Brașov, Romania

Brașov

A Saxon old town below a forested mountain, gateway to Transylvania.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Brașov

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Black Church and walk the Council Square.
  2. AfternoonTake the cable car up Tâmpa mountain to the Brașov sign.
  3. EveningWalk Rope Street, one of Europe's narrowest, then dinner in the old town.

Day 2

Visit Bran Castle and the Râșnov fortress.

What to eat

Ciorbă de burtă, tripe soup, and kürtőskalács chimney cake.

Local tips

Make the most of Brașov

Beat the crowds

Brașov is busy in summer and winter. Weekdays are calmer.

Best photo spot

The old town from the Tâmpa hill, reached by cable car.

Getting there

Trains from Bucharest take about 2.5 hours.

Don't miss nearby

Bran Castle and Râșnov fortress, about 30 minutes away.

Good to know

Walk Rope Street, one of the narrowest streets in Europe.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Brașov

Getting there

  • Brașov Airport (GHV)9 km away
  • Sibiu Airport (SBZ)120 km away
  • Sibiu115 km away
  • Bucharest140 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryRomania

Questions

Brașov: good to know

Is Brașov worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and nature. A Saxon old town below a forested mountain, gateway to Transylvania.

How many days do you need in Brașov?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Brașov?

You can visit all year. Brașov is busy in summer and winter. Weekdays are calmer.

How do you get to Brașov?

The nearest airport is Brașov Airport (GHV), about 9 km away. Trains from Bucharest take about 2.5 hours.

What is there to see near Brașov?

Nearby hidden places include Sighișoara (89 km), Sibiu (115 km) and Bucharest (141 km).

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