Trip Destinations » Brasov
"Brasov's medieval and baroque heart is gorgeously well preserved" - Frommers
100 miles northwest of Bucharest lies the medieval town of Brasov. A world away from the lively buzz of the capital city, Brasov provides the perfect base for exploring the Transylvanian countryside including the mysterious, hidden depths of Dracula's icy Castle. The old town of Brasov displays striking gothic architecture reminiscent of the town's traditional past evident in structures like the Black Church and the Black Tower. Brasov is a wonderful setting for those who prefer to take in the atmosphere at a leisurely pace, ambling around the cobbled streets, stopping for a hot drink in one of the clusters of quaint cafes or heading to a cosy restaurant for some local grub.
Organised activities include walking tours around Brasov Old Town, visits to the Rasnov Fortress and of course a chilling excursion around Bran Castle, home of the cult Dracula. See below for more information.
Brasov is also a short distance away from Romania's premier ski resort, Poiana Brasov, set against the beautifully untouched Ardeal mountains. For those wishing to add a few days of skiing to their package, or for more information, please see the section on Poiana Brasov.
Brasov Activities
Brasov Walking tour
Explore the mysterious medieval town of Brasov on foot. Enter the gothic Black Church and experience the deep, booming quality of music played on the largest organ in Eastern Europe. Give your legs some work to do by climbing to the top of the Black Tower, watch the entire city unfold before you and see if you can spot the narrowest street in Europe.
Visit to Bran Castle
Make sure you don’t leave the country without making a visit to the legendary Bran Castle, hidden within the depths of the Transylvanian countryside. Said to be the stony abode that housed Vlad the Impaler, the infamous Count Dracula, during his reign, the castle’s eerie corridors and deathly cold rooms make up the real life setting of Bram Stoker’s chilling novel.
Visit to Rasnov Fortress
Take a walk up to the crumbling ruins of the medieval Rasnov Fortress and enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the Transylvanian plains stretch out before your eyes. The impressive fort is well worth the visit to soak up an important part of Romanian history.
