5 days in Brașov, Romania
5 days in Brașov, Romania
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Day 1
Brașov Old Town & Brown Bear Watching
Explore the highlights of Brașov‘s cobbled old town:
The Council Square
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Pastel-coloured facades & markets, visit to get a taste of Brasov’s hustle & bustle.
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The Black Church
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One of the largest Gothic churches in Eastern Europe, it was renamed after the great fire in 1689.
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Strada Sforii
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The narrowest street in Romania, it’s a cute little spot with great views over on Tampa Mountain.
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Catherine Gate
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The only original city gate in Brasov that have survived from medieval times.
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Turnul Negru
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Enjoy the serene surroundings & beautiful views over the city of Brasov and beyond. The White Tower is just a few minutes walk away.
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The White Tower
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Enjoy the serene surroundings & beautiful views over the city of Brasov and beyond. The Black Tower is just a few minutes walk away.
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Shakespeare Coffee & Poetry
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Highly recommend this spot for coffee, pastries and people watching.
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Vibe Restaurant Sushi Brasov & Cocktail Bar
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Highly recommend for the food, there is so much more than just sushi. If you are lucky, you might even get a chance to enjoy a concert from the terrace.
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Sign up for a brown bear watching tour in the afternoon:
Day 2
Poiana Brașov
Rent a car, or take a bus from Livada Postei bus stop ( bus nr 20 ) to get to Poiana Brașov and immerse yourself in the beautiful nature.
There are several hiking routes, I’d highly recommend route 4 marked by red cross.
You can also visit the information point on arrival for more ideas, maps and tips.
Poiana Brașov
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A ski paradise during winter, and a great spot for hikers & nature lovers during off-season. The staff in their information office is beyond helpful, you can get maps, guides and tips on which route to take depending on your specific circumstances.
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"Postăvaru" Peak
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Near the ski lift, you can expect a bit of rock climbing to get to the top and enjoy those astonishing views over the Carpathian Mountains.
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Julius Römer chalet
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Enjoy a bite, or simply take in the astonishing views of the Carpathian Mountains.
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Day 3
Brown bears, Dracula & mountain views
You can either rent a car or opt for a guided tour such as the below:
FYI - Getting to these places by public transport would be rather challenging.
Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti
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The biggest brown bear sanctuary in the world. You can support their work by a regular visit, or stay for their volunteering program. Visiting hours are strict, it’s nearly impossible to visit by public transport but definitely worth it. Since they have rescued over 100 bears it’s very likely you will see at least a handful of them, however it is not a zoo - you will not be guaranteed to see bears, much less to interact with them.
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Râșnov Citadel
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A medieval citadel with breathtaking views, you can either take a cable car or hike up to the top.
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Bran Castle
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Better known as Dracula’s castle, enjoy the gardens, the market around the castle and the tiny corridors within. The castle itself is fairly small and rather crowded.
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Once you get back to the city you should have some time to relax & head to Tampa Mountain:
Tampa Cable Car
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Make your way up and/or down Tampa Mountain. The hike is actually very peaceful and beautiful, depending on your stamina it might be worth to take a one-way ticket only and walk up or down.
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Day 4
Sinaia “Pearl of the Carpathians”
Rent a car, or take the train to Sinaia.
Stroll around Dimitrie Ghica Park, enjoy lunch at one of the charming restaurants and head to the castles.
I’d recommend to walk from the park to make the most of the scenic & soothing route.
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Dimitrie Ghica Park
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A beautiful park with astonishing buildings such as the Sinaia Casino. Make sure to take a stroll here when in Sinaia.
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Bistro Caramello
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Enjoy lunch before heading to Peles & Pelisor Castles. As a bonus, on this street you can stumble upon residences built in that captivating Transylvanian style.
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Peleș Castle
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The ultimate Transylvanian experience, this castle served as the summer residence of Romania’s royal family. From the mind-blowing backdrop, the astonishing details inside and the beautiful gardens will leave you speechless.
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Castelul Pelișor
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A few minutes walk from Peles Castle, this is known to have been Queen Marie’s dream house.
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Photo spot for Peleș Castle
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Day 5
Transfăgărășan road trip
Visit the famous Transfăgărășan and the nearby glacier lake.
This area is known of bear sightings, you might find them lingering along the road. Just remember to keep your distance, respect nature and don’t feed the bears.
Bâlea Lake
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A glacier lake situated at over 2000m altitude. This is a great spot for a lunch break on the road, for a day hike or as the start of your trek to other routes such as Romania’s highest mountain, Moldoveanu.
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Cascada Bâlea
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Capra Waterfall
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Cascada mică Capra
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If renting a car is not an option, check out one of these tours:
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