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County : Brașov
Website: casa-kraus.ro
Telefon: +40 (0)743 255 553
Address: Criț (Criț, PLZ: 507036), Satul Crit Nr. 25, County Brașov, Romania
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Enjoy ... on the Historic Cafés Route
(12 September 2025)
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(12 September 2025)
Enjoy and discover the delicious temptations along the Historic Cafés Route in Transylvania.
The café / confectionery *La Vatra Ardealului* in Brasov (Kronstadt) and the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig invite you to a unique coffee experience, accompanied by many other delights. Visit the Historic Cafés Route in Romania and let yourself be spoiled.
📍 Cafe / Confectionery La Vatra Ardealului, Brasov / Kronstadt, opposite the Black Church, Str. Gheorghe Baritiu 14
>> https://www.facebook.com/lavatraardealului
📍 Brukenthal Palace, Cafe & Restaurant in Avrig / Freck, about 30 km southeast of Sibiu
>> https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/unser-historisches-cafe/
📍 KAFUNE coffee bean blends from LA FANTANA, Italy
>> https://lafantana.ro/ro/rezidential/cafea/cafea-boabe
The café / confectionery *La Vatra Ardealului* in Brasov (Kronstadt) and the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig invite you to a unique coffee experience, accompanied by many other delights. Visit the Historic Cafés Route in Romania and let yourself be spoiled.
📍 Cafe / Confectionery La Vatra Ardealului, Brasov / Kronstadt, opposite the Black Church, Str. Gheorghe Baritiu 14
>> https://www.facebook.com/lavatraardealului
📍 Brukenthal Palace, Cafe & Restaurant in Avrig / Freck, about 30 km southeast of Sibiu
>> https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/unser-historisches-cafe/
📍 KAFUNE coffee bean blends from LA FANTANA, Italy
>> https://lafantana.ro/ro/rezidential/cafea/cafea-boabe

Poiana Brasov | Postavaru Peak (1.799m)
(09 September 2025)
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(09 September 2025)
A day in August 2024 in Brasov / Kronstadt, simply beaauuuutiful !!! 🥰
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

Brasov / Kronstadt | These days
(09 September 2025)
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(09 September 2025)
Pictures from these days from Brasov / Kronstadt in Transylvania.
https://discover-brasov.com | https://kronstadt-erleben.de
We thank Mr. Sebastian Mallach for sending these impressive pictures. Thank you, Sebastian 😊
https://discover-brasov.com | https://kronstadt-erleben.de
We thank Mr. Sebastian Mallach for sending these impressive pictures. Thank you, Sebastian 😊

County Museum of History Brasov / Bastionul Tesatorilor
(08 September 2025)
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(08 September 2025)
The History Museum of the city and county of Brașov (Kronstadt) was founded in 1950 and is located in the former parish hall in the center of the Council Square (square) or partly in the Weavers' Bastion in Brașov (Kronstadt).
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 arms that could be used through narrow, circular bullet holes throughout the galleries. Two guard towers were built, which monitored the city both militarily and in terms of possible fires.
After the restoration, the weavers' bastion was transformed into a museum.
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 arms that could be used through narrow, circular bullet holes throughout the galleries. Two guard towers were built, which monitored the city both militarily and in terms of possible fires.
After the restoration, the weavers' bastion was transformed into a museum.

Romania tour in 1,000 pictures | Rasnov | Bran | Brasov
(05 September 2025)
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(05 September 2025)
Three beautiful places, located relatively close to each other, in the Burzenland / Transylvania.
https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com
We thank Tom & Helga for these wonderful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks 🥰
https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com
We thank Tom & Helga for these wonderful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks 🥰

1001 nights | Pension Conacul Grigorescu | Berca, Buzau County
(03 September 2025)
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(03 September 2025)
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
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

Fortress / Fortified church / Museum | Honigberg / Harman
(02 September 2025)
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(02 September 2025)
We were there a few days ago, in Transylvania, Brasov County, just a few kilometers from Kronstadt (Brasov)... and we were thrilled!
An hour flies by and there is something for everyone: for the lover of history and stories, for the friend of Transylvania, the adventurer, for families with children who can explore the battlements and the way of life from long ago and so much more!
Our conclusion: The visit is 100% worth it
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/ro/uir/de-vizitat-locatii-de-vizitat-cetatea-din-harman/
An hour flies by and there is something for everyone: for the lover of history and stories, for the friend of Transylvania, the adventurer, for families with children who can explore the battlements and the way of life from long ago and so much more!
Our conclusion: The visit is 100% worth it
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/ro/uir/de-vizitat-locatii-de-vizitat-cetatea-din-harman/

Travel offer: Christmas Markets Bucharest & Brasov | Dracula Castle Bran
(02 September 2025)
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(02 September 2025)
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Bucharest, enjoy the Christmas Markets in Bucharest and Brasov, and also pay a visit to Count Dracula 🥰. A five (5) day trip with accommodation in a 4* hotel in Bucharest, including all transfers and more, from €649, organized by DRS GmbH, Stuttgart.
https://drs-reisen.de/.../silvester-in-bukarest-mit.../
https://drs-reisen.de/.../silvester-in-bukarest-mit.../

The Bucegi Mountains and the "Sphinx"
(02 September 2025)
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(02 September 2025)
The Sphinx (in Romanian Sfinxul) is a natural rock formation located in the Bucegi Mountains*, at an altitude of approximately 2,215 meters.
*The Bucegi Mountains are located south of the city of Brașov, on the eastern edge of the Southern Carpathians in Romania.
https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de | https://welcome-to-romania.com
*The Bucegi Mountains are located south of the city of Brașov, on the eastern edge of the Southern Carpathians in Romania.
https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Bran / Törzburg | Brasov County
(31 August 2025)
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(31 August 2025)
Bran Castle (German: Törzburg) seen from high above ... from the so-called “vampire perspective” 🧛♂️😁
https://welcome-to-romania.com | https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de
We thank Mr. Amstad Beat for sending and allowing the use of these beautiful pictures.
https://welcome-to-romania.com | https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de
We thank Mr. Amstad Beat for sending and allowing the use of these beautiful pictures.

Rasnov Fortress / Castle | Brasov County
(31 August 2025)
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(31 August 2025)
The Rasnov Fortress (German: Rosenau Castle) is a historic monument and a landmark in Romania and ... we begin with a question!
In fact, the renovation of the fortress was supposed to be completed this summer, but ... unfortunately we have no / cannot find any information about it. Who has been there and can tell us (and our readers) more? That would be very, very kind 🥰
It is located in Rasnov (Rosenau), Brasov County, about 20 km from the city of Brasov (Kronstadt).
https://discover-brasov.com | https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de
The fortress was built as part of a defense system for the Transylvanian villages. The present medieval fortress was probably built between 1211 and 1225, during the rule of the Teutonic Knights in Burzenland.
In fact, the renovation of the fortress was supposed to be completed this summer, but ... unfortunately we have no / cannot find any information about it. Who has been there and can tell us (and our readers) more? That would be very, very kind 🥰
It is located in Rasnov (Rosenau), Brasov County, about 20 km from the city of Brasov (Kronstadt).
https://discover-brasov.com | https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de
The fortress was built as part of a defense system for the Transylvanian villages. The present medieval fortress was probably built between 1211 and 1225, during the rule of the Teutonic Knights in Burzenland.

Urlatoarea Waterfall | Vama Buzaului | Brasov County
(30 August 2025)
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(30 August 2025)
We thank Mrs. Karina Klein for sending these pictures. Thank you 😊
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

Canyon 7 Stairs
(30 August 2025)
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(30 August 2025)
The “7 Stairs” Gorge is located in Brasov County, south of the village of Dambul Morii. It is one of the main tourist attractions of the Piatra Mare Massif / Mountains.
Plan your trip / holiday to Romania now with https://rotravel24.com and create your own travel plan with destinations, experiences, and more!
We thank Mrs. Teodora Mocanu for granting permission to use this picture. Thank you 😊
Plan your trip / holiday to Romania now with https://rotravel24.com and create your own travel plan with destinations, experiences, and more!
We thank Mrs. Teodora Mocanu for granting permission to use this picture. Thank you 😊

Brasov | A wonderful destination in Transylvania
(27 August 2025)
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(27 August 2025)
Visit Brasov and experience the flair and many facets of a wonderful city in Transylvania.
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

Eight days Transylvania tour | Accommodation & rental car from €489
(27 August 2025)
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(27 August 2025)
Whether in September, autumn / winter or next year (2026). The tour operator DRS Reisen GmbH from Stuttgart offers an 8-day Transylvania tour including accommodation / breakfast, rental car, travel plan, and a guided city tour of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, from €489 per person (price depends on travel period, in double room, according to the operator’s details).
Organizer: DRS Reisen GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
Travel dates: From September 2025 until the end of 2026
More information / booking at:
https://drs-reisen.de/.../auf-der-historischen-cafes...
Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Brasov / Kronstadt | Sighisoara / Schäßburg | Count Dracula’s Castle Bran / Törzburg and much more ...
Organizer: DRS Reisen GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
Travel dates: From September 2025 until the end of 2026
More information / booking at:
https://drs-reisen.de/.../auf-der-historischen-cafes...
Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Brasov / Kronstadt | Sighisoara / Schäßburg | Count Dracula’s Castle Bran / Törzburg and much more ...

Autumn in the mountains around Brasov
(26 August 2025)
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(26 August 2025)
Autumn invites you to hikes and tours, but also to rides with the e-bike through wonderful nature. Romania offers diverse landscapes and natural beauty... and this in every season.
We thank Royal Compass for the permission to use these pictures.
We thank Royal Compass for the permission to use these pictures.

Enjoy KAFUNE coffee on the Historic Cafés Route
(25 August 2025)
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(25 August 2025)
Discover the KAFUNE coffee bean blends, created with the rhythms of Brazil but using Italian expertise in espresso culture, along the Historic Cafés Route in Transylvania.
The café / confectionery *La Vatra Ardealului* in Brasov (Kronstadt) and the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig invite you to a unique coffee experience, accompanied by many other delicacies. Visit the Historic Cafés Route in Romania and let yourself be spoiled.
📍 Cafe / Confectionery La Vatra Ardealului, Brasov / Kronstadt, opposite the Black Church on Gheorghe Baritiu Street 14
>> https://www.facebook.com/lavatraardealului
📍 Brukenthal Palace, Cafe & Restaurant in Avrig / Freck, about 30 km southeast of Sibiu
>> https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/unser-historisches-cafe/
📍 KAFUNE coffee bean blends from LA FANTANA, Italy
>> https://lafantana.ro/ro/rezidential/cafea/cafea-boabe
The café / confectionery *La Vatra Ardealului* in Brasov (Kronstadt) and the Brukenthal Palace in Avrig invite you to a unique coffee experience, accompanied by many other delicacies. Visit the Historic Cafés Route in Romania and let yourself be spoiled.
📍 Cafe / Confectionery La Vatra Ardealului, Brasov / Kronstadt, opposite the Black Church on Gheorghe Baritiu Street 14
>> https://www.facebook.com/lavatraardealului
📍 Brukenthal Palace, Cafe & Restaurant in Avrig / Freck, about 30 km southeast of Sibiu
>> https://brukenthal-palace-avrig.com/unser-historisches-cafe/
📍 KAFUNE coffee bean blends from LA FANTANA, Italy
>> https://lafantana.ro/ro/rezidential/cafea/cafea-boabe

Fortified Church Viscri | Brasov County
(24 August 2025)
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(24 August 2025)
The village of Viscri (in German: Deutsch-Weisskirch, in Hungarian: Szászfehéregyháza) is located in Brasov County, Transylvania.
It lies northwest of the town / fortress 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, in addition to a Romanian district. Viscri is distinguished both by its fortified church and by the village structure shaped by Saxon farmsteads.
Pictures: May 2024
It lies northwest of the town / fortress 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, in addition to a Romanian district. Viscri is distinguished both by its fortified church and by the village structure shaped by Saxon farmsteads.
Pictures: May 2024

Kronstadt | Brașov | Beautiful
(23 August 2025)
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(23 August 2025)
Experience Kronstadt in summer, enjoy the old town and the wonderful nature around you. Visit the zoo, the adventure park, the apark, the malls ( shopping centers ) and even the opera and much more ...
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com
The site is available in seven languages ( 7 ):
German, English, Romanian, French, Hebrew, Hungarian and Spanish
https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com
The site is available in seven languages ( 7 ):
German, English, Romanian, French, Hebrew, Hungarian and Spanish

Rasnov town and fortress | Dinopark
(23 August 2025)
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(23 August 2025)
Rasnov is located about 20 km from Brasov (Kronstadt), on the way to the village / castle of Bran.
Rasnov is a small town with about 15 thousand inhabitants. inhabitants, a fortress and a dinosaur park. The castle was built in the 14th century on the limestone cliffs above the town. The Dinopark Rasnov is located only 200 meters from the back of the fortress (referring to the picture). So nothing stands in the way of a wonderful family day out.
Rasnov is a small town with about 15 thousand inhabitants. inhabitants, a fortress and a dinosaur park. The castle was built in the 14th century on the limestone cliffs above the town. The Dinopark Rasnov is located only 200 meters from the back of the fortress (referring to the picture). So nothing stands in the way of a wonderful family day out.

Transfagarasan in the Carpathians of Romania
(22 August 2025)
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(22 August 2025)
A magical road in and through the Fagaras Mountains. The Transfagarasan road connects the two historical regions of Wallachia and Transylvania in a breathtaking mountain landscape.
https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de | https://rotravel24.com
Currently open (probably until sometime in mid/end of October) and if you are already here, you should definitely also check out the "neighboring road," the Transalpina.
Our tip for a round trip: Sibiu (Hermannstadt) > towards Avrig / Brasov and then head south onto the Transfagarasan > Curtea de Arges, Arges County > Valcea County > Brezoi and via the Transalpina to Sebes and back to Sibiu. We recommend at least one, if not two or three overnight stays along the way.
https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de | https://rotravel24.com
Currently open (probably until sometime in mid/end of October) and if you are already here, you should definitely also check out the "neighboring road," the Transalpina.
Our tip for a round trip: Sibiu (Hermannstadt) > towards Avrig / Brasov and then head south onto the Transfagarasan > Curtea de Arges, Arges County > Valcea County > Brezoi and via the Transalpina to Sebes and back to Sibiu. We recommend at least one, if not two or three overnight stays along the way.

Holiday summer / autumn 2025 | Grigorescu Manor | Buzau County
(21 August 2025)
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(21 August 2025)
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.
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 / Fortress | Brasov County
(20 August 2025)
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(20 August 2025)
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.
https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/ | https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/
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
https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/ | https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/
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

Romania tour in 1,000 pictures | Tartlau Fortified Church (Prejmer)
(18 August 2025)
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(18 August 2025)
The fortified church of Tartlau, in the commune of Prejmer, Brasov County, has the most powerful ring wall of all the Saxon fortified churches in Transylvania. The oldest fortification ring is said to have been built before 1300 and was expanded at the end of the 15th and the beginning of the 16th century.
In its present form, the walls still stand 12 to 14 meters high and up to 5 meters thick at the base. Inside the fortress are over 270 refuge and storage chambers, arranged on up to four levels.
We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks 🥰
In its present form, the walls still stand 12 to 14 meters high and up to 5 meters thick at the base. Inside the fortress are over 270 refuge and storage chambers, arranged on up to four levels.
We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks 🥰

Transylvania round trip from €489 in autumn 2025 | spring / summer 2026
(16 August 2025)
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(16 August 2025)
8-day Transylvania tour including accommodation / breakfast, travel plan, rental car, and guided city tour of Sibiu / Hermannstadt, from €489 per person (price depends on travel period, in double room, according to the tour operator’s details).
Organizer: DRS Reisen GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
More information:
https://drs-reisen.de/.../auf-der-historischen-cafes.../
Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Brasov / Kronstadt | Sighisoara / Schässburg | Count Dracula’s Castle Bran / Törzburg and much more ...
Organizer: DRS Reisen GmbH, Stuttgart, Germany
More information:
https://drs-reisen.de/.../auf-der-historischen-cafes.../
Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Brasov / Kronstadt | Sighisoara / Schässburg | Count Dracula’s Castle Bran / Törzburg and much more ...

Brasov / Kronstadt | Impressions (Part 1 of 2)
(14 August 2025)
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(14 August 2025)
Impressions from Brasov (German name Kronstadt) in Transylvania, from May 2025.
Some well-known and some lesser-known places of the city, in two parts 🥰
https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com
Some well-known and some lesser-known places of the city, in two parts 🥰
https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Brasov / Kronstadt | Impressions (Part 2 of 2)
(14 August 2025)
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(14 August 2025)
Impressions from Brasov (German name Kronstadt) in Transylvania, from May 2025.
Some well-known and some lesser-known places of the city, in two parts 🥰
https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com
Some well-known and some lesser-known places of the city, in two parts 🥰
https://discover-brasov.com | https://welcome-to-romania.com

Amfiteatrul Transilvania | Brasov County
(13 August 2025)
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(13 August 2025)
Wonderful pictures from early August 2025 of the Amfiteatrul Transilvania Hotel / Restaurant, a truly beautiful place that also offers accommodation and a restaurant. Its location between the Bucegi Mountains and the Piatra Craiului Mountains, above the village of Moieciu de Sus, at an altitude of about 1,200 meters, makes this place absolutely unique!
We thank Mrs. Ramona Ciuchendea for sending and allowing us to use these pictures.
We thank Mrs. Ramona Ciuchendea for sending and allowing us to use these pictures.

Marienburg / Feldioara | Brasov County
(12 August 2025)
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(12 August 2025)
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.
https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/ | https://welcome-to-romania.com
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.
https://xn--willkommen-in-rumnien-m2b.de/ | https://welcome-to-romania.com
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.

Viscri City and Fortified Church | Brasov County
(12 August 2025)
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(12 August 2025)
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).
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).