is very, very tasty.

More about the Danube Delta and lots of great photos:
https://urlaub-im-donaudelta.de | https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/

Thank you Plimbari cu barca Delta Dunarii – Murighiol / Boat trips in Danube Delta for permission to use these images.

We visit the county of Sibiu (residing in the city of Sibiu) in the heart of Transylvania, with a look back over previous summaries.

All information about the featured destinations, much more information and places of interest can be found at:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/sibiu-county/

Thanks to the respective photographers / Facebook groups for permission to use these images.

The city of Buzău is situated on the river of the same name and at the southeastern foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, in southeastern Romania.

The first of the city’s landmarks is the Communal Palace (historically the Palatul Comunal, now the Town Hall), which was built in 1903. It is a castle-shaped building in the typical Romanian Brâncoveanu style, like many theaters and other buildings in the city at that time.

About 20 kilometers northwest of Buzău are the mud volcanoes of Berca, one of the most extraordinary natural attractions in Romania and Europe.

Excerpt from the history of Sibiu: In 1438, the Turks besieged the city, but failed to take it. However, the entire surrounding area was devastated.

As a result of the threat from the Turks, the city had three rings of walls built with 39 towers and several large gates. It became the largest fortified city in the Kingdom of Hungary. Hermannstadt repeatedly resisted the sieges of the Turks, who never succeeded in capturing the city.

In 1442, the Turks were beaten at the city gates, mayor Thomas Trautenberger became a legend. Consequently, in 1445, Pope Eugenius IV described Sibiu as a wall and shield of Christianity.

However, the armies passing through and kicking and kicking in front of the city again destroyed the entire surrounding area. Only once, the Hungarian prince of Transylvania, Gabriel Bathory, succeeded in occupying the city by tric trickery, plundering and expelling all the German inhabitants from the solid walls – a bitter lesson, which led to even greater vigilance and distrust of the Germans.

By 1500, Sibiu already had about 6000 inhabitants. In the Reformation, the writings of Martin Luther and Philipp Melanchthon came to the city in 1523. In 1543, the Protestant creed was introduced as states gave each other the freedom to decide on their faith. On March 31, 1556, during a city fire, the entire lower town and also part of the upper town burned down and about 550 buildings were destroyed.

Hermannstadt was the political center of the Transylvanian Saxons and the seat of the Universitas Saxonum, a kind of Transylvanian Parliament which dealt with Transylvanian-Saxon concerns until 1878 and was a symbol of the political unity and independence of the Transylvanian Saxons.

Text source: Wikipedia
Image: Alex Blajan

Lake Mija lies high in the Parâng Mountains in Hunedoara county.

Thanks Go Hunedoara (Photos: Aldo Todoran) for permission to use these images (October 2023).

In July/August 2023, I followed “Schnuff” and his biker friends on their journey through Romania, with wonderful pictures and experiences.

Here the municipality of Bazna (in German Baaßen or Baassen, in Transylvanian Saxon Baußen, in Hungarian Bazna or Felsobajom) in the district of Sibiu in Transylvania (pictures from mid-August 2023).

The fortified Protestant church in Baußen was built in the 14th century and rebuilt in the 16th century. Today, the church and part of the community center are listed buildings.

The Brukenthal Palace in Avrig (Sibiu County) invites you to celebrate the most important moment of your life in a royal setting and in the famous French gardens of the palace.

Arrive in style in a vintage carriage, step on the red carpet and turn a special day into an unforgettable experience.

Details and info: #40 (0)726 234 417 or office@palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro
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Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia in Prahova County.

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

The bay windows and half-beamed walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king’s residence. Seven terraces surround the castle. Some of the 160 rooms can now be visited. The castle museum contains weapons, sculptures, furniture and decorative artifacts from the 15th-19th centuries, as well as an orchestrion. The castle is particularly impressive for its magnificent woodwork.

Photo: Gloria Crețu

We would like to thank Gijs de Graaff for sending us the photos and for allowing us to take part in his trip to the Delta / Sulina. Like many others before him, he was “very impressed”.

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

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 biker friends, who showed us a lot of new things in and about Romania on their motorcycle trip in August 2023.

The city of Oradea ( Hungarian: Nagyvarad ) is the capital of the Bihor district in northwestern Romania.

The city is first mentioned as a Roman Catholic bishop’s see in document 1080 ( from 1113 ) and belonged to the Kingdom of Hungary. After World War I, Oradea went to Greater Romania and later back to Hungary. It was recaptured in October 1944 and has been part of Romanian territory ever since.

Just a few kilometers away is Băile Felix ( German: Bad Felix ), an internationally renowned spa town with thermal springs. Famous guests have included Marlene Dietrich, Charlie Chaplin and the painter Salvador Dali. Today Bad Felix is the largest spa town in Romania with 200 springs.

See more information / pictures about Oradea:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/ausflugsziele…/

Thank you for permission to use these images: https://www.instagram.com/oradea.de.poveste/, https://www.instagram.com/oradeainimagini/

The Jiu Valley, with the river of the same name (which is a tributary of the Danube), is located in south-western Transylvania, between the Retezat Mountains and the Parang Mountains in Hunedoara County.

Known for coal mining in the past, the valley has long been called the largest coal field in Romania. Today it offers a wide range of opportunities to relax and hike in the unspoiled and beautiful nature.

Thanks Descopera VALEA for permission to use these impressive images.

Lake Mija lies high in the Parâng Mountains in Hunedoara county.

Thanks Go Hunedoara (Photos: Aldo Todoran) for permission to use these images (October 2023).

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

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

In 1211 King Andrew II. of Hungary summoned the Teutonic Knights of Hungary in support of the Kumans in 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 Huțulca Moldovița Mocănița from Suceava county in northeastern Romania. The train also runs in winter (December 21 and January / February 2022) and driving times and prices are visible on the facebook page.

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

One of the most popular destinations on the Romanian Black Sea coast has been awarded this year’s “Destination of the Year” competition: Mamaia (Constanta)

It’s a great place for those who want to enjoy the beach, water recreation, nightlife and many other vacation activities. With a 6 km long beach, Mamaia is a paradise for sun and sea lovers. The beach is clean and well maintained, with fine sand and crystal clear water. In addition, there are many places to relax and dine.

Source (text / image): Mamaia: https://www.destinatiaanului.ro/

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.

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In addition to a variety of cultural events throughout the year, visitors will find in Arad and its surroundings a large number of artistic and historical monuments, as well as buildings in baroque, renaissance, eclectic, classical, neo-gothic or secession style.

Thanks to the city of Arad for permission to use these images (also courtesy of Arad County):

The Roman-Catholic Church “Saints Peter and Paul” in Brasov ( Brasov ) was founded in the second half of the 18th century. It was built in the 19th century according to the plans of the architect Karl Joseph Lamasch.

The church building is the only Baroque building in the city, the altar is made of wood and gilded, the stained-glass windows were made in Budapest, and the organ comes from Timișoara. The church houses statues of St. Peter, St. Paul, St. Anna and St. Anthony of Padua

Priest Ignatius Wagensei asked Empress Maria Theresa for support for the construction of this church, and construction began in the summer of 1776. In 1787 the church was consecrated by the bishop of Transylvania, Ignatius Batthyany.

Just 18 km west of Sighetu Marmației is the “Merry Cemetery”, one of the most visited attractions in the Maramureș region.

The crosses, which were painted by local craftsmen, are bright and predominantly blue in color.

The idea for the cemetery came from woodcarver Stan Ioan Patras in 1935. He wanted to establish a cemetery, unique in Romania, which would show the life and personality of the deceased in a cheerful representation. Each cross has an image carved on the top, representing a special moment in the life of the deceased. Below, humorous poems, short poems or rhymed texts describe the life of the person buried there.

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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.

In the summer of 2023, we followed the journey of “Schnuff” and his biker friends here at Sinca Veche Monastery.

Sinca Veche Monastery is located in the commune of Sinca, Brasov county. It is about 22 kilometers from the town of Făgăraș. Sinca Veche was mentioned in a letter of Pope Innocent III as early as 1204.

The cave church at Șinca Veche is also known as the temple of the fulfillment of prayers, the temple of the bears, the cave monastery and the cave monastery (temple of the fulfillment of prayers, temple of the bears, cave monastery, cave monastery, cave cave monastery)

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/

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

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The mill in the village of Ohaba (in Brasov county) has been in operation since 1873 and still produces flour and malai (the basic ingredient for mamaliga).

It is run by the fourth generation and has survived two world wars and the communist system. The grinding system consists of two special millstones supplied by Lyon in France. The mill can grind both wheat and maize.

Images from September 30 two years ago. We remember that it was 30 degrees on September 30 and October 1, and we even saw a few swimmers (Swiss cyclists) on the beach.

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So if you have time now … the fall in the Danube Delta is still warm and suitable for hiking and hiking, but also for a bit of sunbathing and more … beautiful …

If you’re still planning a vacation in the Danube Delta, Sulina or Galati, it’s great here. Up to 27 degrees in the next week and it looks like … 0% rain and 100% sunshine.

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Approach via Bucharest and then by rental car, bus (shuttle) or train to the desired destination. For Sulina you must travel by boat from Tulcea.

Credit: Weather app for screenshot. Thanks for this.

Mamaia brought the heat this summer! From sun-kissed beaches to epic nights. Sea, beach and clubs dancing till dawn.

A variety of activities, promenades or delicious food. You simply have to experience it for yourself! Plan now for 2025!

Mamaia – Black Sea – Welcome to the summer of 2025!

These photos were taken two years ago in the commune of Holbav (German: Holbach) in the county of Brasov (Transylvania).
They are atmospheric images that invite you to linger, but also to take long walks.

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Thanks to Mrs. Ligia Ogrutan ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010477394657 ) for permission to use these images.

The town of Sighișoara (in German Schäßburg, in Hungarian Segesvar, in Latin Castrum Sex, later Saxoburgum) is one of the most significant towns in the Mures district of the Transylvania region of Romania.

Find out more about the town:
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Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia, Prahova County.

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

The bay windows and half-timbered walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the home of the king. Some of the 160 rooms are now open to the public, and the castle museum contains weapons, sculptures, furniture and decorative objects from the 15th-19th century, as well as an orchestra. The castle impresses with its magnificent wood craftsmanship.

Find out more about Peles Castle:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/de/uir/ausflugsziele-sehenswertes-schloss-peles/
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/peles-castle/
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/ro/uir/de-vizitat-locatii-de-vizitat-castelul-peles/

Text and images by Georg Schenk … Many, many thanks

A beautiful town in Mures county and a perfect vacation destination any time of the year.

Sighisoara, or Segesvar in Hungarian, is located in the heart of Transylvania and is one of the few completely preserved medieval towns in the world today.

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Soon it will be time again! The next Slow Food Festival will take place on the weekend of October 12/13 in Berca (Buzău County).

Pictures from the last event in May 2024. It was a wonderful and perfect day with lots of visitors, delicious food, a variety of regional offerings, nice people, live music and and and and and …

If you haven’t been there yet, you should take the opportunity in early October. The Slow Food Festival takes place in the Piata (market) Artizanilor (square) in the town of Berca. If you cross the bridge and see the monastery of Berca or the town, turn left just after the bridge and continue about 200 meters.

Photos: 25 May 2024

Mediaș (in German Mediasch, in Hungarian Medgyes and in Saxon Medwesch, Medves or Meddesch) is a municipality in the Sibiu county in Transylvania. It consists of the town of Medias and the village of Ighișu Nou (German: Sächsisch-Eibesdorf) and has about 55,000 inhabitants. After Sibiu, Mediaș is the second largest and most populous city in Sibiu county.

Info : Next weekend there will be a wine festival !!! More info in previous post.

In Roman times, a Roman fortress called “Media” stood 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 Media.

Next Friday (20/09, from 18.00) and next weekend (21/22/09, from 14.00) there will be a wine festival in Mediaș (Mures county), on the Castle Square.

In addition to the festival, there will be guided tours of the Evangelical Church of St. Margaret and wine tastings.

PS: Thanks Roland ( = the biggest Medias fan of all time ) for this information.

The national park is located in the western part of Valcea county (near the border with Gorj county), in the south of Capatanii Mountains and on the territory of Costesti, Barbati and Baile Olanesti municipalities.

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Thanks to the photographer Lucian Bolca (facebook.com/boiolu) for permission to use these images.

Transalpina, Transfăgărășan, Bucegi and Făgăraș Mountains (Făgăraș Mountains) and many others. There are many wonderful mountain and nature trails in Romania.

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Be seduced and charmed. Romania is looking forward to your visit.

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.

We remember the Black Sea in summer in beautiful pictures. Constanța, Mamaia, Costinești, Tuzla and many other seaside resorts.

They all have one thing in common in summer …. it’s hot and there’s lots and lots of water, vacations and pure relaxation.

Photo: Mid-August (AP)

The small town of Sulina is located at the mouth of the Danube to the Black Sea, in the Danube delta.

Discover Sulina (in Deutsch, Englisch und Rumänisch)

It can only be reached by boat/ships, but it is a fantastic place for vacations, nature, delta tourism offers, relaxation and various activities (e.g. kayak tours on the Danube or in the Danube Delta) almost all year round.

As Sulina is located in the south-east of Romania, it is very hot in summer ( from 35 degrees Celsius ), ideal for the 40 km long beach on the Black Sea. In spring and fall, the Danube Delta with its animal and natural world, the wild horses of the Letea Forest, the promenade of the Cliff ( of Sulina ) and much more invite you to stay.

Discover Sulina, you’ll love it! Discover Sulina

Târgu Mureș (in German Neumarkt am Mieresch) is the county seat of the county of Mures in Transylvania.

Târgu Mureș was first mentioned in 1230.

Thanks to Vlad Impaler – Dracula (Photo: Palace of Culture, Targu-Mures) for permission to use these images.

Up on the highest point of the waterfront, with a fantastic view of the Danube, is the church of St. Precista in Galati.

The church is the oldest building in the city and was consecrated in September 1647, during the reign of Vasile Lupu. The architectural style of the church, which was also used as a defensive fortress, is typical of Romanian church architecture in the 17th century.

Pictures, our thanks: https://www.facebook.com/mocanu.cip

Sulina is a small town located at the entrance of the Danube into the Black Sea, in the Danube Delta, in south-eastern Romania. It is not connected to Romania’s road network and can only be reached by boat or ship.

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Thank you Sulinei fabuloasa for permission to use these images.

Mamaia brought the heat this summer! From sun-kissed beaches to epic nights. Sea, beach and clubs dancing till dawn.

A variety of activities, promenades or delicious food. You simply have to experience it for yourself! Plan now for 2025!

Mamaia – Black Sea – Welcome to the summer of 2025!

PS: “Biutiful by the Sea” is a restaurant / club in Mamaia on the Black Sea

It will be fall and beautiful. Pictures from the Retezat Mountains, Hunedoara county, western Romania.

Waterfalls, lakes, mountains and a beautiful fall plant invite the hiker…

Thanks to Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images (Photos: Iulia Andreea Dragos).

The Museum of History of the City and County of Brasov (Kronstadt) was founded in 1950 and is located in the former parish hall in the center of the square of the Council or partly in the bastion of the Weavers of Brasov (Kronstadt).

Find out more about Brasov:
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

The bastion, defended and maintained by the linen weavers’ guild, was built in two stages between 1421-1436 and 1570-1573. In the first phase, the first two levels of the three battle galleries were built. The upper galleries, built between 1570 and 1573, were intended for small caliber weapons that could be used through narrow, circular bullet holes throughout the galleries. Two watchtowers were built for the guard, which monitored the town both from a military point of view and from the point of view of observing possible fires.

After restoration, the Weavers’ Bastion was turned into a museum.

The Bear Cave (German Bärenhöhle) is one of the most famous caves in Romania. It is located in northwestern Transylvania / Romania, about 75 km southeast of the city of Oradea in the district of Bihor.

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

Pictures of Vlad the Impaler – Dracula și Zátonyi Sándor, (ifj.) Fizped – Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=26325780

Located in north-western Romania and with an international airport, Cluj-Napoca is (probably) the second largest city in Romania after Bucharest.

The city of Cluj-Napoca is located in the historical region of Transylvania and has approximately 350,000 – 450,000 inhabitants (depending on the definition of the catchment area and current research, as far as possible).

The city of Orăștie (German: Broos, Hungarian: Szaszvaro) is located in Hunedoara county, in south-western Transylvania.

Thanks Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.

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

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

Viscri is/was also known by King Charles III, who owns a house/estate here and regularly visits the place.

The town was founded at the end of the 12th century by Transylvanian Saxons and was first mentioned in 1185. At the northwest end of the village is the fortified church.

In the 12th century In the 19th century, before the German settlers, the Szekler (a Hungarian-speaking population from eastern Transylvania) built a small church with a Romanesque hall here. The church was enlarged in the 13th century and rebuilt in the 14th century after the first Turkish invasions. The fortified century and a defensive ring built with defensive towers.

We thank the photographer of the photos, Brian Randall, for permission to use them.

Râșnov is about 20 kilometers from Brasov (Kronstadt), on the road to the town/castle Bran.

Râșnov is a small town with about 15 thousand inhabitants. inhabitants, a fortress and a dinosaur park. The castle was built on the limestone cliffs above the town in the 14th century. Râșnov’s dinosaur park is just 200 meters from the back of the fortress (relative to the picture). Nothing stands in the way of a great family day out.

The statue of the Dacian king Decebalus (ca. 86 – 106 AD) is 55 meters high and is the largest / tallest rock sculpture in Europe.

It is located on a rock formation in the Almaj Mountains, on the banks of the Danube, near the village of Dubova (Mehedinți County), in the Iron Gate Nature Park.

It took 10 years, a million US dollars and 12 sculptors to create… and may not have been designed by the Dacian king himself, but commissioned by a Romanian businessman and historian between 1994 and 2004.

Want to learn more about the area or vacation there?
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With an altitude of 1,904 meters, Mount Toaca is the second highest mountain in the Ceahlau massif (Neamț county) in northeastern Romania.

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

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This Serbian Orthodox monastery is located in the village of Mănăstire, part of the commune of Birda in the Temesch district (German name of Timiș) of the Romanian Banat. Here in Banat, in western Romania, about 20 different nationalities live together.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending us these beautiful pictures, the text and his permission to use them both.

Defileul Someșului Rece National Park, near the communes of Măguri Răcătău and Măguri-Marisel, is located west of Cluj-Napoca, in north-western Romania.

Find out more about Cluj-Napoca:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/destinations-romania-cluj-napoca/

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

Satul Hosman ( în germană Holzmengen ) este situat în districtul Sibiu din Transilvania și face parte din municipalitatea Nocrich ( Leschkirch ).

Mulțumim Your Guide in Transylvania (foto: Adrian Arsu Films) pentru permisiunea de a folosi această imagine (ianuarie 2022).

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).

Romania has a large number of salt mines, most of which are open to visitors all year round. It’s a special experience for the whole family and definitely recommended as a day trip.

Salina Turda, Cluj county
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Praid Salina, Harghita county
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Salina Slanic, Prahova county
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/slanic-prahova-salt-mine/

# Salina Ocnele Mari, Valcea county
https://discover-valcea.com/en/ocnele-mari-salt-mine/

# Salina Târgu Ocna, Bacău County.
It is the third largest salt mine and one of the oldest salt mines in Romania. With the Trotuș mine, located at a depth of 240 meters, it hosts the largest respiratory disease treatment unit in the country. The mine is also home to one of the few places of worship in Romania built in the salt mines and dedicated to Saint Varvara. The salt mine is still used today to extract, process and sell salt in Romania and abroad. Between 90,000 and 120,000 tons of salt are extracted every year.

Salina Târgu Ocna is one of the oldest salt mines in Romania and is mentioned in documents dating back to 1502, being listed as a salt extraction area at least since 1353.

A beautiful photo of the fortified church/peasant castle Tartlau in Prejmer (Tartlau), in the county of Brasov, 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 was expelled from the region in 1225. Construction was then continued under the Cistercian monastery of Kerz. A special feature of the inventory is the late Gothic winged altar from the mid-15th century.

Thanks to Gerhard Daniela Zitzmann for permission to use this image.

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.

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

DATE: This weekend (September 14/15) the Wine Festival “The Story of Wine in Medias” takes place on King Ferdinand Square in the city center.

The town of Mediaș consists of the city 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.

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.

“Little Paris” … maybe, in a way. Pictures from last August in Bucharest, the capital of Romania.

Thanks to Mr. Liviu Jakob ( facebook.com/leaveu.jacobs ) for the images and permission to use them. Thank you

Beautiful fall images of September 2024 from Corbeni commune in Argeș county.

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

The wooden church of Plopis in Maramureș county was built in 1798 and is dedicated to Saints Archangels Michael and Gabriel. It is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

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

The Carpenters’ Tower in Sibiu (on the left of the wall) was built in the 14th century by the Saxon carpenters’ guild of Sibiu.

The tower was part of the city’s third ring of fortifications, and today it is the left tower of the surviving city wall and fortress. It is located on Zitadellenstraße (Harteneckgasse, named after the mayor Johann Sachs von Harteneck).

The Olar Tower (Olar Tower to the right of the wall) was built in the 15th century by the Saxon potters’ guild. It was also part of the city’s third fortress belt and is located to the right of the preserved city wall and fortress.

The Museum of Traditional Folk Culture in Sibiu (Hermannstadt in German) is one of the largest open-air museums in Romania.

Located just south of Sibiu (German: Hermannstadt), the museum is situated in the “Dumbrava Sibiului” forest, on the road connecting Sibiu and Rășinari, about three kilometers (3) from the city.

It contains installations of traditional Romanian pre-industrial Romanian folk civilization. Houses, workshops and building complexes are scattered around a lake, among the trees of Dumbrăvii Sibiului.

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

The Mecles Museum/Mill dates back to 1890 and consists of two mills that are moved by the power of the Iza River. The mill is located in the village of Sacel, on the road DJ186 (an intersection of road 17C) in the county of Maramureș.

One of the two mills is of German origin, popularly known as “Fosalai” and has been in operation since 1905. It is used for washing raw wool so that it can be processed further.

Thanks to Mr. Alexander Laszlo for sending these images (September 2024).

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 located 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/

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 located 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/

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

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

At the beginning of September, cross the new bridge from Brăila over the Danube, continue for about 15 km to Macin and continue straight ahead for about 500 meters after you reach the end of the village.

Then turn left from the main road to the Izvorul Tămăduirii Monastery (also Macin Monastery) and as soon as you turn left again to the monastery, park on the right and walk to the right … into the Macin mountains.

Butterflies, lizards, a tortoise and lots and lots of nature all the way to the Vraju peak, (probably) the highest point in the mountain range, 335 meters above sea level. A marvelous view of the monastery and its surroundings towards the Danube Delta, Brăila and Galați, including the new bridge over the Danube, rewards the ascent in the afternoon, when it is still around 28 degrees.

Duration of the ascent/ descent hike: 4 hours, the last 30-45 minutes of which are rockier and therefore good footwear is a must. The hiking trails are well signed and easy to follow/find.

Anyone who is ever in Bucharest should definitely visit it! Caru ‘cu Bere is a famous brewery in Bucharest that was opened in 1879.

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

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

Thanks to Vlad the Impaler – Dracula (Photos: @simon_gruber) for permission to use these images.

Four seasons and four videos about Romania … Fall, winter, spring and summer. Spring … is hot and in many places scorching. The Black Sea, the Danube Delta, but also the Carpathian Mountains, Transylvania, Bucovina and many, many places and regions worth visiting.

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Four seasons and four videos about Romania … Fall, winter, spring and summer. Spring … nature wakes up all over the country.

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Four seasons and four videos about Romania … Fall, winter, spring and summer. Winter … Skiing, mountains and more

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Our list is growing, but there’s sure to be many more! Free registration possible! Let us know your favorite place. Information and much more is also welcome and can be provided below. Just follow the link …

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Almost 138 years ago, Timișoara / Timisoara / Timișoara proved its uniqueness as a city in Europe.

On November 12, 1884, almost 60 kilometers of streets in downtown Timisoara were lit with 731 lamps*. At the time, it was the record in Europe and second only to New York in the world.

* The number of lamps and kilometers are based on different sources with the same statement on the Internet
** Of course, the lamps were smaller than those shown in the picture. This lamp is only for memory and not for lighting in Timisoara.

Sibiu at night … a lively city. Many people are still in the city at 23:00, you can drink coffee on the many terraces, eat ice cream and even the supermarkets in the city center are open until midnight.

PS: We always try to “capture” as few people as possible in our photos. And if we do, they are as unrecognizable as possible. Therefore, many of our photos are taken late at night or early in the morning, when there are few or no people in the city. However, the city is not empty, we just go out very late.

The “Bridge of Lies” is one of Sibiu’s most famous landmarks. Built in 1859* in Friedrichshütte in Hesse, it was here that the first cast-iron bridge in Romania (and the second in Europe) was built.

There are many legends about the name, but because it was also the first bridge not to stand on pillars, it was called “Liegebrücke” … and the word “Lügenbrücke”‘ then was not so far off …

* Info: In 1859, Sibiu and the region of Transylvania belonged to the then Hungarian Kingdom (from 1867, then Austria-Hungary)

Romania is famous for its desserts … Papanași, Clatite cu inghetata (pancakes with ice cream), Prajitura Greta Garbo and many, many more.

Simply delicious. PS: More pictures and recipes are welcome in the comments

Tomorrow, May 25 and 26, 2024, the time has finally arrived – after last year’s great success – the 4th edition of the SLOW FOOD Festival in Berca, near the city of Buzău, will take place again this weekend, next Saturday and Sunday.

Enjoy a cozy feast of regional delicacies and take them home with you. Lots and lots more will be on offer, available to taste and also to buy.

The Slow Food Festival takes place in the Craftsmen’s Square (square) in the town of Berca. As soon as you see the monastery of Berca or arrive in town, turn left just after the bridge and continue for about 200 meters. Open between 10:00 and 18:00 and on Sundays between 10:00 and 17:00.

Read more: Slow Food Buzău

Pictures from previous festivals last year (2023)

We are following the Zitzmann family through Romania, who not only allowed us to use photos from the trip (end of September 2023), but also to capture their experiences and adventures. Thank you.

“Romania, day 19, the Apuseni Mountains, we pass over passers-by, and so we pass by very original and simple villages, where rural life and crafts still matter. Everything seems peaceful, but we suspect that life here is demanding for the people. Huge stacks of hay are taken from the fields by horse and cart to be stored. We visit a market and see a knife grinder, a broom maker and many small shops. A man was selling carved spoons. Tomorrow we visit an ice cave. This is part of the Apuseni Nature Park and contains the most compact underground ice block in Europe, with a volume of 75,000 cubic meters and up to 26 meters thick. Let’s see what we see. We found another great place to sleep, with a few woofers that we fed.”

Thanks to Gerhard Daniela Zitzmann for photos and text.

… until September 15, 2024 !!!!

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Pictures of the Danube, Dubova Bay and, in the background, Mraconia Monastery. Here begins one of the most famous hiking trails in the Danube Gorge: From Dubova to the Ciucarul Mare (Big Sugar) Peak.

Difficulty: easy
Duration round trip: about 2 hours
Marking: yellow triangles
Starting point: Exit Dobova village in the direction of Svinita.

Thanks Banatul Montan (Photos: Kokovics Laszlo ) for permission to use these photos.

Beautiful pictures of the ” Happy 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.

Images from the summer of 2023 of Cluj-Napoca (in German Klausenburg, in Hungarian Kolozsvar), the second largest city in Romania and the capital of Cluj county in Transylvania (probably*).

With about 400,000* inhabitants, Cluj-Napoca is the unofficial capital of Transylvania. It’s home to universities, a lively nightlife and many buildings dating back to the time of Hungarian and Saxon rule. Around the main square, Union Square, is the Gothic Church of St Michael and a 15th-century equestrian statue of King Matthew Corvinus. The baroque Banffy Palace is now a museum displaying Romanian art.

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

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

* Possibly also Iași, Timișoara or Constanța. Unfortunately there are no exact numbers.

Images from the summer of 2023 of Cluj-Napoca (in German Klausenburg, in Hungarian Kolozsvar), the second largest city in Romania and the capital of Cluj county in Transylvania (probably*).

With about 400,000* inhabitants, Cluj-Napoca is the unofficial capital of Transylvania. It’s home to universities, a lively nightlife and many buildings dating back to the time of Hungarian and Saxon rule. Around the main square, Union Square, is the Gothic Church of St Michael and a 15th-century equestrian statue of King Matthew Corvinus. The baroque Banffy Palace is now a museum displaying Romanian art.

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

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

* Possibly also Iași, Timișoara or Constanța. Unfortunately there are no exact numbers.

Humor Monastery is a Romanian Orthodox women’s monastery located about 5 km north of the town of Gura Humorului, Suceava County (historical region of Bucovina).

Thanks to Mrs. Farkas Ildiko Farkas ( facebook.com/farkas.ildiko.75 ) for permission to use these pictures.

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

The Alba Carolina Fortress in Alba Iulia (Karlsburg) was built between 1715 and 1738, during the reign of Emperor Charles VI, as a fortification with seven bastions.

It served the Habsburgs as a strategic point of defense along the military border with the Ottoman Empire. Alba Iulia lies near the highway on the road to and from Sibiu (Hermannstadt). Definitely worth a visit.

Thanks to photographer Rene Benner ( facebook.com/rene.benner.1 ) for sending us these beautiful pictures. Thank you!

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

Sinaia is a town in Prahova county, located on the Prahova river valley, surrounded by the Bucegi Mountains.

From Sinaia (altitude above sea level: 767-860 meters above sea level) up to an altitude of 2,000 meters, and in winter there are also several ski lifts operating.

Salina Ocnele Mari is a salt mine in the small town of Ocnele Mari, Valcea county, in the historic Oltenia region.

https://discover-valcea.com/en/ocnele-mari-salt-mine/

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

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 from 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.

Tismana is a small town in Țara Românească in the district of Gorj in southwestern Romania.

The town is known for the Romanian Orthodox monastery of Tismana, the oldest surviving monastery in Walla Wallachia.

As early as 1377, a monastery was built here by Prince Radu II, which was built again in 1495 (when he fell into despair). The town (since 2004 Tismana is a city) was founded in the 15th/16th century around the monastery and is today an important Romanian center of wood industry.

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

Kayaking tours in a special way, in Sulina, at the mouth of the Danube, in Musura Bay, on / in the Black Sea and, of course, through the Danube delta.

Interested? From April to October … find out more at Discover Sulina or Out N Wild

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

It was built in 1724 in 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.

Timișoara (also known as Timisoara or Timisoara Castle) is located in western Romania, in the historic Banat region and is the capital of Timis County.

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

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.

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.

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

Pictures taken by photographer Stefan Bode from the Transylvania region of Romania. We would like to thank him and Mrs. Göddert from Heide Reisen.

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Pictures taken by photographer Stefan Bode from the Transylvania region of Romania. We would like to thank him and Mrs. Göddert from Heide Reisen.

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“Parliament Palace” is approx. 360.000 square meters is not only the second largest building in the world (after the Pentagon in Washington), it is also number 1 in the Guinness Book of World Records by total weight.

Among other things, 1,000,000 cubic meters of marble, 3,500 tons of crystal, 700,000 tons of steel and bronze, 900,000 cubic meters of wood and 200,000 sq m of carpet were processed. There are about 1,000 rooms in the palace, not counting corridors, corridors, staircases and 40 elevators.

The building, which dates back to the time of dictator Nicolae Ceausescu, is – whether you find this architectural style good or not good – definitely worth a visit.

Thanks to Mr. Christian Behnisch (https://www.facebook.com/christian.behnisch) for permission to use these images (photos from December 28, 2021). Thank you!

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

It’s a good hour’s walk to the gorge, or the Seven Stairs, which is crisscrossed by a stream with clear, cool water and lots of nature. Even if you don’t enter the gorge via the stairs (there’s a fee, another three hours of walking!), the hike up there and back is certainly beautiful.

For hiking: sturdy footwear is highly recommended. Here and there, you’ll go over tree trunks, small wooden bridges and loose stones, or you’ll walk directly in the stream bed or on a gravel path. You should definitely take a drink with you.

The 7 Stairs gorge or 7 Stairs Canyon is located in Brasov county, south of the village of Dâmbul Morii.

It is one of the tourist attractions of the Piatra Mare massif/mountain.

Thanks to Mrs. Teodora Mocanu ( facebook.com/thalintus.you ) for permission to use this image. Thanks!

Shortly after the end of Brasov (Brasov) in the direction of Sinaia (Bucharest) turn left towards the gorge Sapte Scari (Seven Stairs).

It’s a good one-hour walk up the gorge or. the seven stairs, which is lined by a stream with clear, cool water and lots of nature and also …

Salina Slanic salt mine is located in Prahova county, about 100 kilometers northeast of Bucharest.

It opened to visitors in 1970 and was first mentioned as a salt mine in 1686.

More salt mines, many tour destinations and information about Romania as a vacation destination: https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/

A small selection of cities, places and destinations you should definitely visit when traveling through Romania.

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City of Schässburg ( Sighisoara ) in Mures district | Barsana Monastery in Maramureș district | Corvin Castle / Hunedoara in Hunedoara district | Hermannstadt City ( Sibiu ) in Sibiu district | Törzburg Castle / Bran in Brasov district | Peles Castle in Prahova district

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 the 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.

Pictures from Schässburg with a difference … A trip into the valley suburbs and up the opposite hill with views (from the back) of the city.

Pictures from Schässburg with a difference … A trip into the valley suburbs and up the opposite hill with views (from the back) of the city.

Images from January 2023 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.

Mocănița is the name of a narrow-gauge railroad on which steam locomotives still run.

The best known ‘Mocăniță’ runs along the Vaserului Valley in Maramureș county, north of the Transylvania region of Romania. Moldovița can be found in Suceava county in northeastern Romania.

More information and the current timetable can be found here:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/mocanita-vaser-valley/

A picture of Kronstadt in early June 2024. A wonderful view of the city that we can only recommend.

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Holbav (German Holbach, Hungarian Holbák) is a municipality in the region of Transylvania.

The commune is located south of the mountain of the same name (Zeidner Berg in German). Holbav is about twelve kilometers southwest of the town of Codlea (in German Zeiden) and 20 kilometers from the county capital of Brasov (Kronstadt).

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

Many, many trips and offers (in German) for the fall and also already for next year 2025.

https://www.karpaten-offroad.de

A small selection of images that will surely whet your appetite for a trip to Bucharest.

Bucharest is one of the largest cities in Europe and the capital of Romania. It has a beautiful historic center (Old Center, Lipscani), many large and beautiful parks and above all a rich history, many stories with many, many contrasts. For that you can love or hate Bucharest… or you can do both at the same time. But the city is 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.

There are many reasons to visit the 5* Lebada Luxury Resort & Spa in the Danube Delta. Let’s start with the location and some luxuries.

https://www.newlebadaresort.com/en/

Guests are expected in 187 rooms and suites, divided into 17 categories and also with panoramic views of the Danube. Relax at the in-house wellness center, take a tour of the Danube Delta or “just” go fishing. The wide range of offers at Lebada Resort will convince you too.

Măcin Mountains are a mountain range in the historical landscape of Dobrogea … and anyone traveling on the new bridge over the Danube between Braila and Galati will see it right in front of them.

As part of Dobrogea’s northern massif, it lies between the Danube and the Black Sea. The highest peak is called Varful Țutuiatul and is 467 meters high. Culmea Pricopanului (photo) is about 20 kilometers east of the city of Brăila.

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

Carta Monastery (German: Kerz) is a former Cistercian (Benedictine) monastery in the Fagaras region of Transylvania, Romania. It is located on the left bank of the Olt River between the towns of Sibiu and Fagaras and is now a Lutheran church.

The exact date of the founding of the monastery Carta (Latin: monasterium beatae Mariae virginis in Candelis de Kerch) is unknown. A Constance document of April 17, 1418, issued by Sigismund, King of Hungary, vaguely states that the monastery was founded by his predecessors, built and provided with rights and privileges. From Leopold Janauschek have collected and analyzed Cistercian documents from 13 to 15. The century mentions the founding year of the monastery around 1202-1203.

The town of Targu Mures, first mentioned in 1300, is situated on the Mures river (German Mieresch, Hungarian Maros) on the road from Brasov to Cluj Napoca.

Find out more about Romania:
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More beautiful pictures of the Bolii cave.

The cave is located on the road that connects the Jiului Valley with Sara Hategului, approx. 6 kilometers from the town of Petrosani in Hunedoara county.

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

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

The archaeological site of Băile Romane (a former Roman thermal bath) and Băile Daco-Romane (a new thermal bath, now used for treatments) is located in Geoagiu-Bai, about 45 km northeast of Deva, in Hunedoara county.

Geoagiu-Bai is a balneoclimatic (balneotherapy) holiday resort, first documented in 1805. The ozonized air, constantly freshened by the mountain breeze, is recommended for the treatment of diseases of the nervous system, fatigue, overwork, anemia and neuroses, among others.

Thanks to traveller.s_bucket_list ( https://www.instagram.com/traveler.s_bucket_list/ ) for permission to use these images (Băile Române).

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

Biertan is one of the earliest German-Saxon settlements and was mentioned in documents as early as 1398 (other sources: 1402).

Like any Saxon settlement, it is characterized by a row of houses built around a central square, above which rises the imposing church fortress. Between 1572 and 1867, Biertan was the seat of the Saxon bishopric (episcopal see of the Evangelical Church A.B.), which fostered the building of one of the largest agricultural communities in Transylvania around this fortified church. It is a medieval and architectural treasure of Romania, definitely worth a visit.

The Museum of Traditional Folk Culture in Sibiu (Hermannstadt in German) is one of the largest open-air museums in Romania.

Located just south of Sibiu (German: Hermannstadt), the museum is situated in the “Dumbrava Sibiului” forest, on the road connecting Sibiu and Rășinari, about three kilometers (3) from the city.

It contains installations of traditional Romanian pre-industrial Romanian folk civilization. Houses, workshops and building complexes are scattered around a lake, among the trees of Dumbrăvii Sibiului.

Thanks to Mrs. Farkas Ildiko Farkas ( facebook.com/farkas.ildiko.75 ) for permission to use these pictures.

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 situated on the west side opposite the entrance to the church and was erected in 1697 The frescoes of the formation were created between 1705 and 1706 and are still in good condition today.

Text: Wikipedia

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

Visit the European Capital of Culture 2023 in western Romania and the historic Banat region.

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

It is located in the county of Vrancea, as this is where the main battles on the Eastern Front took place. During these battles, 480 Romanian officers and 21,000 Romanian soldiers died. The mausoleum currently houses 5,000 soldiers and officers in 154 individual crypts and 9 common crypts in 18 rows.

Find out more about the mausoleum:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/marasesti-mausoleum/

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

Sarmaua contains meat wrapped with other ingredients in vine leaves or pickled cabbage. Sarmal can also be meatless (vegetarian) with vegetables.

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

If the meat is lean, add a few tablespoons of breadcrumbs or cornmeal to bind the mixture better. Mix the contents well and then wrap in vine leaves or cabbage, depending on your preference.
Cook for about two (2) hours, placing the sarmals close together in a saucepan and adding water. When the liquid in which the sarm is cooking is low, add hot water to compensate.
Check after the first hour of cooking and then as often as you think necessary.

Thanks to “Mom” Postolache for the recipe and to her daughter for her hard work and pictures.

About 120 sarme are made from the amount of ingredients. These are usually eaten with Smantana (sour cream/sour cream) and Ardei chili (chili peppers). Also, depending on the region, white bread and Mardolina (made from corn grits, similar to Italian Mardolina) are added.

We wish you Pofta buna (Bon apetit)

We followed the journey of “Schnuff” and his biker friends in the summer of 2023 and got so many new impressions and wonderful pictures.

Bistrița is a city in northeastern Transylvania, in the district of Bistrița-Năsăud. The city is crossed by the Bistrița river of the same name and is situated near the Bârgău Mountains, on the slopes of which there is a wine-growing area