Things to see & do in Transylvania
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WHERE TO GO IN TRANSYLVANIA
Carpathian Mountains
Transylvania holds history within its fortified churches, Saxon villages and medieval architecture but for many it’s the wooded foothills of the Carpathian Mountains that steal the show. Rising to the east and south of Transylvania, they have long provided a strategic base and a scenic setting for kings and travellers alike. The region as a whole is roughly five times the size of Wales and all manner of animals are known to inhabit the steep forested slopes, including bears, wolves, owls and lynx, while white tailed eagles wheel in the thermals over valleys and gorges. Travelling by train is an ideal way to bypass unsurfaced roads although hiring a car presents plenty of scope to explore. Take on the kicks, cuts and hairpins of the Transfagarasan Highway to cross over the southern Carpathians into Wallachia and the Danube Delta.Brasov
Covasna
East of Brasov, the county of Covasna is recommended for anyone looking to spot storks on chimney pots as they hitch a ride on horse-drawn hay carts. Stay in the Hungarian-style village of Miklósvár and you'll think you've stepped through a time portal. Walks in wooded hills and over flower-filled meadows make great escapes from the modern world with guesthouse accommodation, at the bequest of Count Kalnoky, adding extra ambience to an already authentic rural experience.Sibiu
This onetime European Capital of Culture promises plenty of parks, pedestrianised squares and a succession of cycle paths to allow sightseeing from all sorts of angles. Germanic influence reigns supreme in Sibiu with the Holy Trinity Cathedral, Bridge of Lies and the Passage of Stairs all worth spending at least a couple of days strolling around in summer.Maramures
North of Transylvania, via the nature reserves and medieval monuments in Bistrita, are the mountain creeks and riverside villages of Maramures. This fascinating region may not be strictly Transylvanian but the carved wooden churches, ornate cemeteries (such as Merry Cemetery in Sapanta) and the forested valleys and protected pastures of Rodna National Park, are definitely worth bearing in mind if you're in this neck of the woods.THINGS TO DO IN TRANSYLVANIA
Wildlife
Walking
Throughout the Carpathian foothills are several series of single tracks and hardly any roads. Self guided walking tours include a local map, information guide and luggage transfers – great for lightening the load as you trek between guesthouses. From challenging ascents over limestone peaks and jagged outcrops to woodland paths leading to medieval towns and Saxon villages, there's nothing like walking in Transylvania for loving life outdoors. Why not seek out the Siebenburgen (German for ‘seven cities’) as you stroll through Saxon settlements before settling into a different guesthouse every night? Also, did you know that southeastern Transylvania has more 13th to 16th century churches than anywhere else on earth? Tailor made cultural tours can help you find out more as well as offering insight into the traditional arts and crafts still practised in Transylvania.Dracula
Ok, there's no denying Dracula enthusiasts when it comes to travelling in Transylvania. Quirky, fun and steeped in folklore, these small group tours embrace the region's cultural heritage as you visit the sites related to Vlad the Impaler and Bram Stoker’s Jonathan Harker. Medieval castles, tales around camp fires and even a Gothic masquerade party will all feature on a Dracula tour of Transylvania with an English speaking guide bringing locations, and legends, to life. You'd be bats to miss it.Our top Romania Holiday
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BEST TIME TO GO TO TRANSYLVANIA
Spring is another great time to go to Transylvania for colourful countryside as wildflowers cover the Carpathian foothills and rivers rush through wooded valleys. May, however, can get wet so pack a mac, just to be on the safe side. Places like Brasov and Sibiu are also less busy during April and May, compared to the peak summer season.
HOW TO VISIT TRANSYLVANIA
Self guided tours offer a more personalised alternative to a small group tour with flexible travel dates. You can explore under your own steam with the added reassurance of half board accommodation booked for you, plus luggage transfers and detailed trip notes. Self guided walking holidays in Transylvania are an excellent way to meet local people so practise saying salut (hello) and expect a smile and nod in return. Self drive tours are also an option here. Although road signs can be tricky, directions and points of interest will be covered in English within your trip notes. This allows you to drive a rental car between hotels and guesthouses with confidence as well as full insurance and emergency contact details for extra peace of mind.
Taking a cultural tour of Transylvania with a local guide will reveal more about Saxon heritage and folklore tales of old. Wildlife watching tours, also, can be undertaken with an expert guide who will be able to point out signs of life whilst walking in the woods. Early starts and evenings in bear hides are guaranteed to get hairs standing up on end, and not just because of you-know-who flapping about in castle crypts.
Tempted by Transylvania? Looking for some more top tips and things to do alongside watching wildlife? Our Transylvania travel guide takes you on an authentic adventure into the rural regions of central Romania. Find out what we rate & what we don't as well as advice for families, self drive holiday makers and anyone wishing to stay with a Count.