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Transylvania, Romania: Dracula, Hiking, and Fine Wine
The best Halloween party in the world, bear watching in the Carpathian Mountains, and wine sought out by royalty
Bran Castle
Transylvania, Romania:
Dracula, Hiking, and Fine Wine
Today, we recap the sites, food, shopping and hotels that we explored together this week. You can access the complete summary with all photos and shortcut links at any time here.
Beginning tomorrow, we explore the Isle Royale National Park in Michigan, US. That’s tomorrow. Today, I am watching the sunset behind Bran Castle, refusing to look behind me.
- Cris
What To Do (reviews)
Travel style: | Adventure | ||
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Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 |
Brașov Old Town Walk | Piatra Craiului National Park | Transfăgărășan to Balea | Creepy Old Buildings |
Travel style: | Culture | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 |
Public Shaming and the Start of The Christmas Season | Dracula and A Saint | Fire and The Birthplace of The Devil | Dearly Departed and Lies |
Travel style: | Relaxation | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 |
Stroll through Brașov Old Town and Lounge By The Pools | A Beautiful View and Fine Wine | Calm Your Mind | Spa Day! |
Where To Eat (reviews)
Price | Brasov | Sibiu | Sighișoara |
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Where To Sleep (reviews)
Brasov | Sibiu | Sighișoara | |
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Where To Shop (reviews)
Brasov
The Galeria de Arta Transilvania is a great place for those looking for quality works of art, regardless of whether they are experienced collectors or art enthusiasts who want to complete their personal collection. There is a Starbucks at the entrance to fuel your deliberations.
The Christmas Market is open from December 1st until the 31st, but the Christmas lights and the Christmas Tree will stay until early January. Kids can have fun in the free daily workshops in Santa’s House, and husbands tend to wander into the beer tents. For the little ones, there is also a carousel and a small electric train to keep them entertained. Make sure to bring your appetite because food is everywhere and it is delicious.
Sibiu
During December, Sibiu hosts the most beautiful Christmas Market of Romania in front of the impressive Catholic Church. Small houses made from wood, mulled wine, delicious sausages, cakes and lots of stocking stuffers and gifts will keep you saying ‘wow’ for hours. This market rivals the biggest Christmas Markets in Germany.
Sighișoara
This small city packs in a LOT of shopping in an easily-walked space. Look for handmade medieval jewelry, ceramics, pottery, and woodwork.
Transylvania is a region of beauty and outdoor adventure all year long. While October is a particularly busy time of year, the region is fabulous for hiking and skiing in other months as well. Planning a visit? You can find the full details, photos, and links from this week here.
Tomorrow, our greetings will arrive from the Isle Royale National Park in Michigan, US.
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