Targu Mures, first mentioned in documents in 1300, is located on the Mures River (German: Mieresch, Hungarian: Maros) in the historical county* of Maros-Torda, on the route from Brasov to Cluj-Napoca.

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* County: name for an administrative district in Hungary

In 10 days, the first Christmas markets in Romania will already open... Craiova, Hermannstadt / Sibiu, and certainly several more. We’ll keep an eye on things (the snow globe ☺️) and will regularly and comprehensively inform you about the most beautiful Christmas markets in Romania.

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Pictures: Christmas markets in Hermannstadt / Sibiu, Bucharest, Targu Mures, and Timisoara from previous years.

In exactly two months it will be Christmas, the evenings are getting darker and darker, and the first Christmas markets will open in less than four weeks.

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Pictures from the Christmas market in Targu Mures, Mures County. One of many markets that are definitely worth a visit 🥰

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

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

Pictures: 19 October 2025

Historic towns such as Sighisoara (German: Schässburg), wonderful landscapes, fortresses and castles, stories and so much more define Mures County. But the county capital, Targu Mures, is also definitely worth a visit.

Top travel destinations with lots of information:
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Dive in and experience Transylvania / Romania. You will love it 🥰

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.

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The city of Targu Mures (in Hungarian Marosvasarhely and in German Neumarkt am Mieresch), first mentioned in documents in 1300, is located on the Mures River (in German Mieresch, in Hungarian Maros) on the route from Brasov to Cluj-Napoca.

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

Built in the 11th century, the fortress is the symbol of Rupea. Situated high above the town on Cohalm Hill (578 meters), it is visible from afar. It was first documented in 1324, when the Saxons rebelled against the King of Hungary.

Rupea Citadel / Rupea / Siebenbürgen

Targu Mures, first mentioned in documents in the year 1300, is located on the Mures River (in German Mieresch, in Hungarian Maros) in the historical county* of Maros-Torda, on the route from Brasov to Cluj-Napoca.

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* County: name for an administrative district in Hungary

Enjoy relaxation in Sovata, Mureș County, at Pension Senin. Wellness center, fitness, restaurant / bar, and stunning nature right outside the house.

Learn more and request / book accommodation:
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The pension is located in Sovata Bai, in the town of Sovata, about 20 km east of Târgu Mureș, the county capital of Mureș. Just a few kilometers away is the Praid Salt Mine, the city of Sighișoara (Schässburg), and many other wonderful destinations in Transylvania are not far away.

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.

Enjoy relaxation in Sovata, Mureș County, at Pension Senin. Wellness center, fitness, restaurant / bar, and stunning nature right outside the house.

Learn more and request / book accommodation:
https://pensiunea-senin.ro/de | eMail: contact@pensiunea-senin.ro

The pension is located in Sovata Bai, in the town of Sovata, about 20 km east of Târgu Mureș, the county capital of Mureș. Just a few kilometers away is the Praid Salt Mine, the city of Sighișoara (Schässburg), and many other wonderful destinations in Transylvania are not far away.

Im östlichen Teil der Stadt, auf dem Cornesti-Plateau, befindet sich der Zoo, 488 Meter über dem Schwarzen Meer und 197 Meter über der Stadt.

Der Eichen- und Hainbuchenwald "Padurea Mare" bietet ideale Bedingungen für einen Zoo. Es ist ein sehr schöner Tierpark mit vielen Tierarten und grosszügigen Flächen / Gehegen für die Tiere. Ein Besucht lohnt sich für die ganze Familie

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

Târgu Mureș was mentioned for the first time in 1230.

We thank Vlad Impaler - Dracula (Photos: Palace of Culture, Targu-Mures) for the permission to use these pictures.

Rupea Fortress ( in German: Repser Burg ) is located near the town of Rupea ( in German: Reps ), approx. 50 km from Brașov ( Kronstadt ) - on the road to Târgu Mureș - and is one of the oldest castles in Romania.

The castle was built in the 11th century and is the landmark of Rupea ( Reps ). Above the town on Mount Kohalmer ( 578 meters ) can be seen from afar. It is first mentioned in 1324, when the Saxons fought against the king of Hungary.