A small selection of cities, places, and destinations that you should definitely visit at least once on a trip through Romania (Part 3 of 500 🥰).

Here: Brașov (Kronstadt) and Poiana Brașov (Schulerau)

https://discover-brasov.com | https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de

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

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* Țara Bârsei (Burzenland in German, Barcasag in Hungarian) is a historical and ethnographic region in southeastern Transylvania with a mixed population of Romanians, Germans and Hungarians.

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

It lies northwest of the town/citadel of Rupea and southeast of the city of Sighișoara. Between the 18th and 20th centuries, the village had about 700 inhabitants, mainly Transylvanian Saxons and a Romanian village section. Viscri is notable for its fortified church and the typical Saxon village layout.

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

In the 12th century, before the German settlers arrived, the Székelys (a Hungarian-speaking ethnic group in eastern Transylvania) built a small Romanesque hall church here. In the 13th century, it was expanded. After the first Turkish incursions, the church was fortified in the 14th century, and a defensive wall with towers was built.

We thank photographer Brian Randall for the permission to use these pictures (early September 2021).

Why only visit a vampire in the castle when he apparently also likes to drop by the campsite

https://vampirecamping.ro/

We would like to thank Mr. Uwe Tauber for this picture and the information about this campsite, which he visited a year ago. His personal assessment: “The owners are very friendly, the site is well equipped and the sanitary facilities are clean and well maintained.”

You will find WLAN, telephone, electrical connections, gas bottles, sanitary facilities and more ...

More about campsites in Romania:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/camping-in-romania-en/

Beautiful images from a journey through Romania, kindly shared with us by Mrs. Karin Markert. Many thanks for this!

Images from Bran, the Bran Castle in Brașov County.

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

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

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

Rupea Castle is located near the town of Rupea (in German: Reps), approx. 50 km from Brasov (Kronstadt) - on the way to Targu Mures - and is one of the oldest castles on Romanian territory.

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The castle was built in the 11th century and is the landmark of the town of Rupea (Reps). High above the town on Kohalm Hill (578 meters), it can be seen from afar. It was first mentioned in documents in 1324, when the Saxons fought against the King of Hungary.

Pictures May 2024

Harman Municipality (in German: Honigberg) is located in the historic region of Burzenland, approx. 12 kilometers northeast of the city of Brașov (Kronstadt).

Hungarian King Andrew II. In 1211, Burzenland granted the Teutonic Knights, who settled there, built castles, brought German settlers to the country, and founded villages such as Honigberg. After clashes with the king, the order was expelled from Burzenland in 1225, but German settlements remained.

More information and more images:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/the-fortress-of-harman/

Life-size dinosaurs, animated and brought to life. A cave in the stone age, a small volcano of its own and a lot of history during the time of the dinosaurs await visitors in Dinopark (Dino Parc Râșnov) in Brașov County.

In addition to countless dinosaurs, there are many things to offer, just for the little ones and the "little ones". Paint your own dinosaur, sit on a dinosaur train or use the spacious playground. It's a wonderful trip to the dinopark with the whole family.

Pictures: early January 2022

Simply beeeeeeeautifuuuuul !!!

The Roman Catholic Church „ Saints Peter and Paul ” from Brașov ( Brasov ) was founded in the second half of the 18th century. 19th century built 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 built in Budapest, and the organ comes from Timisoara. 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, Ignatie Batthyany.

Bran Castle (in German: Törzburg) is located in the Transylvania region, in Brașov County.

Regardless of whether Dracula (if he ever existed 😁) or his "human" counterpart (Vlad III Draculea, Vlad the Impaler) lived here or not... the castle and the entire region are definitely worth a visit.

We thank Castelul Bran for the permission to use these images.

The city of Târgu Mureș, first mentioned in documents in the year 1300, is located on the Mureș River (in German Mieresch, in Hungarian Maros), on the road from Brașov to Cluj-Napoca.

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In the Buzău region, close to the mud volcanoes, „ Living fire ” and Geopark The Land of Buzau are the German pension the Grigorescu Mansion.

https://conaculgrigorescu.com/de

Enjoy wonderful days, be pampered with culinary delights and experience the region around Buzau or the surrounding area. The pension is located in the center of the Bucharest triangle, Kronstadt ( Brasov ) and the Danube Delta. The perfect starting point for additional experiences and adventures

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A beautiful and atmospheric image of Rupea Fortress, captured by photographer Sorin Onișor.

Rupea Fortress is located near the town of Rupea, about 50 km from Brașov – on the way to Târgu Mureș – and is one of the oldest fortresses in Romania.

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Built in the 11th century, the fortress is the symbol of Rupea. Perched on Cohalm Hill (578 m), it is visible from afar. It was first mentioned in documents in 1324, when the Saxons rebelled against the King of Hungary.

We thank photographer Sorin Onișor for allowing us to use this image.

On the way between Sibiu and Brasov lies the town of Fagaras and you should definitely plan a visit to the 14th century fortress (Cetatea Fagarasului) and the cathedral (Catedrala Sfantul Ioan Botezatorul), both of which are right next to each other.

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Those who spend their vacation in the Prahova Valley or the surrounding area have many opportunities to experience history, adventure and nature

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Experience the city of Sinaia and take a walk to Peles Castle and its "little brother" Pelisor, visit Busteni and Cantacuzino Castle (location of the Netfilx series Wednesday) or the Caraiman Monastery, the Caraiman Mountains and the Caraiman Peak / Sphinx (cable car / gondola in Romanian Telecabina, available). Not far away is Rasnov (town, fortress, Dinopark) and Törzburg (Bran, the castle of Dracula) and Brasov / Kronstadt can also be reached in a short time.

Many travelers drive to Romania with their own car or rent one at the airport and ... some may feel a bit overwhelmed by parking situations in certain cities. So here are a few tips.

**First of all, don’t copy the creative parking habits of some locals**. Cars can be **towed quickly** (especially in fire zones, in front of hospitals, intersections, pedestrian crossings, etc.), and recovering them requires **cash payment** – but first, you need to find out where your car was taken, which can be a long process 🙈.

# Stress-free parking in Brăila 🥰
Brăila, located in southeastern Romania, has about 150,000 residents. **Parking is always available and completely free, even in the city center**.

# The neighboring city, Galați ... a bit more complicated 😅
Galați, with around 300,000 residents, has **many paid parking zones** (not only downtown). Parking is charged **Monday-Saturday, 08:00-20:00**, and can be paid at parking meters or via SMS (Romanian phone number required). **IMPORTANT**: If you don’t pay, you may quickly find a **wheel clamp** 😅. The unlocking fee is **200-300 Lei (40-60 Euros)** depending on the time of day.

# Brașov – parking requires patience
Finding a parking spot **near the center of Brașov is difficult at any time**. Many streets are one-way, and it takes time to locate an available space. **Parking is charged (Monday-Saturday, 08:00-20:00)** and can be paid at meters, via SMS (per hour, multiple SMS needed – Romanian number required), or via an app (24h tickets available). Paid parking applies citywide, so always check the signs.

# Timișoara, European Capital of Culture 2023 ... going high-tech 😁
Paid parking in the city center is monitored using a **special camera-equipped vehicle** that scans parked cars and checks payment records in real-time. We’re not sure how it works exactly, but … we suspect fines are issued automatically.

# Bucharest … no words 🙈
Parking in Bucharest means **either at the hotel or 20 km outside the city** 😁. The **traffic is intense**, and the **driving style is reminiscent of Italian movies**. Most areas, including downtown, require **paid parking** (via meter, SMS – Romanian number needed, or app). Finding a spot in the **Old Town is extremely difficult**, and private parking can cost up to **300 Lei (60 Euros) for 24h**. **Our advice**: book a hotel with free parking and use taxis, Uber, or public transport instead. It's worth it!

# Small towns & rural areas
Parking here is usually **free and easy** 😊, but check signs near tourist attractions.

# Ignoring a parking fine? 😅
Not a good idea! Most cities **clamp the front wheel** (yellow or orange). The release fee depends on the time of day. **Better pay for parking in advance** – it’s cheaper!

Any parking experiences in Romania? Share your comments!

# And a reminder: RO Vignette
Driving on **Romanian highways and national roads** requires a vignette (Rovinieta). Buy it online **up to a month before your trip**: [https://www.roviniete.ro/de/](https://www.roviniete.ro/de/). Prices:
- 3 Euros / 7 days
- 7 Euros / 30 days
- 13 Euros / 90 days
- 28 Euros / 1 year

Rental cars usually have it included, but double-check.

Safe travels & stress-free parking! 🚗😊

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 of Rupea (German: Reps) and southeast of the town of Sighișoara (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 characterised both by the fortified church and the village structure, which was shaped by 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 new boutique hotel "Casa Chitic" has a wonderful location in the center of Brasov, Transylvania region and is only a few meters from many sights, such as the Black Church.

The visitor will find a hotel with historic architecture combined with all the current standards and modern comfort.

https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/de/uir/casa-chitic/

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

We thank Castelul Bran for the permission to use this picture.

In the heart of Brașov, near Boutique Hotel Casa Chitic, the Transylvanian Cellar / Saxon Cellar welcomes you like in the old days, with Romanian dishes, enticing aromas, and an atmosphere full of authentic charm.

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

The village of Fundata is located in Brașov County, in the Transylvania region.

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

Many thanks to Vlad the Impaler - Dracula for allowing us to use this image.

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

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

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

The Sphinx (Sfinxul in Romanian) is a natural rock formation located in the Bucegi Mountains*, at an altitude of approx. 2,215 meters.

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

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

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Right next to the inscription BRASOV offers a wonderful view of the city and the adjacent region.

Of course, those who want to be able to go with the gondola, but in addition to costs, they have to accept very long waiting times ( on weekends ).

Images: July 2022

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

Rupea Fortress served as a refuge for the population of the surrounding villages from repeated sieges by the Turks and Tatars. It was built in 1324 during the Saxon uprising against the Hungarian King Charles Robert of Anjou.

Later, the inhabitants added three defense towers and two inner courtyards to the original structure, which served as shelters. In the first courtyard, there is a 59-meter-deep well that still provides water today.

Learn more about the fortress and tourist destinations in Romania:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/

We thank Go_out_Romania for granting permission to use some of the images.

Honigberg Fortified Church in Transylvania, Brasov County, just a few kilometers from Brasov ... beautiful.

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

Our conclusion: The visit is 100% worthwhile