Church, mosque or temple
Black Church
Brasov, Romania
The Gothic landmark of Brasov, named for the smoke stains of a great fire.
City · Romania · Transylvania
Brasov
A colourful medieval Saxon town ringed by Carpathian peaks, perfect base for castles and mountain trips.
about 5 h
For storytellers
Why Brasov matters
Brasov looks like a postcard from central Europe: pastel houses around Council Square, a Gothic church that gives the town its landmark, and forested mountains rising right behind the rooftops. Saxon merchants built it, and the old walls and bastions still stand. It's the easiest base for Bran Castle, Rasnov, Prejmer and Sinaia, and the town itself is a pleasure to wander on foot, with a cable car up to a giant hillside sign.
Talking points
- Council Square is the heart of town, surrounded by pastel buildings and terrace cafes.
- The mountain Tampa rises straight above the old town.
- Bran, Rasnov, Prejmer and Peles are all an easy day trip away.
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What to see in Brasov
Castle
Bran Castle
Brasov, Romania
A hilltop medieval fortress that is marketed as Dracula's castle.
Square
Council Square
Brasov, Romania
The pastel-coloured heart of Brasov, with the old Council House in the middle.
Viewpoint
Mount Tampa
Brasov, Romania
Take the cable car to a hilltop for the best view over Brasov's red roofs.
Church, mosque or temple · UNESCO
Prejmer Fortified Church
Brasov, Romania
A Saxon church hidden behind huge defensive walls.
Castle
Rasnov Fortress
Brasov, Romania
A hilltop peasant fortress above the town, with sweeping views.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.