A guest of Count Kálnoky

The city of Sfantu Gheorghe is the capital of Covasna County, located north and northeast of Brasov.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (early October 2025).

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

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

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

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

The city of Sfantu Gheorghe is the county seat of Covasna County, located north and northeast of Brasov.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending these beautiful pictures (early October 2025).

You will most often encounter them on the Transfagarasan road, but increasingly in many other regions of Romania as well... the brown bears.

First of all, our BIG REQUEST:
DO NOT FEED THE BEARS!!
DO NOT ATTRACT THE BEARS!!
DO NOT stop and, ABOVE ALL, NEVER GET OUT OF THE CAR!!

BEARS are wild animals of the forest, not “tourist attractions.” Please respect this when driving and when encountering one or more bears! Enjoy the moment, but stay in your car and simply continue driving slowly.
In Romania, especially in the Carpathians, there are about 8,000 to 12,000 wild brown bears, and unfortunately more and more are drawn to roads and towns because they receive food from drivers or travelers. As a result, they keep returning, often with their cubs, to the roadside.

We understand, it is a special experience... but bears can also be very dangerous, especially a mother bear with her cubs. Mothers know: when it comes to the kids, the fun ends quickly, and things can become very dangerous. So once again... PLEASE SHOW RESPONSIBILITY AND RESPECT for these animals.

Feeding or attracting bears destroys their natural way of life... for just a moment of entertainment. So please, let the bears be bears, do not feed them and also do not stop when you see one or more on the roadside. Standing still only signals to the bear that food is coming. And getting out of the car to see a bear up close should NEVER happen. Thank you!

And for those who truly want to see bears up close, there are bear-watching stations (for example, here in Covasna County > https://medveles.hu/en/programs/tourist-bear-watching) where you can observe them safely, together with experienced guides.

Under the motto "Art, Nature & Stars in perfect harmony", the Kuriozum Music Festival takes place at Zabola Estate Transylvania in Zabala (Covasna County).

Enjoy three days full of culture under the Perseids meteor shower on the grounds of Zabola Estate.

✨ Highlights:
🎻 Alexandru Tomescu & his Stradivarius
🎭 Theatre by Gigi Căciuleanu
🎶 Music nights curated by Aylin Cadîr
🐎 Equestrian show
💬 Fashion talk
🔭 Astronomy workshop
🎵 Hungarian ballads at dusk
🔥 Star-gazing, campfire & afterparties

🎟️ Children under 14 free.

Program / Info: KURIOZUM
Tickets: https://www.eventim.ro/.../kuriozum-music.../event.html

Romania is rich in German-speaking history and regions. German-speaking hosts (holiday areas, resorts, hotels, guesthouses, restaurants, and more) are connected in a network and look forward to welcoming you and your family.

https://dsg-ru.de | https://willkommen-in-rumänien.de

Pictures: Ski and snowboard resort Arena Platoș Păltiniș | Domeniul Cerbilor Chalets, Suceava County | Casa Schmidt Guesthouse, Brașov County | Hermania Restaurant, Sibiu | Albota Tourist Complex, Sibiu County | NEXT DOOR Restaurant, Brașov | Zabola Estate Hotel, Covasna County | Hanul Vatra, Vâlcea County

Website: https://dsg-ru.de

Kálnoky's German-language guest house in the Transylvanian village of Miklósvár / Micloșoara dates back to the 19th century. The building has been carefully restored to retain its original charm and character of time and place.

The village itself does not have a great infrastructure, so no claim to technical perfection can (and should) be made. It's a living story in a wonderful setting ... if you like it, you'll love it and you'll never forget it.

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The Dobrica hunting lodge is a magical property and especially now in winter, with its sauna and hot tub, it is the ideal place to relax. It is the best choice for those who do not crave five-star luxury, but prefer to explore the hidden beauties of nature.

Reflecting the traditional dining room of Transylvanian hunting lodges, the dining room is elegantly lit by candles, while the crackling sound of an indoor fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere for a relaxing evening with a glass of wine.

The Zabola estate is located in Zabala (Gebissdorf in German) in Covasna county.

Additional information and booking questions:
https://xn- -deutschsprachiges-gastgewerbe-rumnien-sed.de/ro/hotel-zabola-estate-ro/...

Experience an unforgettable evening with music, delicious food, and an incredible atmosphere at Count Kalnoky’s Castle in Micloșoara. Pictures from the event on November 1st, with upcoming dates on November 16th and 30th, as well as in December.

https://www.kalnoky.ro/candlelight-events/
https://xn--deutschsprachiges-gastgewerbe-rumnien-sed.de/...

Visit these musical and culinary highlights (if the offer includes dinner), stay overnight at the Count's guesthouse, and experience a starry night like you have rarely seen before.

You can reach the castle via the Brașov / Kronstadt Airport (approximately 45 minutes drive), flights to and from Brașov can be found at: https://flylili.com

Almost two months ago, on the road from Lepsa to Targu Secuiesc ( Kronstadt / Brașov direction ), DN2D road.

Right where the Vrancea district merges with the Covasna district, after a curve in front of us, the bear's mother stands on the road and blocks the road. We stop like other drivers, turn on the danger lights and wait quietly as it lights up. The two boys show up and slowly cross the street. The bear's mother doesn't care about cars and goes on with the two little ones. And we also carefully pass over the bear family and are again richer by a 🥰 experience

Images: July 13, 2023

About 35 km from the town of Brașov (Kronstadt), in the northeast in the direction of Sfântu Gheorghe, is the Medveles találkozóhely bear observation center in Covasna County.

There are still about 6,000 brown bears in the forests and mountains of the Romanian Carpathians / Transylvania and anyone who has always wanted to meet a bear "face to face" without risk has the best opportunity to do so in one of these vantage points. of bears. The Medveles találkozóhely bear observation center offers visitors and photographers contact under professional guidance and guidance with many, many offers, starting with tracking bears on off-road vehicle trips.

Thanks to Rader Thierry for allowing us to use these wonderful images.