Guide to Oktoberfest Brasov, Romania š»| Accommodation, transportation, fun
From the first tap of the keg to the last dance, enjoy endless streams of frothy beer, mouth-watering pretzels, and sizzling sausages, all while being serenaded by lively folk music. Whether you're a beer enthusiast, a foodie, or just looking to soak up the festive atmosphere, BraČov's Oktoberfest promises an unforgettable experience.
Join thousands of travelers in the stunning backdrop of BraČov's medieval city, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains. Raise your glass, make new friends, and let the spirit of Oktoberfest sweep you off your feet!šŗ
Cheers to good times and great memories! Read below for information about where to stay, how to get to the event and how to have the best time ever!
You can find the daily schedule on their official website. You have some activities or shows during the day, but most of the fun starts at 18-19pm.Ā
Access at Oktoberfest
Access in the festival area is free. If you want to book a table you need to do so online on the link below.Ā
You can book tables of 6 or multiple of 6 people. The cost for 6 people is 650 lei (130 EUR) from which 200 lei (40 EUR) is the booking fee and 450 lei (90 EUR) is for the consumption which includes a platter of warm appetizers and beer.Ā
You have all rules in English on the same link.
Transportation to & in BraČovĀ
Bucharest Airport to BraČov
šĀ Car
If you want to explore more than just going to Oktoberfest, depending on your budget and time, a rented car might be a good solution. Just keep in mind that busy days at the mountain side can get very crowded leading to spending lots of time in the car!
Be very cautious with the time if you want to return to Bucharest Airport by car from BraČov as the road can get unimaginably busy and it can take you even 7-8 hours.
šĀ Train
You can take the airport train to the Gara de Nord (or named BucureČti Nord) from where you can take a direct train to BraČov.
The train ride from the airport to Gara de Nord takes 25 minutes and runs every 20-30 minutes. It costs 7 lei (1.5 EUR).
Then you have to take another train to BraČov and you have lots of them each day. The ride takes about 2.5 - 3.5 hours and costs about 63 lei (13 EUR), depending on the train you choose.
You can take tickets from CFR, the national company, or check all trains including the private lines on Mersul Trenurilor. You might get better conditions and fewer chances of delays with a private one.Ā
Getting around in BraČov
You can order an Uber or a Bolt in the app rather than a local yellow taxi as they might charge you more if you are a tourist.
You can also use public transportation. Google Maps will tell you which bus line you should take and you can take tickets from the special shops in some of the stations or pay directly with the card at the machines inside the bus, or directly from the driver on some lines (17B, 20, 25, 28, 34B, 41, 60, 100)
Accommodation in BraČov
Walking distance to Oktoberfest event zone
Transylvanian charm accommodations but a little further from the festival
Enjoy a special edition beer just for this event!
CIUCAČ MALZBIER -Ā The Special Oktoberfest Beer
This year, CiucaČ Malzbier returns to the lips of BraČovās Bavarians, setting the tone for relaxation once again! With its full-bodied taste and light texture, this amber beer, rich in malt, entices even the most curious palates like never before!
You can enjoy it on draft, in a 500ml glass, or indulge in a generous 1-liter stein, celebrating autumn with the perfect tone of relaxation, just as it should be, only at Oktoberfest!
Relaxation goes hand in hand with a cold CiucaČ in the heart of nature, at just the right moment, especially when it's waiting for you dressed in festive attire, specially prepared for you and your entire crew!
Other touristic activities outside the festival
Check out this organized trips to get the most out of your time in BraČov! You can visit royal castles, UNESCO cities, a bear sanctuary, Dracula's Castle or do some hiking.Ā
If you want to go hiking by yourself, the authorities recommendation is to be in a big group and take precautions as the chance of encountering unfriendly bears is very high in all seasons! My personal recommendation would be to choose an organized group trip as the local guides know best the routes and safety measures!
Castles, cities & Dracula
Hikes and nature
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