Overview Castles

In line with the main character of the book *Dracula* by the Irish author Bram Stoker, Bran Castle is regarded as “the home” of this vampire. This is not entirely true, but from a touristic point of view, Bran Castle is one of the best-developed attractions in Romania. Buses bring, especially during the summer months, visitors from nearly every nationality in the world to this place.

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The community of Harman (German: Honigberg) is located in the historical region of Burzenland, about 12 kilometers northeast of the city of Brasov (Kronstadt).

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

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

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

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In Ilfov County, just a few kilometers northwest of Bucharest (the capital of Romania), lies Mogosoaia Palace on the banks of Mogosoaia Lake in the commune of Mogosoaia.

The palace complex includes a main courtyard and many buildings, such as the watchtower and the "St. George" church near the courtyard.

The Wallachian Prince Constantin Brancoveanu had the palace built between 1698 and 1702 on the estate of the widow Mogos (from which the later name Mogosoaia is derived) in the Brancoveanu architectural style named after him. In 1714, when Constantin Brancoveanu was executed in Constantinople with his entire family, the Ottomans confiscated all the family assets and converted the palace into a han (a type of inn).

In the following decades, the palace was conquered, destroyed, and rebuilt several times until it came into the possession of George III Valentin Bibesco in 1912, who was married to the French writer of Romanian noble descent, Marthe Bibesco. He gave the estate to his wife, and Marthe Bibesco subsequently had the palace extensively restored.

Pictures: early September 2021, almost blue sky at approx. 32 degrees.

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia, in Prahova County.

It was built between 1873 and 1883 at the request of King Carol I of Romania and was confiscated by the communist regime in 1947. After the Romanian Revolution in 1989, Peles was returned to the exiled former King Michael, who was living in Switzerland.

The bay windows and half-timbered walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king's homeland. The castle is surrounded by seven terraces. A part of the 160 rooms can now be visited. The castle museum houses weapons, sculptures, furniture, and decorative objects from the 15th to 19th centuries, as well as an orchestrion. The castle is particularly impressive for its magnificent woodwork.

Beautiful pictures of the castle from July / August 2024. We thank Mrs. Monika Simon for sending and granting permission to use these pictures.

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Pictures from these days from Galt (Romanian: Ungra) in Brașov County. On the route from Kronstadt to Schäßburg, a few kilometers before Rupea, you turn about 4 km into a small side valley to Galt. On a hilltop lies the evangelical fortified church. In the former castle guard’s house, a small homeland museum of the Transylvanian Saxons has been set up. In this typical Saxon village, about 30 Germans still live.

We thank Mr. Frank Schleßmann for sending the pictures (mid-October 2025) and the accompanying text / explanations.

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.

Peles Castle was built in 1874 and is located near Sinaia in Prahova County, about 50 km from Brașov (Kronstadt). It is one of the most beautiful castles that Romania has and has been open to visitors since 1993

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A holiday in Romania? You didn't have Romania "on your radar" yet, but you know someone who is totally enthusiastic about their last trip! So, you should look into it; Romania offers so much more than you expect 🥰

# Mountains, untouched nature, Black Sea, Danube Delta, culture(s) & history(ies), fortresses, castles, delicious food and of course ... Dracula 🧛‍♂️ Transylvania (German: Siebenbürgen) is in Romania!

# 100% safe, EU, NATO and also Schengen (no border controls)
# Easy to reach: by car / camper via highway (Austria, Hungary), direct flights from many German airports in approx. 2 hours ... but also via bus ( https://www.pletl.ro/ ) for the individual traveler
# Diverse travel offers from German tour operators (e.g. https://drs-reisen.de and many others)

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Hunedoara Castle (also known as Corvin Castle or Hunyadi Castle, German: Burg Eisenmarkt, Romanian: Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, Hungarian: Vajdahunyadi vár) is one of the most important non-religious buildings in Transylvania.

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The stone castle was built on the remains of a 14th-century fortification and is located in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

On the way from Sibiu to Brasov lies the city of Fagaras. At the end of the 12th century, the city’s castle was only a wooden fortress, which was expanded into a stone fortress in the 14th century.

The fortress houses a museum, which can be visited just like the fortress itself. Right next to the fortress is the cathedral/church Sfantul Ioan Botezatorul.

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from the end of September 2025.

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.

Cantacuzino Castle (in the town of Busteni, Prahova County) was not only the filming location for the Nevermore Academy from the series "Wednesday," but it is also one of the most beautiful and important historical buildings / castles in Romania.

For all fans 🤗🤗: Season 2 of "Wednesday" premiered in August 2025 on Netflix.

Furthermore, as a member of the Historic Cafés Route, the castle is an interface of the HCR Experience Map with the European Fairy Tail Route Experience by HCR > https://hcr-coe.com/discover-historic-cafes-route-tours/

The 60,000 sqm castle park, framed by its own 1,000-hectare private estate, invites you to linger and is now one of the most visited sights both in the resort of Busteni and in the Prahova Valley.

Bran Castle (German: Törzburg, Hungarian: Törcsvar) is located in the Transylvania region, Brasov County, in Romania.

We thank Castelul Bran for the permission to use this picture (Bran at night).

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

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

Pictures: May 2024

Hunedoara Castle (also known as Corvin Castle or Hunyadi Castle, German: Burg Eisenmarkt, Hungarian: Vajdahunyadi vár) is one of the most significant non-religious buildings in Transylvania.

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The castle was built on the remains of a 14th-century fortification and is located in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

The Hungarian statesman and military leader John Hunyadi had an existing fortification converted into the ancestral castle of the Hunyadis after 1440. In the second construction phase, starting in 1458, the castle was expanded under King Matthias Corvinus. At the beginning of the 17th century, further major redesigns were carried out under Prince Gabriel Bethlen. Today's castle therefore exhibits a mixture of different architectural styles.

Cantacuzino Castle is one of the most beautiful and important historical buildings in Romania. The castle park, covering 60,000 sqm and surrounded by its own 1,000 ha of private land, invites visitors to relax and is now one of the most visited attractions, both in the resort of Bușteni and throughout the Prahova Valley.

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures of their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Thank you very much 🥰

The castle seen from high above... from the so-called "vampire perspective" 🧛‍♂️😁 always beautiful 🥰

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Eight (8) days in Transylvania and a visit to Dracula's Castle in Bran | From 699,- Euro per person 😍🇷🇴

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The Rasnov Fortress (German: Rosenauer Burg) is a historical monument and landmark in Romania. It is located in Rasnov (Rosenau), Brasov County, about 20 km from Brasov (Kronstadt).

Information: Currently, this fortress is (probably) still being renovated, and access to the interior is therefore not possible. The pictures are from the accessible part of the castle. However, the renovation should be completed soon.

The fortress was built as part of a defense system for the Transylvanian villages. Today's medieval fortress was likely built between 1211 and 1225 during the rule of the Teutonic Knights in Burzenland.

Cantacuzino Castle was not only the filming location for the "Nevermore Academy" from the series Wednesday, but it is also one of the most beautiful and important historical buildings / castles in Romania.

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The 60,000 sqm castle park, framed by its own 1,000-hectare private estate, invites you to linger and is now one of the most visited sights both in the resort of Busteni and in the Prahova Valley.

Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Fortress, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, in Romanian Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi vár) is one of the most important non‑ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

The stone fortress was built on the remains of a 14th‑century fortification and is located in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

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The castle, a listed historic monument, is also known under many other names (Corvin Castle, Castle of the Corvins, Corvinus Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvin Castle, Eisenmarkt Castle, Black Castle, Vajdahunyad Castle, Hunyadi Castle), which trace back to its location or owners.

The Hungarian statesman and military leader John Hunyadi transformed an existing fortification after 1440 into the ancestral seat of the Hunyadi family. During the second construction phase, starting in 1458, the castle was expanded under King Matthias Corvinus. At the beginning of the 17th century, further significant modifications were made under Prince Gábor Bethlen. Today, the castle therefore displays a mix of architectural styles.

From 1724 the castle was in Austrian possession, and since 1918 it has belonged to the Romanian state. Aside from being a tourist attraction, the castle has been (and still is) used as a backdrop for numerous Romanian and international film productions. Today, it houses a museum.

This castle, also called the Strudza Palace, was built in its current form between 1880 and 1904 by Gheorghe Sturdza and his wife Maria in the village of Miclăușeni. It is located in northeastern Romania, about 65 km from the city of Iași.

The building was constructed at the end of the 19th century on the site of a boyar house, and the exterior walls were adorned with numerous relief decorations. The castle features marble staircases, rosewood furniture, terracotta and porcelain stoves. It houses an extensive library and several collections, including medieval weapons and costumes dating back to the 16th century. It can be visited daily and is also available for weddings and events. A restaurant is located on the castle grounds, and accommodation is also available.

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Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia, which lies on the route from Bucharest to Brasov (and of course vice versa), in the Prahova Valley, framed by the Bucegi Mountains.

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Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Castle, Iron Market Castle in German, Corvinilor Castle or Huniazilor Castle in Romanian, Vajdahunyadi var in Hungarian) is one of the most important non-ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

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The rock castle was built on the remains of a 14th-century fortification and is located in the south-western part of Hunedoara (German: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

After 1440, Hungarian statesman and military commander Johann Hunyadi had an existing fortification converted into the ancestral castle of the Hunyadi family. In the second phase of construction, the castle was extended from 1458 under King Matthias Corvinus. At the beginning of the 17th century, Prince Gabor Bethlen carried out another major remodelling of the building. As a result, the castle today is a mixture of different architectural styles.

Sinaia is a town in Prahova County, located in the valley of the Prahova River, surrounded by the Bucegi Mountains.

From Sinaia (elevation: 767–860 meters), a cable car takes visitors up to an altitude of 2,000 meters, and several ski lifts operate during the winter.

Many attractions can be found in and around Sinaia, such as the Sinaia Monastery, Peleș Castle, and the smaller Pelișor Castle. Also nearby are Bucegi National Park, Caraiman Monastery, and Cantacuzino Castle in the nearby town of Bușteni.

We thank Stefan Dee photos for the permission to use these images.

The town and fortress of Rasnov (German: Rosenau) are located in Brasov County in Transylvania.

In addition to the fortress, Dino Parc, located directly behind the castle (as seen in the picture, access possible from the rear), is open year-round.

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

It lies to the north-west of the town/castle of Rupea (German: Reps) and to the south-east of the town of Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg). The village had around 700 inhabitants between the 18th and 20th centuries, mainly Transylvanian Saxons plus a Romanian part of the village. Viscri is characterised by both the fortified church and the village structure, which is characterised by Saxon farms.

Pictures: 17 May 2024

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

It lies to the north-west of the town/castle of Rupea (German: Reps) and to the south-east of the town of Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg). The village had around 700 inhabitants between the 18th and 20th centuries, mainly Transylvanian Saxons plus a Romanian part of the village. Viscri is characterised by both the fortified church and the village structure, which is characterised by Saxon farms.

Pictures: 17 May 2024

We start at the end, but at the beginning we want to thank the Zitzmann family, who allowed us not only to use the pictures of the trip (end of September 2023), but also to take over the experiences. Thank you

"We drive the Transalpina, but after a few hours we realize that we miss the beautiful part. Google talks about blockage, missing guard rails and that the road was never finished...well, we let it come to that, turn around, drive back (the Transalpina is somehow divided in two) 100erte Schwammerlsucher pull 1000s of kilos of mushrooms from the forest, in large vats that we know from the grape harvest. Incredibly which quantities there are.

We find a great place to sleep, one may drive the road only from 8-18 clock...well we stand anyway, and do not drive. In Romania it is apparently no matter, locals drive around of course also after 18 o'clock, dig for stones, etc.. In the morning then a flock of sheep near us, still spend a lot of time in the wonderful mountain area, to finally arrive in the afternoon at the castle in Hunedoara to visit it."

Thanks to Gerhard Daniela Zitzmann for pictures and text.

Romania is a diverse travel destination and there is something for everyone. Relaxation and solitude, fortresses, castles, history, cities and parties, or simply (the) sea 🥰

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Peles Castle was built between 1873 and 1883 at the initiative of Carol I, the first Romanian king.

It is located about 1.5 km northwest of the town of Sinaia in Prahova County. Just a few steps away (about 300 meters) lies its “little” brother, Pelisor Castle 🥰

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Pelisor Castle is located about 300 meters from „ Big Brother ”, Peles Castle in Prahova District.

The castle was built between 1899 and 1902 by the architect Karel Liman ( chalet style ), commanded by King Carol I ( Charles I ) for his nephew, later King Ferdinand I, and his wife, Queen Marie of Romania.

Images: beginning of May 2022

The fortress of Brasov (in German Kronstadt) is a fortification built in the 15th century on Straja Hill (Castle Hill) to repel enemy attacks.

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Throughout its history, it has been attacked and rebuilt time and again, and was even an important point of defense during the First World War. Originally, there was only the fortress tower. From 1630-1631 the outer fortress was built. The horseshoe-shaped central tower has three floors and served several purposes over the centuries: it was used as a storehouse, was a prison for Turkish prisoners in the 18th century, and was also used as a fortress.

In the 18th century it was a prison for Turkish prisoners and later, during the plague, a special ward was set up for the sick.

Photos from the end of September 2023 (CR)

We have "rummaged" a little in last year's posts and put together a selection of the most popular pictures again. It's a beautiful journey through Romania, and not only these places are worth a visit.

Conclusion, the vacation destinations for the next 3 - 5 years are secured.

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We would like to thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula, the Dracula Fan Club (https://draculafanclub.com), the 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 the permission to use these pictures.

We have "rummaged" a little in last year's posts and put together a selection of the most popular pictures again. It's a beautiful journey through Romania, and not only these places are worth a visit.

Conclusion, the vacation destinations for the next 3 - 5 years are secured.

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We would like to thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula, the Dracula Fan Club (https://draculafanclub.com), the 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 the permission to use these pictures.

Pictures from July 2025 from the city of Deva (German: Diemrich). Deva is the capital of Hunedoara County, known for the Deva Fortress which sits high on the peak of the city's local mountain, and is located only a few kilometers away from Corvin / Hunedoara Castle.

Pictures: mid-July 2025

Urlaub in Rumänien wishes you a merry, blessed Christmas in the circle of your families and loved ones.

🎁 Merry Christmas 🎁 Joyeux Noël 🎁 Vrolijk kerstfeest 🎁 Feliz Navidad 🎁 Buon Natale 🎁 Wesołych Świąt 🎁 Tchestita Koleda 🎁 Kala Christouyenna 🎁 Srozhdestvom Kristovym 🎁 Kellemes karácsonyt 🎁 God Jul 🎁 and many, many more 🎄🎄

We thank Bran Castle for the permission to use this image (Bran Castle).

A small selection of cities, places, and destinations that you should definitely visit at least once on a trip through Romania (Part 1 of 500 🥰).

Here: Peleș Castle (Sinaia) and Cantacuzino Castle (Bușteni), both located in the Prahova Valley, Prahova County

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

It lies northwest of the town/castle of Rupea (in German: Reps) and southeast of the town of Sighișoara (in 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 is characterized both by its fortified church and by the village structure shaped by Saxon farmsteads.

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

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

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

Spend a (short) winter holiday at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig. Enjoy your time in the palace’s historic café, visit the on-site glass museum, and take your family to Brambura Family Park (also in Avrig), which will offer an ice rink starting December 13th.

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Avrig is centrally located for a trip to the Christmas market in Sibiu / Hermannstadt and/or to Schässburg / Sighisoara. Visit Balea Lake in winter (accessible by cable car), the Kerz Monastery, and the Fagaras fortress/museum. Even places like Bran Castle ("Dracula's Home") and Brasov / Kronstadt can easily be reached and visited on a day trip.

Brambura Park | Upside down... or maybe not!? Sometimes everything is upside down in life, and here at Brambura Park in Avrig (German: Freck), that's the norm. An experience for children, families, and every visitor.

Soimos is a place in western Romania, which belongs to the small town of Lipova in Arad County. Its most striking feature is the medieval castle ruin located high above the Mures Valley.

To visit the castle ruins, you have to climb a hill about 250 meters high, located to the east of the village. The oldest part of the castle is the keep, and the courtyard covers an area of 35 × 22 meters. On the north side of the Renaissance wing, there is still a balcony, known as the Isabella Balcony, named after Isabella Jagiellonica, who lived here from 1541. In the southern part of the complex, there is a knight’s room and a chapel.

Soimos Castle (German: Falkenstein) was first mentioned in 1278 as Castrum Somos in a Latin document.

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Peles Castle, located near the town of Sinaia in the Prahova Valley, deeply nestled in the Bucegi Mountains 🥰

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

Peles Castle, located near the town of Sinaia in the Prahova Valley, deeply nestled in the Bucegi Mountains 🥰

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

A picture from May 2025 with an unusual view (from the back) of Bran Castle (German: Törzburg), Dracula’s legendary home 😊

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The Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Palace, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, in Romanian Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi var) is one of the most important non-religious buildings in Transylvania.

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The rock castle was built on the remains of a 14th-century fortification and is located in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

The listed castle has many other names (Corvin Castle, Castle of the Corvins, Corvinus Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Eisenmarkt Castle, Black Castle, Vajdahunyad Castle, Hunyadi Castle), which refer to its location or its owners.

The Hungarian statesman and military leader John Hunyadi converted an existing fortification into the ancestral seat of the Hunyadi family after 1440. In the second construction phase, the castle was expanded from 1458 under King Matthias Corvinus. At the beginning of the 17th century, further major alterations were made under Prince Gabor Bethlen. The present-day castle therefore shows a mixture of different architectural styles.

The castle was in Austrian possession from 1724 and has been in Romanian state ownership since 1918. In addition to being a tourist attraction, the castle has been and is used as a backdrop for numerous Romanian and international film productions. Today, the castle houses a museum.

We don’t know exactly if the "nice gentleman" in the picture is meant to represent the former voivode of Wallachia or if he’s just showcasing his stylish attire as a witness of the times. 🦇🦇

He never actually lived here, but either way, the castle in Brasov County is definitely worth a visit 🥰

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from a few days ago (end of September 2025).

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 was confiscated by the communist regime in 1947. After the Romanian Revolution of 1989, Peles Castle was returned to the former King Michael, who was living in exile in Switzerland.

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.

Peles, once again... there are so many wonderful pictures of the castle, which is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia in Prahova County.

The castle was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I of Romania.

We thank Mr. Ion Gheban for granting permission to use these pictures.

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the city of Sinaia, Prahova County.

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

The bay windows and half-timbered walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king’s homeland. Seven terraces surround the castle. Part of the 160 rooms can now be visited. The castle museum houses weapons, sculptures, furniture, and decorative objects from the 15th–19th centuries, as well as an orchestrion. The castle is especially impressive for its magnificent woodwork.

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks! 🥰

"The Home of Dracula", even though he never lived there and his "flesh-and-blood" prototype, Vlad III Țepeș Drăculea, probably was never there.

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from a few days ago (end of September 2025). In any case, the castle is definitely worth a visit 🥰

Between Schäßburg (Sighisoara) and Medias lies the town of Dumbrăveni, the ideal starting point to discover the “treasures of Transylvania.” Fortified churches, medieval castles, picturesque hiking trails and unforgettable cultural events.

https://pensionkokel.ro | https://bistrotecabaum.ro

At Pension Kokel you will find a true oasis of Transylvanian calm and the warmth of a family atmosphere, where traditional charm harmoniously blends with modern comfort. The guesthouse offers 12 luxurious rooms, lovingly furnished for comfort and relaxation — perfect for guests seeking peace and privacy in an elegant setting.

The house also features a breakfast room, a restaurant, a bar, a terrace, a SPA area, a fitness room, a children's Playground and private parking.

And if you want a tasty meal, be sure to visit the Bistroteca / Restaurant Baum.

Fans of castles, fortresses, palaces, and everything related will get their money’s worth on a holiday in Romania 🥰

Hunedoara / Corvin Castle, Hunedoara County | Bran Castle / Törzburg, Brasov County | Peles and Pelisor Castles, Sinaia, Prahova County | Cantacuzino Castle, Busteni, Prahova County | Fortified church of Biertan / Birthälm, Sibiu County | Defensive walls of Sibiu / Hermannstadt | Rasnov / Rosenau Fortress, Brasov County | and many other places invite you to visit.

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Peles Castle in Prahova County, the city of Sighisoara in Mures County, Corvin Castle in Hunedoara County, and the city of Sibiu (Hermannstadt).

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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.

If you want to drink your coffee in style today, here’s the perfect serving suggestion, because today is Halloween 🎃

The name Halloween comes from the English name for the evening before All Saints’ Day (All Hallows Evening) on November 1, which over the years was simplified and shortened. Irish immigrants probably brought the tradition to the USA a few hundred years ago, and from there, about 30 to 35 years ago, it returned to Europe and then also to Romania.

Halloween parties and events can be found in all major cities in Romania from west to east, and of course around Bran Castle, the home of Count Dracula.

A lot has happened since our last visit, and Corvin, in addition to the magnificent castle, has also developed into a history museum with many galleries. Pictures from last week (October 24, 2024)

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Pictures from the end of October 2024

A small selection of destinations in Romania: Brasov / Kronstadt, Transylvania, Bran Castle / Törzburg, the "Merry Cemetery" of Sapanta, the Old Town of Bucharest, the Bigar Waterfall, and much, much more...

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Discover more destinations in Romania and create your own travel plan > https://rotravel24.com

Károlyi Castle is a neo-Gothic-Neo-Baroque palace complex in the town of Carei (Gross Karol in German, Nagykároly in Hungarian) in Satu Mare County in northwestern Romania. It was once the ancestral seat of the Hungarian noble family Károlyi von Nagykároly.

The castle with its gardens and museums is open to visitors and hosts several exhibitions.

Short history:
The origins of the castle are in a stone house built in 1482 by Láncz László Károlyi with the permission of King Matthias. Due to its strategic position, the fortress was part of the system of fortifications used against the Turks in the seventeenth century, after the expansion of the fortifications in 1661 and 1666.

This fortress was demolished by József Károlyi in 1794 to build a baroque castle designed by Joseph Bitthauser in its place. There were also several towers of different shapes and sizes. The inner courtyard was covered with a solid wood ceiling and thus transformed into a reception hall. A ditch was also built around the castle.

Thanks to Andrea Vaclas for sending these pictures.

The village of Posmus was founded by German settlers. Mihaly Teleki (1634–1690), Chancellor of Transylvania, acquired a significant estate in this area around 1680. In the mid-18th century, several dilapidated wooden buildings stood on the site of today’s manor house.

Pal Teleki and Borbala Haller had the building rebuilt in the Baroque style. They commissioned the rectangular shape of the castle: on the sides were the warehouses, the stable, and the prison; at the back, the main building, rebuilt between 1750 and 1752; and at the front, the gate bastion, built around 1760. The gate bastion, which also housed a chapel, was later used as a guest house.

Pictures from 19.10.2025

Whether in autumn / winter, spring or summer. The tour operator DRS Reisen GmbH from Stuttgart offers an 8‑day Transylvania tour including accommodation / breakfast, a rental car, itinerary and a city tour in Sibiu / Hermannstadt from €489 per person (price depends on travel dates, based on double room, according to further information from the tour operator).

Provider: 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 | Brașov / Kronstadt | Sighisoara / Schäßburg | Count Dracula’s Bran Castle / Törzburg and much more ...

About 20 km from Brașov (Kronstadt), on the way to the village / castle Bran, lies Râșnov (German: Rosenau).

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Rosenau (Râșnov) is a small town of about 15,000 inhabitants, with a fortress and a Dino Park. In the 14th century the fortress was built above the town on the limestone cliffs. The Râșnov Dino Park is only 200 metres from the back of the fortress (as shown in the picture). Nothing stands in the way of a wonderful family day.

A truly interesting idea / accommodation option with a view of Corvin Castle / Hunedoara. Hotel & Spa Werk is located in the city of Hunedoara, directly opposite the castle.

https://hotelwerk.ro/

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks 🥰

Pictures from July 2025 from the city of Deva (German: Diemrich).

Deva is the county seat of Hunedoara County, known for Deva Fortress which sits high on the summit of the town’s hill, and is only a few kilometres from Corvin Castle / Hunedoara.

Pictures: July 2025

The three places are only a few kilometers apart. The fortress / town of Rasnov (in German Rosenau), the village and castle of Bran (in German Törzburg), and the city of Brasov (in German Kronstadt).

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many heartfelt thanks 🥰

We don’t know exactly if the "nice gentleman" in the picture is meant to represent the former voivode of Wallachia or if he’s just showcasing his stylish attire as a witness of the times. 🦇🦇

He never actually lived here, but either way, the castle in Brasov County is definitely worth a visit 🥰

Beautiful pictures by Mr. Iercosan Marian from a few days ago (end of September 2025).

Pictures from Mr. Daniel Sippel from last week (end of August 2025), who is currently travelling in / through Romania. Thank you for sending these beautiful photos.

Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Fortress, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, in Romanian Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi vár) is among the most important non‑ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

The stone fortress was built on the remains of a 14th‑century fortification and is located in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

A small selection of destinations in Romania: Brasov / Kronstadt, Transylvania, Bran Castle / Törzburg, Moldavian monasteries, the Danube Delta, and Cantacuzino Castle, the filming location of the Netflix series "Wednesday."

Discover more destinations in Romania and create your own travel plan > https://rotravel24.com

This castle, also called Sturdza Palace, was built in its current form between 1880 and 1904 by Gheorghe Sturdza and his wife Maria in the village of Miclauseni. It is located in the northeast of Romania, about 65 km from the city of Iasi.

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The building was erected at the end of the 19th century on the site of a boyar's house, and the exterior walls were decorated with numerous reliefs. The castle is equipped with marble staircases, rosewood furniture, terracotta and porcelain stoves. It has an extensive library and several collections, including medieval weapons and costumes from the 16th century. It can be visited daily and is also available for weddings and events.

The annual Wine Festival in Medias (Sibiu County) welcomes its guests from September 19 to 21 at Piata Castelului / Castle Square. Worth a visit 🥰

And for those already there, from September 26 to 28 the celebrations continue with an autumn festival / beer festival 🍺😍

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.../

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:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/de/landkreis-mures/

Dive in and experience Transylvania / Romania. You will love it 🥰

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.

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

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 ...

Cantacuzino Castle (in the town of Bușteni, Prahova County) was not only the filming location for Nevermore Academy in the series "Wednesday," but it is also one of the most beautiful and important historic buildings / castles in Romania.

For all fans: Season 2 of "Wednesday" premiered on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, on Netflix with the first four episodes.

The castle park, covering 60,000 m² and surrounded by its own 1,000-hectare private estate, invites visitors to linger and is today one of the most visited attractions both in the resort town of Bușteni and in the Prahova Valley.

The Colț Viu Guesthouse in Șimon, a village that is part of the town of Bran (famous for Bran Castle / Törzburg and the legend of Count Dracula), welcomes you with open arms.

https://coltviu.ro/ | Colt Viu Deluxe - Bran

Guests can enjoy a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities for an unforgettable experience. You can also ask about tailor-made tourist packages that allow you to explore the region and, of course, the castle / home of Count Dracula.

The guesthouse’s large garden and peaceful location also make it ideal for families / stays with children.

Cantacuzino Castle (in the town of Bușteni, Prahova County) is not only the filming location for Nevermore Academy in the series "Wednesday", but also one of the most beautiful and important historic buildings/castles in Romania.

For all the fans 🤗🤗: Season 2 of "Wednesday" premiered on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, on Netflix.

Furthermore, the castle, as a member of the Historic Cafés Route, serves as a junction on the HCR Experience Map with the European Fairy Tail Route Experience by HCR > https://hcr-coe.com/discover-historic-cafes-route-tours/

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks 🥰

Visit the Republic of Moldova (passport required for entry), Romania’s northeastern neighbor. The Castel | Winery | Restaurant Mimi is one of the largest and highest-quality offerings in the country and stands out in a European comparison for its exceptional history and achievements.

August 15: Dinner and live music outdoors, in the castle park and directly in front of the illuminated backdrop of the castle. An unforgettable experience 🥰

More information and reservations: https://castelmimi.md

Bran Castle (in German Törzburg), the "Home of Dracula" 😊

In line with the main character of the book "Dracula" by Irish author Bram Stoker, Bran Castle is regarded as the "home" of this vampire. This isn't entirely true, but from a tourist perspective, Bran Castle is one of the most developed attractions in Romania. Buses bring nearly every nationality in the world to this place, especially during the summer months.

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures of their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Thank you very much 🥰

The Hunedoara Castle (also known as Corvin Castle, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, in Romanian Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi vár) is one of the most important non-religious buildings in Transylvania.

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The stone castle was built on the remains of a 14th-century fortification and is located in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

The listed castle has many other names (Corvin Castle, Castle of the Corvins, Corvinus Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Eisenmarkt Castle, Black Castle, Vajdahunyad Castle, Hunyadi Castle), which refer to its location or its owners.

The Hungarian statesman and military leader John Hunyadi had an existing fortification converted into the ancestral seat of the Hunyadi family after 1440. In the second construction phase, the castle was expanded from 1458 under King Matthias Corvinus. At the beginning of the 17th century, further major modifications were made under Prince Gabor Bethlen. The present-day castle therefore shows a mixture of different architectural styles.

The castle was in Austrian possession from 1724 and has been in Romanian state ownership since 1918. In addition to being a tourist attraction, the castle has been and is used as a backdrop for numerous Romanian and international film productions. Today, the castle houses a museum.

We thank Tom & Helga for these beautiful pictures from their Romania tour in September and October 2024. Many thanks! 🥰

A wonderful place (restaurant) can be found here in the Valley of the Fairies. Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, reservation required! No access without a reservation!

Menu and table reservation (ro / en):
https://www.valeazanelor.ro

The Castelul de Lut Valea Zanelor is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brasov) in the village of Porumbacu de Sus.

Șiria (in Hungarian Világos, in German Hellburg) is a commune in Arad County.

On the territory of today’s commune, there was already a settlement called “Villa Siri” in 1169. Vilagosvar was mentioned in documents in 1326, referring to the Vilagos fortress, today the Șiria castle ruins.

Part of Șiria’s history is the story of the 13th-century castle ruins. In 1444, the fortress briefly came into the possession of John Hunyadi, and in the second half of the 15th century, it passed to Matthias Corvinus. For strategic reasons, the Habsburg army destroyed the fortress in 1784.

Today, the castle ruins are a popular excursion destination 🥰

Photos: Iuliu Illes

At the end of August 2025, the city of Craiova (in the southwest of Romania, Dolj County) transforms for a week into a magical stage for the Puppets Occupy Street Festival. A festival with giant puppets, street performers, fantastic creatures, and over 400 free events.

Nature lovers will also find plenty to enjoy in this region: Craiova has 800 hectares of green space, including the largest natural park in Central and Eastern Europe, with 100 hectares (Nicolae Romanescu Park). With lakes, waterfalls, a fairytale castle, a suspension bridge, a zoo, a hippodrome, and a velodrome. Urban nature at its finest!

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.

Brasov (in German Kronstadt) is probably the best-known city (after Bucharest) in Romania. It is located in the historical region of Transylvania, on the northern side of the Carpathian Mountains, close to the famous castle of Count Dracula... Bran, known in German as Törzburg.

https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

The picture shows a part of the city from above; the cable car goes up the city's "home mountain," which is especially famous worldwide for the "BRASOV" sign.

The Hunedoara Castle (also known as Corvin Castle, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, in Romanian Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi var) is one of the most important non-religious buildings in Transylvania.

The stone castle was built on the remains of a 14th-century fortification and is located in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the city of Sinaia, which lies on the route from Bucharest to Brasov (and of course vice versa), in the Prahova Valley, nestled between the Bucegi Mountains.

Beautiful pictures from the evening before last from the city of Deva (in German Diemrich), here the Reformed Church. The Calvinist church is a monument of Gothic architecture. It was built between 1456 and 1526 in the late Gothic style, and in 1643 the slender, 71-meter-high tower was later added / erected.

Deva is the county seat of Hunedoara County, known for the Deva Fortress which sits high on the city’s hilltop, and is only a few kilometers from Corvin Castle / Hunedoara.

Pictures: July 16, 2025

The Sturdza Palace was built in its current form between 1880 and 1904 by Gheorghe Sturdza and his wife Maria in the village of Miclauseni. It is located in the northeast of Romania, about 65 km from the city of Iasi.

https://welcome-to-romania.com | https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de

The building was erected at the end of the 19th century on the site of a boyar’s house, and the exterior walls were decorated with numerous reliefs. The castle is equipped with marble staircases, rosewood furniture, terracotta and porcelain stoves. It has an extensive library and several collections, including medieval weapons and costumes from the 16th century. It can be visited daily and also rented for weddings and events.

Once a popular excursion spot, today a beautiful restaurant (open daily from 10:00 to 22:00, reservation required) in the Valley of the Fairies.

Menu and table reservation (ro / en):
https://www.valeazanelor.ro

Castelul de Lut Valea Zanelor is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brasov) in the village of Porumbacu de Sus.

A beautiful picture of Cantacuzino Castle. At an altitude of 1,000 meters, the castle built in 1911 by Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino rises majestically in the city of Busteni (Prahova County), right in front of the 2,500-meter-high Bucegi Mountains.

The 6-hectare (60,000 m2) castle park invites you to linger and is now one of the most visited attractions in the Prahova Valley. The castle, the sculpture park, and the terrace, with their breathtaking views, attract thousands of visitors every year.

A look inside Bran Castle (in German Törzburg), the home castle of Dracula 😊

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According to the main character of the book "Dracula" by the Irish author Bram Stoker, Bran Castle is considered "the home" of this vampire. This is not really true, but from a tourist perspective, Bran Castle is one of the best-developed attractions in Romania. Especially in the summer months, buses bring visitors from almost every nationality in the world to this place.

A lot has happened in recent years, and Corvin has developed, in addition to the magnificent castle, into a history museum with many galleries.

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Those who spend their holiday in the Prahova Valley or the surrounding area have a wide range of opportunities to experience history, adventure, and nature 🥰

Explore the city of Sinaia and take a walk to Peles Castle and its "little brother" Pelisor, visit Busteni and Cantacuzino Castle (filming location of the Netflix series Wednesday) or Caraiman Monastery, the Caraiman Mountains and the Caraiman Peak / the Sphinx (cable car available, called Telecabina in Romanian). Not far away is Rasnov (town, fortress, Dino Park) and Törzburg (Bran, Dracula’s Castle), and Brasov / Kronstadt is also easily accessible.

Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Castle, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, in Romanian Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi var) is one of the most important non-ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

The rock castle was built on the remains of a 14th century fortification and is located in the south-western part of the town of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

We would like to thank Mr. Camille Feller and his wife Katja Feller for sending us these beautiful pictures and giving us permission to use them. Thank you very much!

On the way from Sibiu to Brașov lies the city of Făgăraș. At the end of the 12th century, the city's castle was only a wooden fortress, which was expanded into a stone fortress in the 14th century.

The castle houses a museum, which can be visited along with the fortress. Right next to the fortress is the cathedral / church of Saint John the Baptist.

Cetatea Făgărașului / Făgăraș / Siebenbürgen

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

We thank Castelul Bran for permission to use this image.

Cantacuzino Castle is one of the most beautiful and important historic buildings in Romania.

The 60,000 sq m castle park, framed by its own private property of 1,000 ha, invites you to linger and is today one of the most visited attractions, both in Busteni resort, as well as throughout the Prahova Valley.

Find out more:
https://www.cantacuzinocastle.com/homeeng

About halfway from Sibiu (Hermannstadt) to Brasov (Kronstadt) lies the city of Fagaras (Fogarasch or Fugreschmarkt).

At the end of the 12th century, the castle was only a wooden fortress, which was expanded into a stone fortress in the 14th century. The castle houses a museum, which, like the castle itself, can be visited.

We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula (Photo: Carpathian Mountains) for allowing us to use this picture.

Hunedoara Castle ( also known as Hunedoara Castle ) is one of the most important non-ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.
The rock castle was built on the remains of a fortification from the 14th century. Built and located in the southwestern part of Hunedoara ( German name: Eisenmarkt ) in western Romania.

The listed castle bears many other names ( Corvin Castle, Corvinus Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvin Castle, Eisenmarkt Castle, Black Castle, Vajdahunyad Castle, Hunyadi Castle ) which can be traced to its location or that of its owners.

The statesman and leader of the Hungarian army, Johann Hunyadi, rebuilt an existing fortification after 1440 to become the ancestral castle of Hunyadis. In the second phase of construction, the castle was expanded in 1458 under King Matthias Corvinus. In the 19th century, Prince Gabor Bethlen made other major changes to the building. Therefore, the current castle has a mixture of different architectural styles.

The castle has been in Austria since 1724 and has been owned by the Romanian state since 1918. In addition to the attraction for tourists, the castle is ( and has been used as a background for a variety of Romanian and international film productions. The castle now houses a museum.

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Măgura is a village in Brașov County and part of the Moieciu commune. It is located on the eastern side of the Piatra Craiului Mountains, about six kilometers west of Bran Castle.

We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula (photos @claudiu_alxd) for the permission to use these images.

Once a popular excursion spot, today a beautiful restaurant (open daily from 10:00 to 22:00, reservation required) in the Valley of the Fairies.

Menu and table reservation (ro / en):
https://www.valeazanelor.ro

Castelul de Lut Valea Zanelor is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brasov) in the village of Porumbacu de Sus.

A picture from early May 2025 with a view of Bran Castle (in German Törzburg), the home castle of Dracula 😊

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According to the main character of the book "Dracula" by the Irish author Bram Stoker, the castle is considered "the home" of this vampire. It's not really true, but from a tourist perspective, Bran Castle is one of the most developed attractions in Romania. Buses bring, especially in the summer months, almost every nationality in the world to this place.

A beautiful picture these days: Cantacuzino Castle was not only the filming location for the "Nevermore Academy" in the Wednesday series, but it is also one of the most beautiful and important historical buildings / castles in Romania.

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The 60,000 sqm castle park, framed by its own 1,000 ha private estate, invites you to linger and is now one of the most visited attractions both in the resort town of Busteni and in the Prahova Valley.

Iulia Hasdeu Castle is located in the small town of Câmpina in Prahova County.

The Iulia Hasdeu Castle was built by historian and politician Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu in the form of a small fortress. Construction began in 1893 after Hasdeu's daughter, Iulia Hasdeu, died at the age of 19, an event that deeply shattered Hasdeu's life. He claimed that his deceased daughter provided the plans for the castle's construction during spiritualism sessions. The building was completed in 1896.

Stories tell that the castle is profoundly eerie. There are rooms specifically designed for spiritualist rituals, complete with seating for spirits. Many claim that Hasdeu (the father) did not build the castle to honor his daughter Iulia but to worship Satan. Others report seeing Iulia's ghost, haunting the castle to this day, dressed in white and adorned with daisies.

Since 1994, the Iulia Hasdeu Castle has housed the "B.P. Hașdeu" Memorial Museum, which displays the furniture and personal belongings of the Hașdeu family, including photos, original documents, manuscripts, reviews by Hasdeu, and paintings by Nicolae Grigorescu and Sava Henția.

We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula for allowing us to use these pictures.

Romania is rich in history and therefore also rich in the corresponding buildings and many stories about them.

There are still around 180 fortified churches in Transylvania (Siebenbürgen) alone, as well as fortresses, palaces, many castles, and also a large number of ruins.

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We thank the photographers / Facebook groups of the pictures for allowing us to use them.

As every year, on May 17th the Night of Museums takes place throughout all of Romania (here the announcement for Corvin Castle, Hunedoara County, for 2025).

Almost all museums, many galleries, and more across the country are open on this Saturday, May 17th, until midnight and sometimes even later. Admission is free and there are also many additional events and activities. A wonderful experience.

Looking back at previous years with beautiful pictures from the Night of Museums 2023 at Corvin Castle / Hunedoara. We thank Go Hunedoara for allowing us to use these pictures.

Romania is rich in history and therefore ... just as rich in the corresponding buildings and many stories.

There are still 180 fortified churches in Transylvania alone, as well as fortresses, castles, many fortresses and ruins in large numbers.

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We thank the photographers / Facebook groups of the pictures for the permission to use them.

Romania is rich in history and therefore ... just as rich in the corresponding buildings and many stories.

There are still 180 fortified churches in Transylvania alone, as well as fortresses, castles, many fortresses and ruins in large numbers.

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We thank the photographers / Facebook groups of the pictures for the permission to use them.

Pictures from May 4, 2025, with a view of Bran Castle (in German Törzburg), the home castle of Dracula 😊

According to the main character in the book "Dracula" by Irish author Bram Stoker, the castle is considered "the home" of this vampire. This is not really true, but from a tourism perspective, Bran Castle is one of the most developed and visited attractions in Romania. Buses bring almost every nationality in the world to this place, especially during the summer months.

Every year, the Night of Museums takes place throughout Romania (here the announcement for Corvin Castle, Hunedoara County, for 2025).

Almost all museums, many galleries, and more across the country are open until midnight and sometimes even later. Admission is free, and there are also many additional events and activities. A wonderful experience.

Looking back at previous years with beautiful pictures from the Night of Museums 2023 at Corvin Castle / Hunedoara. We thank Go Hunedoara for the permission to use these pictures.

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest 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 of 1989, Peles was transferred to the Swiss exile, the former King Michael.

The golf windows and the half-wood walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king's house. 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 century. - nineteenth century, as well as an orchestra. The castle impresses with its magnificent wooden crafts.

Learn more about Peles Castle:
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Text and pictures: Georg Schenk ... Many, many THANKS

Surrounded by meadows and hills, Gästehaus Simon enjoys an excellent location. On request, excursions to the surrounding mountains and cheese and wine tastings can be organized.

About the pension: Hanul Simon
About Brașov / Bran: Kronstadt - Brasov

Also in the municipality of Bran is the castle Bran ( in German Törzburg ), which is also known as Dracula's Castle.

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.

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.

Peleș Castle was built between 1873 and 1883 at the initiative of Carol I, the first king of Romania. It is located about 1.5 km northwest of the city of Sinaia, in Prahova County.

Learn more:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/peles-castle/

Romania is rich in history and therefore ... just as rich in the corresponding buildings and many 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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We thank the photographers / Facebook groups of the pictures for the permission to use them.

We continued to follow the journey of "Schnuff" 😊 and his biker friends through Romania in August 2023.

We climbed (on foot) to Deva Fortress (Castle) (Diemrich Castle) with a great view over Deva (German name Diemrich) in Transylvania (Transylvania) in mid-August 2023.

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

The Castle of the Transylvanian Wolves is located in Chimindina (Hunedoara county), just 15 minutes from Deva.

"In the distant past, the Castle of the Wolves of Chimindia was the place where the Great White Wolf gathered the wolves of Dacia to plan support in the Dacian-Roman war. Rooted in medieval history and used as a military base by Austria-Hungary, the castle combines historic architecture with the beauty of nature, offering an oasis of tranquillity.

The 15,000-square-metre courtyard is illuminated by miniatures of traditional households and churches created by master builder Ion Rodoș, the only Romanian folk master in the Book of Records. The courtyard also offers a spacious play area, and the ticket price of 20 lei (€4) includes all activities for children."

Find out more: Castelul Lupilor Transilvania

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

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City of Sighisoara in Mures County | Barsana Monastery in Maramures County | Corvin / Hunedoara Castle in Hunedoara County | City of Sibiu in Sibiu County | Bran Castle in Brasov County | Peles Castle in Prahova County | Putna Monastery in Suceava County | the Black Sea and its beaches | the Carpathian Mountains, nature and sooooo much more

We have "rummaged" a little in last year's posts and put together a selection of the most popular pictures again. It's a beautiful journey through Romania, and not only these places are worth a visit.

Conclusion, the vacation destinations for the next 3 - 5 years are secured.

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We would like to thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula, the Dracula Fan Club (https://draculafanclub.com), the 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 the permission to use these pictures.

We have "rummaged" a little in last year's posts and put together a selection of the most popular pictures again. It's a beautiful journey through Romania, and not only these places are worth a visit.

Conclusion, the vacation destinations for the next 3 - 5 years are secured.

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We would like to thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula, the Dracula Fan Club (https://draculafanclub.com), the 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 the permission to use these pictures.

Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Castle, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, in Romanian Castelul Corvinilor or Castelul Huniazilor, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi var) is one of the most important non-ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

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The rock castle was built on the remains of a 14th century fortification and is located in the south-western part of the town of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

The listed castle has many other names (Corvinilor Castle, Castle of the Corvinians, Corvinus Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvin Castle, Iron Market Castle, Black Castle, Vajdahunyad Castle, Hunyadi Castle), which can be traced back to its location or its owners.

After 1440, the Hungarian statesman and military commander Johann Hunyadi had an existing fortification converted into the ancestral castle of the Hunyadis. In the second construction phase, the castle was extended from 1458 under King Matthias Corvinus. At the beginning of the 17th century, Prince Gábor Bethlen carried out further major alterations to the building. Today's castle therefore features a mixture of different architectural styles.

The castle was in Austrian hands from 1724 and has been Romanian state property since 1918. As well as being an attraction for tourists, the castle is (and has been) used as a backdrop for a number of Romanian and international film productions. The castle now houses a museum.

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

Rupea Fortress was a refuge for the population of surrounding villages in the repeated sieges of Turks and Tartars. It was built in 1324 during the Saxon uprising against the Hungarian king Carol Robert of Anjou. Later, residents added three defensive towers and two courtyards to the first building, which served as a shelter. In the first courtyard there is a deep well of 59 meters, which still carries water to this day.

Learn more about the fortress and attractions in Romania:
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We thank Go_out_Romania for the permission to use some images.

A wonderful image of Peleș Castle, which is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the city of Sinaia, in Prahova County.

The castle was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I (Karl I) of Romania.

We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula (Photo: @world_walkerz) for allowing us to use this image.

We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula (Photo: @world_walkerz) for allowing us to use this image.

A small selection of cities, places, and destinations that must be visited on a trip through Romania.

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The city of Sighișoara in Mureș County | Bârsana Monastery in Maramureș County | Corvin Castle / Hunedoara in Hunedoara County | The city of Sibiu | Bran Castle in Brașov County | Peleș Castle in Prahova County | The city of Brașov

Peleș Castle is a former royal castle from the 19th century. It is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia, Prahova County. Approximately 300 meters uphill stands the smaller castle, Pelișor.

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We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula for the permission to use this image (early February 2022).

Peles Castle was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of Carol I ( Charles I ), the first Romanian king. It is located about 1.5 km northwest of Sinaia, in the Prahova district.

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We have created a small overview of destinations you shouldn't miss. Romania is worth a visit/vacation and ... simply click on the image/text to see/find out more.

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In the small town of Bran, next to Bran Castle (also known as the Castle of Count Dracula), lies the Branean Village Museum.

The museum was established in 1962 in the Bran Castle park and is part of the medieval customs museum. It features 18 households and dwellings, outbuildings, agricultural structures, and hydraulic wood and wool processing installations from past eras.

We thank photographer Corina E. Mateescu for permission to use these images.

A picture from these days (early December 2024) of the entrance to Cantacuzino Castle, the filming location of the Netflix series "Wednesday," in the town of Bușteni.

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We thank Mrs. R. Constantin for this picture.

Peles Castle is a former royal castle from the 19th century. It is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia in Prahova County. Approximately 300 meters uphill stands the smaller Pelisor Castle.

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Peleș Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the town of Sinaia in Prahova County.

Peleș Castle in Sinaia, the summer residence of the Kings of Romania, was built at the request of King Carol I of Romania based on the plans of architects Johannes Schultz, Carol Benesch, and Karel Liman. King Carol I (Karl I), born in 1839 in Sigmaringen, was the King of Romania from 1881 and was the son of Prince Karl Anton of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen.

We thank Vlad the Impaler - Dracula (Photo: danielakibedi) for allowing us to use this picture.

Corvin Castle (also known as Hunedoara Castle, in German Burg Eisenmarkt, and in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi vára) was built as a rock castle on the remains of a 14th-century fortification. It is located on a limestone rock in the southwestern part of the city of Hunedoara, Romania.

We thank Your Guide in Transylvania (Photo: Cristian Resiga) for allowing us to use this picture.

Anyone who has been to the city of Sighisoara (Schäßburg in German) in Transylvania knows how wonderful and dreamy this city is.

What many don't know, is that here, and in many other regions of Romania, many Christmas movies full of emotion and heart have been filmed. Another reason to discover, visit, and fall in love with Romania 😍😍

:: A Royal Winter (Sighișoara / Schäßburg)
:: A Queen for Christmas (Bucharest, Cantacuzino Castle in Bușteni)
:: A Christmas Prince (Peleș Castle in Sinaia)
:: A Princess for Christmas (Peleș Castle in Sinaia)
:: Royal Heart (Corvin Castle and Cantacuzino Castle in Bușteni)

We thank Your Guide in Transylvania (Photo: Aici_Aproape) for allowing us to use this image.

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

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

Pictures from the surroundings of the town of Bran / Bran Castle (Törzburg) in Brașov County, Transylvania.

We thank Mr. Tinu Zoicas for granting permission to use these pictures.

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 allowing us to use these images.

This year, Mediaș invites you (every weekend) to the second edition of the Wine Festival, to celebrate CHRISTMAS TOGETHER in the pleasant atmosphere of Mediaș Castle.

We are waiting for you with carols, mulled wine, gingerbread, gastronomy, and other surprises! Every weekend, from December 6th to 22nd, in the heart of Mediaș, Transylvania!

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/
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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

At an altitude of 1,000 meters, the castle built in 1911 by Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino rises majestically in the town of Bușteni (Prahova county), right in front of the high Bucegi mountains.

The 6-hectare (60,000 m2) castle park invites you to stay and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Prahova Valley today. The castle, the sculpture park and the terrace, with its breathtaking view, attract thousands of visitors every year.

Learn more about the castle:
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Deva Castle (or Diemrich Castle, in Romanian Cetatea Deva) is located in the town of Deva (Diemrich) in Hunedoara County in western Romania.

Thanks to Go Hunedoara for permission to use these images.

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.

It offers a wonderful view of the surrounding area and the mountains of Brașov (German name: Kronstadt), it is 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.

Images: beginning of August 2021

Timișoara (also known as Timișoara or Timișoara Castle) is located in western Romania, in the historical region of Banat and is the capital of Timișș county.

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The city of Buzau is located on the river of the same name and the southeastern foothills of the Carpathian Mountains in southeastern Romania.

In the first place of the town's landmarks is the Palatul Comunal (historically Municipal Palace, today Town Hall), which was built in 1903. It is a castle-like building in the typical Romanian Brancoveanu style, like many city theaters and and other buildings of that period.

About 20 kilometers northwest of Buzau, there are, among others, the mud volcanoes of Berca, one of the most extraordinary natural sights in Romania and in Europe.

Pictures: End of September 2023

Bran Castle was originally a defensive military fortress built on a rock and had a rectangular plan.

Over time, many structural changes were made to the fortress, including the south tower, built in 1622 according to Gabriel Bethlen's plans, the rectangular tower to the east, and between 1883 and 1886 the roof was also made of tile.

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… And it is said that it was the castle of Count Dracula from Transylvania… and thus attracts 100,000 tourists every year!

Thanks to Bran Castle for allowing us to use this image.

A wonderful image of a wonderful castle ...

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The castle was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I of Romania.

Images from July 2023 of the currently closed Clay Castle. It is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brașov) in the village of Porumbacu de Sus.

Current information suggests that the place will reopen next year; you can find updates here: https://valeazanelor.ro

Construction began in 2014, and by the summer of this year, the "Clay Castle," which looks like it was built for hobbits, was admired by hundreds of visitors daily.

Peles Castle is located around 1.5 kilometers northwest of the city 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 returned to ex-King Michael, who was living in exile in Switzerland.

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

Picture: Gloria Cretu

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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.

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

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Schässburg ( Sighisoara ) in Mureș district | Barsana monastery in Maramureș district | Corvin / Hunedoara castle in Hunedoara district | Hermannstadt town ( Sibiu ) in Sibiu district | T / Bran from Brașov District | Peles Castle from Prahova District

On August 31 / September 1 and September 7 / 8, the annual potato festival will take place at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig, Sibiu County.

Potato specialties from all over the world, mutton and suckling pig, tasty dishes from the hot oven, vegetables and fruit from the rich harvest of Transylvania are offered in the castle garden of Brukenthal.

https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro (German, English, Romanian)

Reservations for themed menus, accommodation or leisure activities at Corabia Piratilor Resort at +40 (0)726 234 417, e-mail office@palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

Dracula, the fictional character, is inextricably linked to Transylvania (German: Siebenbürgen) and ... also to Bran Castle / Törzburg in Brasov County.

Neither Dracula nor his historical inspiration, Vlad III Tepes, was probably ever at this castle — yet despite that ... one should definitely see it at least once.

Plan your trip to Romania including Bran Castle / Törzburg and Dracula easily online > https://rotravel24.com/rumaenien-bucket-list-top-reiseziele/

Visit our Internet presentation in the ‘Discover’ section, enter any search term (e.g. Balea, Sibiu, Brasov, gorge, Bukovina, ...) and you will be shown lots and lots of information (picture: search term Balea).

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Search in our database in 1000s of social media posts about Romania for your desired destination or your interests such as ‘monastery’, ‘history’, ‘castle’ and more ...

Peles Castle is located around 1.5 kilometres north-west of the town of Sinaia in 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 returned to ex-King Michael, who was living in exile in Switzerland.

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

Beautiful pictures of the castle from July / August 2024. We would like to thank Mrs Monika Simon for sending us these pictures and giving us permission to use them.

Cabana Bendis, located directly under the citadel (fortress) of Rasnov (Rosenau in German). From here you can reach the fortress on foot in 10 minutes, the Dinopark in about 5 minutes. Close to the Dracula Castle Bran, Poiana Brasov and Brasov and yet beautifully situated.

Three bedrooms with double beds, bathroom, spacious living room, equipped kitchen, two terraces, barbecue area, private parking lot and private access to the cabana (hut).

The hosts speak German, reservations / inquiries under: +40 (0)745 495 673 or cabanabendis@gmail.com.

Monday to Thursday 120 euros (for the entire cabin) per night, Friday to Sunday 140 euros. Space for six adults plus children (depending on age / size).

Cantacuzino Castle was not only the film location for the "Nevermore Academy" in the Wednesday series, but it is also one of the most beautiful and important historical buildings/castles in Romania.

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

Cantacuzino Castle was not only the film location for the "Nevermore Academy" in the Wednesday series, but it is also one of the most beautiful and important historical buildings/castles in Romania.

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

Banffy Castle in the municipality of Bonțida ( Hungarian: Bonchidai Banffy-kastély ) is known as Versailles in Transylvania and is an architectural style ensemble built by the Banffy family in the municipality of Bontida, Cluj County.

The nucleus of the building complex reflects the Renaissance, subsequent additions and conversions took place in the eighteenth century. 18th century in Baroque style and 19th century in classicist and romantic style ( neo-Gothic gallery from 1855 ).

A fairytale place in Avrig (Freck in German), located a few kilometers southeast of Sibiu.

www.palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

You should indulge yourself ... with a stroll through the baroque garden in the restaurant (daily 8:00 to 22:00) and the historic café. Or even stay in the guest house for a longer stay / vacation.

Bran Castle (also known as Törzburg, Romanian Castelul Bran, Hungarian Törcsvar) is located in the Transylvania region of Romania.
Regardless of whether Dracula (or his namesake "Vlad III Draculea") lived here or elsewhere, the castle is definitely a sight worth seeing and worth a visit with its museum.

From 1920-1947 it was the royal residence of King Ferdinand I and his wife Queen Maria and their daughter Princess Ileana, who inherited the castle from her mother in 1938. Today, the castle is owned by the Habsburg family, who received it back as legal property from the Romanian state in 2006 as part of the succession process.

Find out more about Bran Castle:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/bran-castle/

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

Castelul de Lut, Valea Zanelor is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brasov), in the village of Porumbacu de Sus (Sibiu county), right next to the Povestea Calendarului children's / family park.

ATTENTION: Currently under renovation and closed. Current information at: facebook.com/casteluldelut

Today, the "castle made of clay", which looks like it was built for hobbits, is visited and admired by hundreds of visitors every day.

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Bran Castle (Törzburg in German, Törcsvár in Hungarian) is located in the region of Transylvania, Brașov County in Romania.

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

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

Every year, the Night of Museums takes place throughout Romania (pictures from last year from Hunedoara / Corvin Castle). In 2024 on Saturday, May 18th.

Almost all museums, many galleries and more throughout the country are open until midnight, admission is free and there are many additional events and activities. A wonderful experience.

Beautiful pictures of the Night of Museums 2023 from Corvin Castle / Hunedoara.

https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

Foto: Elisa Photography

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.

On the road from Sibiu to Brașov is the city of Fagaras, at the end of the 12th century the castle was just a wooden fortress, which was built in the 14th century. the century was extended to a stone fortress.

The castle includes a museum that can be visited, as well as the castle. Right next to the fortress is the cathedral / church of St. John the Baptist.

More about the fortress of Fagaras:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/

The Orizont hotel complex in the district of Brașov is the ideal place to explore now autumn the wonderful mountains of Prahova Valley and / or excursions nearby to Peles Castle in Sinaia, Bran Castle ( Törzburg ) to take Rasnov Castle with Dinopark or also at Kronstadt ( Brasov )...

...but also to enjoy the winter soon with all its various offers around Predeal ⛷ 🏂

The hotel has 139 4-star rooms, a modern spa, a Horizon Forum conference center, Horizon restaurant with international cuisine, Miorita restaurant with traditional Romanian cuisine, a blame and a bar with excellent drinks.

All rooms offer 4-star comfort, and the SPA ( area with indoor pool, jacuzzi, gym, sauna and massage ) is an oasis of peace that combines relaxation with refreshments. Hotel Orizont Recreation Center offers an indoor pool, gym, jacuzzi, dry sauna, wet sauna, infrared sauna, massage facilities and more to relax perfectly as a guest.

Learn more about the hotel and all the offers:
https://urlaub-in-rumänien.de/en/uir/hotel-orizont-predeal-en/

About 40 km from Sibiu (in the direction of Brașov) is the Valea Zânelor Clay Castle. Construction began in 2014, and today the "clay castle", which seems to have been built for hobbits, is admired and admired by hundreds of visitors every day.

Learn more about clay castle:
DE: https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/ausflugsziele…/
RO: https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/…/de-vizitat…/

Discover breathtaking nature from June to September.

More information and all travel dates:
https://www.karpaten-offroad.de/tour/rumanien-retezat-gebirge/

Guided hike in the Retezat Mountains | Făgăraș Mountains with the highest and most important mountains, as well as a visit to Alba Iulia Fortress, Hundoara (Corvin) Castle and the National Park of the Bison in Hațeg ... and of course lots and lots of nature.

In the Ilfov district, just a few kilometers northwest of Bucharest (the capital of Romania), Mogoșoaia Citadel is located on the shore of Mogoșoaia lake in Mogoșoaia municipality.

The castle has a main courtyard and many buildings such as the watch tower and the church "St. Gheorghe" near the yard.
The Wallachian prince Constantin Brancoveanu built the castle between 1698 and 1702 on the estate of the widow Mogos (from where the later name Mogoșoaia derives) in the style of the Brancoveanu building named after him.

In 1714, when Constantin Brancoveanu was executed with his entire family in Constantinople, the Ottomans confiscated all the family's property and turned the palace into a Han (a kind of inn). The castle was conquered, destroyed and rebuilt several times over the following decades until it became the property of George III in 1912. Valentin Bibesco succeeded, who was married to Marthe Bibesco, a French writer of Romanian nobility. He gave the estate to his wife, Marthe Bibesco, after which he extensively restored the castle.

Pictures: 04.09.2021, almost blue sky at approx. 32 degrees 🙂

Neamț Fortress is a medieval fortress in the city of Târgu Neamț (Neamț County) in northeastern Romania. It was built in the 14th century in the Principality of Moldova during the reign of Peter I Musat of Moldavia and expanded in the 15th century.

The castle played a key role in the defense system of Stephen the Great along with Suceava, Chotyn, Soroca, Orhei, Bender, Kilija and Weissenburg.

About 20 km from Brasov (Kronstadt), on the road to Bran is Rasnov (Rosenau).

A small town with about 15 inhabitants, a fortress and a Dinopark. a castle was built over the village, on limestone rocks. In 1623 and 1640, a 80-kilometer (about 140 meters) deep fountain was built in the castle, for whose construction, according to legend, two Turkish soldiers, prisoners of war, lasted 17 years For the construction of the well, the two prisoners were promised freedom after completion.

The Râşnov Dinopark is located right next to the fortress, so nothing stands in the way of a wonderful family day.

The commune of Harman (in German Honigberg) is located in the historical region of Burzenland, about 12 kilometres northeast of the city of Brasov (Kronstadt).

https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../ausflugsziele.../

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

Beautiful pictures of Peles Castle, which is located about 1.5 kilometres north-west of the town of Sinaia, in the Prahova district.

The castle was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I (Carol I) of Romania.

in Hunedoara county, in western Romania.

More information and pictures of the castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../ausflugsziele.../

The village of Viscri (German: Deutsch-Weisskirch) is located in the county of Brasov in Transylvania.

It lies to the north-west of the town/castle of Rupea (German: Reps) and to the south-east of the town of Sighisoara (German: Schäßburg). The village had around 700 inhabitants between the 18th and 20th centuries, mainly Transylvanian Saxons plus a Romanian part of the village. Viscri is characterised by both the fortified church and the village structure, which was shaped by Saxon farms.

Törzburg (Romanian for Bran Castle, Hungarian for Törcsvár) is located in the Transylvania region, Brasov county of Romania.

Trascăului Fortress, also called Colțești Fortress, is located west of Colțești village and about 5 km southwest of Rimetea (Iron Castle) in Alba County. It was built around 1296 by the voivode (title of military commander or Slavic ruler) Thorotzkay from Trascău as a habitable and refuge fortress.

In 1713 the fortress was conquered and "destroyed" by the Austrian House of Habsburg. Centuries have passed since this devastation, but some of the walls and two standing towers are well preserved and offer a wonderful backdrop to the unique landscape of Transylvania.

Thanks to On foot..through Beautiful Romania for permission to use these images.

Winter in the house of "Dracula" 😁 Beautiful pictures of Törzburg Castle in Brasov county from December 2023.

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And Count Dracula, who never lived (at most his namesake Vlad III), most likely never set foot in this castle. But the tales of Transylvania (Transylvania, a region in Romania) give free rein to the imagination 🧛‍♂️

Pictures from these days with little snow from the Corvin Castle in Hunedoara county.

Castles and palaces in Romania:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../ausflugsziele.../

Deva Castle (or Diemrich Castle) is located in the town of Deva (Diemrich) in Hunedoara County.

The town and fortress of Rasnov (Rosenau in German) is located in the county of Brasov in Transylvania.

The castle has been under renovation for a good two years (probably until mid-2024) and is therefore closed to visitors. The Dinopark located directly behind the castle (seen from the picture) (access possible from the back) is open all year round (previous post).

Just a few meters away from Rasnov Castle ( in the Brașov district ) is the eponymous Dinopark.

Dinosaurs in real dimensions, multimedia presentations, a museum of history, a volcano „ real ” and many others invite both children and adults to a fun and informative visit.

Images: January 2020 ( more snow ) and January 2019 ( less snow )

On the road from Sibiu to Brașov is the city of Fagaras, at the end of the 12th century the castle was just a wooden fortress, which was built in the 14th century. the century was extended to a stone fortress.

The castle includes a museum that can be visited, as well as the castle. Right next to the fortress is the cathedral / church of St. John the Baptist.

More about the fortress of Fagaras:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../ausflugsziele.../

Also in winter ( here a picture 2021/2022 ) Hunedoara castle ( and Hunedoara castle, in the German castle Eisenmarkt, in Hungarian Vajdahunyadi var ) is always worth visiting.

It was built as a rock castle on the remains of a fortification from the 14th century in the southwest of Hunedoara.

Peles Castle is a former royal castle from the 19th Century. It is located about 1.5 km northwest of the city of Sinaia in Prahova. The smaller Pelisor Castle is about 300 meters high.

Bran Castle (German: Törzburg) is located in the Transylvania region of Brasov county.

Whether Dracula (if he ever existed 😁) or his "human" representative (Vlad III Dracula, Vlad the Impaler) lived/was here or not... the castle and the whole region is definitely worth a visit.

Bistrita is a town in the north-eastern part of Transylvania, in the district of Bistrita-Nasaud.

The Bistrița River of the same name flows through the town, which is located near the Bârgăului Mountains, on the slopes of which there is a wine-growing area.

Bistrița is also the last place mentioned in Bram Stoker's "Dracula" for the journey to Transylvania. This is where the "guest" Jonathan Harker boards the carriage sent by Count Dracula to be taken over hills and valleys to his castle 🧛‍♂️.

Experience the amazing nature from July to September

More information and all travel dates:
https://www.karpaten-offroad.de/.../rumanien-retezat.../

Guided trekking tour in Retezat | Fagaras Mountains with the highest and most important mountains, as well as a visit to the Alba Iulia fortress, Hundoara Castle ( Corvin ) and Bison Hateg National Park ... and of course with a lot of nature.

Honigberg (in Saxon Huntschprich, in Hungarian Szaszhermany) is a commune and village, one of the most famous fortified churches and only a few kilometers from Brasov.

https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/the-fortress-of-harman/

This fortified church is a completely preserved small fortress with the church in the center. Besides an interesting museum, you can also visit the battlements, the tower and the church. You must have seen it and it is also for families with children, because of the many corridors, stairs and more ... an exciting and beautiful experience

About the place: the Hungarian King Andrew II in 1211 awarded the Burzenland to the Teutonic Order of Knights, who settled here, built castles, brought German settlers to the country and founded villages, including Honigberg.

The first documented mention of the village was in 1240 under Mons Mellis ("Mountain of Honey"). At that time, King Bela IV granted the Cistercian Order patronage over the churches of Marienburg, Petersberg, Honigberg and Tartlau.

On the road from Sibiu (Hermannstadt) to Brașov (Kronstadt) is the town of Făgăraș (in German Fogarasch or Fugreschmarkt).

At the end of the 12th century, today's castle was just a wooden fortress, which was extended into a 14th-century stone fortress. The castle includes a museum, which can be visited and visited just like the castle.

About 20 kilometres from Brasov (Kronstadt), on the road to Bran, is the town and fortress of Rasnov (Rosenau).

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Râșnov is a small town with about 15 thousand inhabitants. inhabitants, a fortress and a dinosaur park. In the 14th century, a castle was built on limestone cliffs above the town.

In 1623 and 1640, an 80-furrow-deep well (about 140 metres) was dug into the castle, which, according to legend, took 17 years to build by two Turkish soldiers, prisoners of war.

The Dinopark Râșnov is located right next to the fortress. Nothing stands in the way of a wonderful family outing.

Bran Castle, also known as Törzburg in German, is located near Brasov, deep in Transylvania.

According to the main character in the book "Dracula" by Irish author Bram Stoker, it is considered the castle of this vampire. This is not really true, but from a tourist point of view Bran Castle is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Romania. Buses bring almost every nationality in the world to this place every day, especially in the summer months.

https://kronstadt-erleben.de | https://discover-brasov.com

A wonderful image of Peles Castle, located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of Sinaia, in the Prahova district.

The castle was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I of Romania.

Neamț Castle is a medieval fortress in the city of Târgu Neamț, Neamț County in northeastern Romania.

It was built in the 14th century in the Principality of Moldavia during the reign of Petru I Musat of Moldavia and expanded in the 15th century. The castle played a key role in Stephen the Great's defense system.

Targu Neamt is located on the eastern edge of the Stanisoara Mountains, which is part of the Eastern Carpathians. The river Neamt (also called Ozana) flows through the city. The capital of Piatra Neamt district is located approximately 30 km south of Targu Neamt.

Image source: Destination of the Year
Photos: planiada.ro

Rasnov Fortress (German: Rosenau Castle) is a historical monument and landmark in Romania.

It is located in Rasnov (Rosenau), Brasov County, about 20 km from the city of Brasov (Kronstadt).

https://discover-brasov.com

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.

Currently (autumn 2023) this fortress is still under renovation (pictures 2022) and access to the interior is therefore not possible.

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

The castle was built in the 11th century and is the symbol of the town of Rupea (Reps). Kohalmer Berg (578 meters) can be seen from far above the city. It is first mentioned in documents in 1324, when the Saxons fought against the King of Hungary.

A wonderful picture of Peles Castle, which is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the city of Sinaia in Prahova County.

https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/peles-castle/

The castle was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I of Romania.

There are over 160 fortified churches in the Transylvanian region, one of which is Holzmenge / Hosman.

Only the western portal and the pillars with arches separating the nave from the side naves have survived from the basilica, which was built in the 13th century. The western portal is a valuable testimony of the Romanesque architectural sculpture of Transylvania with numerous friezes in relief. Around 1500, the bell tower of the church was enlarged of wood and equipped with a battlement supported by consoles. During this, the side aisles of the church were removed. The two walls of the fortress, built in the 15th century, are connected by the gate tower and still show traces of the former battlements and gates.

Learn more about this church castle:
https://kirchenburgen.org/location/holzmengen-hosman/

Overview of all 160 church castles:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/de/uir/kirchenburgen/

Oradea ( in German: Großwardein, in Hungarian: Nagyvarad ) is located on the eastern edge of the Great Hungarian Plain on the Crisul Repede River ( in German: Schnelle Kreisch ), with the foot of the Apuseni Mountains ending on the northeastern edge of the city. The city center is about 15 km from the border with Hungary.

Oradea Castle and the city are strategically located at the opening of the Great Hungarian Plain at an average height of 126 m. From a geological point of view, the caves, some of which reach the city, are remarkable, whose thermal springs in Baile ( Bad ) Felix have gained a certain fame.

Bran Castle (also Bran Castle, Romanian Bran Castle, Hungarian Törcsvar) is located in the Transylvania region of Romania.

Whether Dracula (or his name "Vlad III Drăculea") lived here or elsewhere, the castle is certainly a point of view to see and is worth visiting with the associated museum.

Between 1920 and 1947 it was the royal residence of King Ferdinand I and his wife, Queen Mary, respectively. whose daughter Princess Ileana, who inherited the castle from her mother in 1938. Today, the castle is owned by the Habsburg family, who received it back from the Romanian state as legal property during the 2006 succession.

Learn more about Bran Castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../ausflugsziele.../

And again we will know something new through the journey „ Schnuff ” 😊 and his motorcycle friends (part 9 of x).

Biertan, parish and fortified church: the three portals of the church were preserved in the original medieval state.
Both the tile structure and the doors themselves date from the 16th century, and the castle on the north portal is a so-called Vexier Castle*.

The door lock to the sacristy has 13 locks, dating from the 15. Century (bears the year 1515) and was presented in 1905 in Paris for the World's Fair.

* is a locking device, in which the opening can be done with a hidden / camouflaged device, if the locking has not been previously closed

We continue the journey „ Schnuff ” 😊 and his motorcycle friends who currently drive through Romania (part 5 a x).

Climb (on foot) to the (castle) Deva (in German: Diemricher Burg) with a beautiful view of the city of Deva (German name Diemrich) in Transylvania (Transylvania) in mid-August 2023.

Bran Castle (also known as Bran Castle or Bran Castle) is located in the region of Transylvania in Romania. Whether Dracula (or his name "Vlad III Drăculea") lived here or elsewhere, the castle is certainly a point of view to see and is worth visiting with the associated museum.

Between 1920 and 1947 it was the royal residence of King Ferdinand I and his wife, Queen Mary, respectively. whose daughter Princess Ileana, who inherited the castle from her mother in 1938. Today, the castle is owned by the Habsburg family, who received it back from the Romanian state as legal property during the 2006 succession.

Learn more about Bran Castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../ausflugsziele.../

Wonderful images of Peles Castle, which is about 1.5 kilometers northwest of Sinaia in Prahova District.

The castle was built between 1873 and 1883 by order of King Carol I of Romania.

Fitness, yoga, workshops, gym, sauna, hot tub jacuzzi, vegetarian hot flashes and more.

https://www.akasharetreat.com/

It is an oasis of well-being in the village of Pestera, in the district of Brașov and right in the center of the beautiful Piatra Craiului National Park.

The withdrawal of AKASHA Wellness is located in one of the most majestic mountains and untouched nature reserves in Romania. On the corner is Bran Castle, the famous Dracula castle of the writer Bram Stoker and the Mystical Bucegi Mountains, with its natural formation of Sphinx rocks.

Some call the place „ the village in the clouds ” and it is actually. At an altitude of over 1,000 meters, the landscape here is a sea of green and gentle hills, overlooking the Piatra Craiului massif ( 2,200 meters ).

Törzburg (English: Bran Castle, Hungarian: Törcsvar) is located in Transylvania region, Braşov county, Romania.

A beautiful picture of the halls and interiors of Peles Castle.

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of Sinaia, in the Prahova district.

Spend your weekend or vacation at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig ( German name Freck ), just a few kilometers east of Sibiu ( Sibiu ) in beautiful Transylvania.

Learn more: https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

The restaurant ( open daily between 8:00 and 22:00 ) offers the highest quality dishes with local and regional ingredients, accompanied by wines from Sibiu County - Crama Apoldium.

Visit the castle park, orangeria and / or spend your time in the historic cafe of Brukenthal Palace.

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest 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 of 1989, Peles was transferred to the Swiss exile, the former King Michael.

The golf windows and the half-wood walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king's house. 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 century. - nineteenth century, as well as an orchestra. The castle impresses with its magnificent wooden crafts.

Learn more about Peles Castle:
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🇬🇧 https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/uir/peles-castle/
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Orizont Hotel Complex is located 800 meters from Predeal Train Station.

The ideal place to explore and enjoy the wonderful mountains of the Prahova Valley and / or excursions nearby to Peles Castle in Sinaia, Bran Castle ( Törzburg ), Rasnov Castle with Dinopark or Kronstadt ( Brasov ) to commit.

The 4-star hotel has 139 rooms, a modern spa, a conference center, the Orizont restaurant with international cuisine, the Miorita restaurant with traditional Romanian cuisine, a blame and a bar with an excellent selection of drinks.

All rooms offer 4-star comfort, and the SPA ( area with indoor pool, jacuzzi, gym, sauna and massage ) is an oasis of peace that combines relaxation with refreshments. Hotel Orizont Recreation Center offers an indoor pool, gym, jacuzzi, dry sauna, wet sauna, infrared sauna, massage facilities and more to relax perfectly as a guest.

Learn more about the hotel and all the offers:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../hotel-orizont.../

Next weekend's program ( Saturday, Sunday ) for the Romanian summer festival at Kornmarkt in Nuremberg ( Germany )

The festival offers ( from 12:00 ):
Romanian culinary products, grilled chains, Romanian cakes, kurtoskalacs ( triel tree ), various drinks.

A rich artistic program with entertainment music, folk music, folk dances, party music, rock music.

Children's playground ( castle bouncy ) | children's makeup

Various cabins of local entrepreneurs who inform and promote their activities.

The German - Romanian cultural association and the cities of Nuremberg and Kronstadt ( Brasov ) are looking forward to your visit. 😊

It is an oasis of well-being in the village of Pestera, in the district of Brașov and right in the center of the beautiful Piatra Craiului National Park. Fitness, yoga, workshops, gym, sauna, hot tub jacuzzi, vegetarian hot flashes and more.

https://www.akasharetreat.com/

The withdrawal of AKASHA Wellness is located in one of the most majestic mountains and untouched nature reserves in Romania. On the corner is Bran Castle, the famous Dracula castle of the writer Bram Stoker and the Mystical Bucegi Mountains, with its natural formation of Sphinx rocks.

Some call the place „ the village in the clouds ” and it is actually. At an altitude of over 1,000 meters, the landscape here is a sea of green and gentle hills, overlooking the Piatra Craiului massif ( 2,200 meters ).

It is an oasis of well-being in the village of Pestera, in the district of Brașov and right in the center of the beautiful Piatra Craiului National Park. Fitness, yoga, workshops, gym, sauna, hot tub jacuzzi, vegetarian hot flashes and more.

https://www.akasharetreat.com/

The withdrawal of AKASHA Wellness is located in one of the most majestic mountains and untouched nature reserves in Romania. On the corner is Bran Castle, the famous Dracula castle of the writer Bram Stoker and the Mystical Bucegi Mountains, with its natural formation of Sphinx rocks.

Some call the place „ the village in the clouds ” and it is actually. At an altitude of over 1,000 meters, the landscape here is a sea of green and gentle hills, overlooking the Piatra Craiului massif ( 2,200 meters ).

Visit the Romanian Summer Festival next weekend ( Saturday, Sunday ) at Kornmarkt in Nuremberg ( Germany ).

The festival offers ( from 12:00 ):
Romanian culinary products, grilled chains, Romanian cakes, kurtoskalacs ( triel tree ), various drinks.

A rich artistic program with entertainment music, folk music, folk dances, party music, rock music.

Children's playground ( castle bouncy ) | children's makeup

Various cabins of local entrepreneurs who inform and promote their activities.

The German - Romanian cultural association and the cities of Nuremberg and Kronstadt ( Brasov ) are looking forward to your visit. 😊

A wonderful image of the halls and interiors of Peles Castle.

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of Sinaia, in the Prahova district.

Harman Municipality ( in German Honigberg ) is located in the historical 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.

Castelul Bran ( Denumirea germană Törzburg ) este situat pe așa-numita stâncă Dietrichstein, în orașul Bran, regiunea Transilvaniei din districtul Brașov.

Bran Castle is located in the historical region of Transylvania ( Transylvania ) in the Brașov district.

It was originally a military defensive fortress built on a rock with a rectangular plan. Over time, many structural changes have been made in this fortress, including the south tower, built in 1622 according to Gabriel Bethlen's plans, the rectangular tower in the east and between 1883 and 1886 the roof was also covered with tiles for the first time.

...and it is said that it is the castle of Count Dracula of Transylvania ( was )...

https://kronstadt-erleben.de/umgebung/ (DE)
https://discover-brasov.com/en/surroundings/ (EN | RO | FR | HEB)

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of Sinaia, in the Prahova district.

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

The golf windows and the half-wood walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king's house. 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 century. - nineteenth century, as well as an orchestra. The castle impresses with its magnificent wooden crafts.

Learn more about Peles Castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../ausflugsziele.../

Bran Castle ( Törzburg in German ) is located in the region of Transylvania Brașov.

Kronstadt - Brasov
( four ( 4 ) several languages: Discover Brasov

Whether Dracula ( if there has ever been 😁 ) or his representative „ human ” ( Vlad III. Draculea, Vlad Țepeș ) lived here / was or was not ... the castle and the whole region definitely deserves a visit.

Images: Nomadic Julien, Fermoar.ro, Elena Alexandra Vatavu

Yesterday and today Saturday ( 26 - May 27, 2023 ) this year's edition of „ European Castle Fair ” will take place in the outer courtyard of Corvin Castle.

In addition to many activities, castles, museums and important objectives from all over Romania are presented.

Peles Castle, always beautiful!

Learn more about the castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../ausflugsziele.../

Spend your weekend or vacation at Brukenthal Palace in Avrig ( German name Freck ), just a few kilometers east of Sibiu ( Sibiu ) in beautiful Transylvania.

Learn more: https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

The restaurant ( open daily between 8:00 and 22:00 ) offers the highest quality dishes with local and regional ingredients, accompanied by wines from Sibiu County - Crama Apoldium.

Visit the castle park, orangeria and / or spend your time in the historic cafe of Brukenthal Palace.

In addition to the possibility of accommodation or. To spend a holiday here, the castle park, orangaria and also the Brukenthal Palace restaurant can also be rented for events and holidays (weddings, family holidays, corporate events, more ... ).

The kitchen offers the highest quality dishes, with local and regional ingredients, accompanied by wines from Sibiu County - Crama Apoldium.

Find out more: https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

Visit the Brukenthal Castle / Palace in Avrig, Sibiu County, on April 17, for an Easter egg hunt and / or let yourself be pampered on the Romanian Easter weekend / this weekend in the restaurant with a special Easter menu (Easter Menu).

Learn more (German, English, English):
https://palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro/

The restaurant is open from 8:00 until 22:00 and, if you wish, you can also find it, a great place to spend a vacation or escape for a short period of everyday life.

In the middle of the baroque park of Samuel von Brukenthal's summer residence in Freck (German name of Avrig), modern rooms, a restaurant and much more were furnished.

Worth highlighting „ Historical cafe ”, built in 1788, which is also part of „ Historical route of European cafes ”.
Note, 1 Euro = about 4.9 Lei / RON, so you can simply split the prices in the menu by number five (5) to approx. Euro price

The Romanian Easter holidays are approaching and in Brukenthal Palace Avrig the preparations are in full swing, so guests can experience an unforgettable holiday (short).

In the restaurant of the baroque complex, the final details of the festive menu are ready for guests, in accommodation there are special packages for Easter stay in the castle, gardens were recently created and embellished with flowers and decorations, the outdoor terrace is also open.

On the second day of Easter (April 17) from 13:00, children will have the opportunity to participate in „ Egg Hunt ”", a unique competition that will test its different skills and will certainly amuse both participants and accompanying parents or adults." Egg hunting is intended for children between 5 and 14 years old. To participate in this fun competition, children must register at the reception of Brukenthal Avrig Palace (first name, last name and age), phone number ☎️ +40 (0) 726 234 417.

Of course, „ egg hunt ” will end with a prize for the most imagined and attentive participants, and the hosts have prepared the following tempting prizes:
1st place - Overnight stay with breakfast in the family suite in Brukenthal Avrig Palace (maximum capacity - 2 adults and 2 children),
2nd place - a voucher worth 200 lei for consumption in the Brukenthal Avrig Palace restaurant,
All participants in the competition will be rewarded with an entrance voucher for Beach Club Avrig worth 50 lei.

Find out more:
www.palatulbrukenthalavrig.ro

Transylvania is rich in history and approx. 160 fortified churches invite the visitor interested to make a journey through the past and present of the Transylvania region.

An overview of all these fortified churches and much more information: https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/de/uir/kirchenburgen/

Transylvania is rich in history and approx. 160 fortified churches invite the visitor interested to make a journey through the past and present of the Transylvania region.

An overview of all these fortified churches and much more information: https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/de/uir/kirchenburgen/

Törzburg ( Romanian: Bran Castle, Hungarian: Törcsvar ) is located in the region of Transylvania ( Transylvania ), Brașov County, Romania.

Whether Dracula ( or his name Vlad III "Draculea" ) lived here or elsewhere, the castle is definitely a point of view to see and worth visiting with the associated museum.

Between 1920 and 1947 it was the royal residence of King Ferdinand I and his wife, Queen Mary, respectively. whose daughter Princess Ileana, who inherited the castle from her mother in 1938. Today, the castle is owned by the Habsburg family, who received it back from the Romanian state as legal property during the 2006 succession.

Images: beginning of January 2022

Törzburg ( Romanian: Bran Castle, Hungarian: Törcsvar ) is located in the region of Transylvania ( Transylvania ), Brașov County, Romania.

Whether Dracula ( or his name Vlad III "Draculea" ) lived here or elsewhere, the castle is definitely a point of view to see and worth visiting with the associated museum.

Between 1920 and 1947 it was the royal residence of King Ferdinand I and his wife, Queen Mary, respectively. whose daughter Princess Ileana, who inherited the castle from her mother in 1938. Today, the castle is owned by the Habsburg family, who received it back from the Romanian state as legal property during the 2006 succession.

Images: beginning of January 2022

In less than five months, on August 25, 26 and 27, there will be 10. The Jazz at BranCastle event is happening! So plan your visit in advance now 😊

10 live concerts on three stages with a historical ambience await visitors: one stage in the courtyard of Bran Castle, one in the old evangelical church of Rasnov (German name Rosenau) and another on the pond right in front of Törzburg (German name Bran Castle).

More information soon here and at: Castelul Bran

There are more than 160 church castles in the Siebenburg region, one of them is Holzmengen / Hosman.

From the one from 13. The basilica built in Jh. only the western portal as well as the pillars with the arches that separated the main nave from the side naves. The Westportal is a valuable testimony of the Romanian construction plastic from Siebenburg with numerous reliefs. At 1500 hours, the church bell tower was erected by Holesmengen and provided with guard supported by console. In the course of this, the side aisles of the church were aborted. The two from the walls erected in 15 Jh. of the fortress are connected by the torture tower and still show traces of the former military course and firing ranges.

Learn more about this church castle:
https://kirchenburgen.org/location/holzmengen-hosman/

Overview of all 160 church castles:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/de/uir/kirchenburgen/

Poteca Regala is the path/street that used to be the king of Romania (Carol I/Carol I). ) used to get from Peles Castle to Poiana Stanii Shelves.

Neamț Citadel is a medieval fortress in the city of Targu Neamț, Neamț district in northeastern Romania.

It was the 14th century in the Principality of Moldavia during the reign of Petru I. Musat of Moldau established in the 15th. Extended by a century. The castle played a key role in Stephen the Great's defense system.

Targu Neamt is located on the eastern side of the Stanisoara mountain, which is part of the Eastern Carpathians. The Neamt River (aka Ozana) flows through the city. The capital of Piatra Neamț district is located approximately 30 km south of Targu Neamț.

Hunedoara Castle, also called Cetatea Corvinilor or Hunedoara Castle, is a medieval fortress in the city of Hunedoara, Hunedoara district, and is one of the most important buildings of Gothic architecture in Romania.

The fortress was formed in the 14. / 15. Built a century on the remains of a military unit and today it is one of the most beautiful castles in Europe. It is the set of many films (2023: The Three??? - Legacy of the Dragon) and is always worth a visit.

Learn more about the citadel / Castle of the Corvins:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/en/trips-travel-romania-castles-fortresses/

There are over 160 castles in the Transylvania region, one of them is Pretai / Brateiu.

Some remains of the 14th Gothic Basilica today. Jh. in stock. Today's church bears the characteristics of the 15th Jh. The churchyard was greatly altered by the removal of the south row of pillars and the raising of the outer walls and the installation of a barrel vault. Particularly remarkable are the pillars between the north and center aisles, which have profiled cross-sections and chapters with figurative representations.

On the journey through the Great Kokel valley (Târnava Mare), the Brateiu castle appears a few kilometers east of Mediasch. It is located in the middle of the place at the beginning of the village.

Learn more about this church castle:
https://kirchenburgen.org/location/pretai-brateiu/

Overview of all 160 church castles:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/de/uir/kirchenburgen/

Hunedoara Castle (Also, Hunedoara Castle, Eisenmark Castle in German, Corvin Castle in Romanian or Hunyadi Castle, Vajdahunyadi vár in Hungarian) is one of the most important non-ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

The stone castle was built on the remains of a 14th century fortification. Built and located in the southwestern part of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

The mentioned castle bears many other names (Corvinilor Castle, Corvinus Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvinilor Castle, Corvinilor Castle, Corvinilor Castle, Corvinus Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvinilor Castle Eisenmarkt Castle, Corvin Castle, Corvin Castle, Corvin Castle, Corvinilor Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Corvinesti Castle, Black Castle, Vajdahunyad Castle, Hunyadi Castle), which can be traced back to its location or its owners.

The Hungarian statesman and army leader, Johann Hunyadi, rebuilt a fortification that existed after 1440 to become the ancestral castle of Hunyadis. In the second phase of construction, the castle was expanded in 1458 under King Matthias Corvin. In the 19th century, Prince Gábor Bethlen made other major changes to the building. Therefore, the current castle has a mixture of different architectural styles.

The castle has been in Austria since 1724 and has been owned by the Romanian state since 1918. In addition to the tourist attraction, the castle is (and has been) used as a backdrop for a variety of Romanian and international film productions. The castle now houses a museum.

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It is an oasis of well-being in the village of Pestera, in the Brasov district and right in the center of the beautiful Piatra Craiului National Park. Fitness, yoga, workshops, gym, sauna, hot tub jacuzzi, vegetarian buffets and many, many more.

https://www.akasharetreat.com/

AKASHA Wellness Retreat is located in one of the most majestic mountains and untouched nature reserves in Romania. Just around the corner is Bran Castle, the famous Dracula Castle of the writer Bram Stoker and the mystic Bucegi Mountains with its natural stone formation Sphinx.

Some call the place “the village in the clouds”, and that’s actually what it is. At an altitude of over 1,000 meters, the landscape here is a sea of green, gentle hills overlooking the Piatra Craiului massif (2,200 meters).

Ugron Castle in Zau de Campie 🥰😍😍

The castle of Zau de Câmpie was built according to the model of a calendar. It has 365 windows depending on the days, according to the seasons 4 towers, 52 rooms for weeks per year, 7 terraces for days of a week and 12 hallways for months of a year. The castle is characterized by an unfulfilled love story between the owner and a Russian princess.

The owner of the castle, Count Istvan Ugron, the Austro-Hungarian ambassador to Russia, fell in love with one of the daughters of the Russian Tsar Nicholas II however, he could not meet all the expectations and requirements of the princess (including paving the way to the castle with gold coins) and thus stopped courting her.

Currently, it is planned to renovate the castle so that it can be used for various purposes in the future.

Images: Early July 2020

Hunedoara Castle (also Hunedoara Castle, Eisenmarkt Castle in German, Corvinilor Castle or Huniazilor Castle in Romanian, Vajdahunyadi var in Hungarian) is one of the most important non-ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

Hunedoara Castle (also known as Hunedoara Castle) is one of the most important non-ecclesiastical buildings in Transylvania.

The stone castle was built on the remains of a 14th century fortification. Built and located in the southwestern part of Hunedoara (German name: Eisenmarkt) in western Romania.

The Hungarian statesman and army leader, Johann Hunyadi, rebuilt a fortification that existed after 1440 to become the ancestral castle of Hunyadis. In the second phase of construction, the castle was expanded in 1458 under King Matthias Corvin. In the 19th century, Prince Gabor Bethlen made major changes to the building. Therefore, the current castle has a mixture of different architectural styles.

It is an oasis of well-being in the village of Pestera, in the Brasov district and right in the center of the beautiful Piatra Craiului National Park. Fitness, yoga, workshops, gym, sauna, hot tub jacuzzi, vegetarian buffets and many, many more.

https://www.akasharetreat.com/

AKASHA Wellness Retreat is located in one of the most majestic mountains and untouched nature reserves in Romania. Just around the corner is Bran Castle, the famous Dracula Castle of the writer Bram Stoker and the mystic Bucegi Mountains with its natural stone formation Sphinx.

Some call the place “the village in the clouds”, and that’s actually what it is. At an altitude of over 1,000 meters, the landscape here is a sea of green, gentle hills overlooking the Piatra Craiului massif (2,200 meters).

Harman Municipality (German: Honigberg) is located in the historical region of Burzenland, about 12 km northeast of the city of Braşov (Kronstadt).
In 1211, Burzenland granted the Teutonic Knights, who settled there, built castles, brought German settlers into 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.

Peles Castle was built between 1873 and 1883 at the initiative of Carol I, the first Romanian king. 1.5 km northwest of Sinaia, in Prahova district.

Find out more about the castle and other castles in Romania:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../weitere.../

Peles Castle is a former royal castle from the 19th century. It is located about 1.5 km northwest of Sinaia, in Prahova district. The smaller Pelisor Castle is located about 300 meters up

Experience a bike tour guided through Transylvania in 8 days.

Arrival in Sibiu ( Sibiu ), drive to the cities of Transylvania and the fortified churches Birthälm, Reichesdorf and Mediasch. Tour / city in Schäßburg ( Sighisoara ) and Kronstadt experience and also Bran Castle and Rosenau Castle ( Rasnov ) to Zarnesti, known to bear observation stations.

7 x night, breakfast, adventure and more ... Bicycle rental, English language guide and luggage transport from accommodation to accommodation. A wonderful experience throughout Transylvania 🥰

All details of the ( tour date from May to September 2023 ):
Reisen Rumänien

Your German language partner for information, reservations and more:
Carpathian Tourism Center in Sibiu ( Sibiu ),
Reisen Rumänien
e-mail: alex@reisen-rumaien.com

Where do you have to ask that? Somewhere 40 km away from Târgu Mureș in deep Transylvania. There are many lakes and a castle - unfortunately - dilapidated, but still beautiful ( Ugron Castle ) from Zau de Campie.

Images: July 2020

The city of Craiova (also Krajowa) is the largest city in the historical region of Wallachia and the seat of Dolj County.

It lies about 220 kilometers west of Bucharest, in the low plains of the Romanian Lands, on the left bank of the river Jiu (Schil). The area of ​​the city today existed from about 400-350 BC a settlement in Dakish called Pelendava. At the beginning of the 2nd century, they set up camp here in BC. The remains of this Roman castle were excavated in the area of ​​Craiova.

Image source: Destiny of the Year

Images: visatorprinlume.ro

The town of Oradea (Großwardein in German, Nagyvárad in Hungarian) is located on the eastern edge of the Great Hungarian Plain on the Crisul Repede River (German: Schnelle Kreisch), at the foot of the Apuseni Mountains ending at the northeastern edge of the city. The city center is about 13 km from the Hungarian border.

Oradea Castle and, therefore, the city is strategically located at the opening of the Kreish Valley in the Great Hungarian Plain at an average height of 126 m. The river flows almost centrally through the city. From a geological point of view, the caves, some of which reach below the city, are remarkable, and the thermal springs in Băile (Bad) Felix have reached a certain degree of fame.

Thanks to photographer Maciu Alexandru (https://www.instagram.com/maciualexandru/) for permission to use these images.

Valea Zânelor Clay Castle is located about 40 km from Sibiu (towards Brașov). In 2014 the construction was known, today the "Clay Castle", which looks like it was built for hobbits, is already admired and admired by many hundreds of visitors every day.

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

Rasnov Fortress (German: Rosenauer Burg) is a historical monument and landmark in Romania. It is located in Râșnov (Rosenau), Brașov district, about 20 km from Brașov (Kronstadt).

The fortress was built as part of a defense system for Transylvanian villages. Today's medieval fortress was probably built between 1211 and 1225 during the rule of the German knights of Burzenland.

Bran Castle, Törzburg in German... Brașov county.

Today and in the following days we present you a series of impressive pictures from the travel destination Romania.

Let yourself be seduced and charmed. Romania is looking forward to your visit

Bran Castle (Törzburg in German) in Brașov County.

Today and the following days we present to you a series of impressive pictures from the land of travel, Romania.

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

Peleș Castle, on the outskirts of Sinaia in Prahova County.

Today and in the following days we present you a series of impressive pictures from the travel destination Romania.

Let yourself be seduced and charmed. Romania is looking forward to your visit

Celebrating the New Year at Cantacuzino Castle, Bușteni in Prahova County. The music of life, a royal setting and mesmerizing fireworks await.

Learn more and book:
https://www.cantacuzinocastle.com/

Information about the castle:
https://xn--deutschsprachiges -gastgewerbe-rumnien-sed.de/...

The Royal Path is the path/road used a long time ago by the King of Romania (Carol I / Carol I) to get from Peleș Castle to the Royal Stables Glade.

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

Bran Castle (also Törzburg, Romanian Bran Castle, Hungarian Törcsvár) is located in the Transylvanian region of Romania. Either Dracula (or his name "Vlad III"). The Devil ”) lived here or elsewhere, that castle is definitely worth a visit and with the appropriate museum.

From 1920-1947 it was the royal residence of King Ferdinand I and his wife Queen Mary or their daughter Princess Ileana, who inherited the castle from his mother in 1938. Today the castle is owned by the Habsburg family, which he received back from the state. Romanian during the succession in 2006

The night of October 31 to November 1 is Halloween. A custom that originally spread mainly in Catholic Ireland, it was cultivated and expanded by Irish immigrants to the US and was also found in Europe in American-American form as early as around 1990.

Transylvania, especially here Törzburg (Bran Castle), became known throughout the world through the book "Dracula" by the Irish writer Bram Stoker from 1897. The hero and "Dracula" of the book and of many film adaptations is Vlad III, the voivode of the Principality of the Country Romanian (1448, 1456–1462 and 1476, probably born around 1431 in Schäßburg (Sighisoara in Romanian)). Due to her father Vlad II, she was nicknamed Dracula (in English "Son of the Dragon"), which probably inspired the author of the book to call her "Dracula".

And according to current media reports, Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla, Angelina Jolie and other famous people and actors are now supposed to go to Bran Castle in Romania for Halloween. You should be prepared if you're around (garlic picture: we recommend eating it fresh a few hours before your visit, and also wearing it as a necklace around your neck).

Happy Halloween everyone!

More about Bran Castle:
https://xn--urlaub -in-rumnien-2qb.de/ro/uir/to-visit-locations-to-visit-castelul-bran/

Thanks to Bran ​​Castle for permission to use the images.

There are over 160 fortified churches in the Transylvanian region, one of which is Pretai / Brăteiu.

Only a few remains from the 14th-century Gothic basilica remain today. Today's church features 15th-century features. Of note are the pillars between the north and the central nave, which have profiled cross sections and capitals with figurative representations.

On the journey through the valley of the Great Kokel (Târnava Mare), a few kilometers east of Mediaș (MedJugendbauhütte Pretaiia?), Appears the fortified church from Brateiu. It is located in the middle of the village on the green of the village.

Learn more about this church castle:
https://kirchenburgen.org/location/pretai-brateiu/

Overview of all 160 church castles:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/de/uir/kirchenburgen.

Where is it? Somewhere 40 km away from Târgu Mureș, in the depths of Transylvania. There are many lakes and a - unfortunately - a dilapidated castle, but still beautiful (more about this in this morning's post "Ugron Castle").

Images: July 2020

Peles Castle is located about 1.5 kilometers northwest of the city of Sinaia.

It was built for King Carol I of Romania between 1873 and 1883 and confiscated by the communist regime in 1947. After the Romanian Revolution of 1989, Peles was returned to the former King Michael, who lived in exile in Switzerland. The semi-timbered windows and walls are reminiscent of Hohenzollern Castle, the king's house. Seven terraces surround the castle. Some of the 160 rooms can now be visited.

In the castle museum there are weapons, sculptures, furniture and decorative objects from the 15th - 19th centuries and an orchestra. The castle is especially impressive for its magnificent wooden structures.

Find out more about Peles Castle:
https://xn--urlaub-in-rumnien-2qb.de/.../de-vizitat.../

Text and images: Georg Schenk ... THANK YOU very much.

On the way from Sinaia city (Prahova county) to Peleș Castle. Beautiful pictures of a beautiful autumn.

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

We gathered a little in the posts of the last months and the most popular pictures again. It is beautiful all over Romania, not only these places are worth visiting.

In conclusion, holiday destinations for the next 3-5 years are provided.

Transfăgărășan Road is a mountain road in Romania. After Transaplina it is the highest national road in Romania. The road connects the Argeș Valley in Wallachia with the Olt Valley in Transylvania, crossing the Făgăraș Mountains - a mountain group in the Transylvanian Alps (part of the Carpathians). Construction of the road officially began in 1970 and was inaugurated in the fall of 1974

The Transfăgărășan road is the starting point for hiking on the tops of the Făgăraș Mountains. On the southern edge of the road is about 200 meters above the road, near the hydroelectric power plant of Vidraru Dam, the ruins of Poenari Castle.