Town · Moldova · Soroca

Soroca

A river town on the Dniester with a well-preserved round medieval fortress.

about 2.5 h

For storytellers

Why Soroca matters

Soroca sits on a high bank of the Dniester river on the border with Ukraine. Its circular fortress is the main sight. The town is also known for the large Roma community's colourful houses on a hill.

Talking points

  • The fortress is round with bastions.
  • The river forms the border.
  • The Roma hill has unusual large houses.

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What to see in Soroca

Castle

Soroca Fortress

Soroca, Moldova

A round stone fortress with five bastions on the Dniester.

Also nearby

Within about 40 km, closest first.