UNESCO Herritage Sites Sighisoara, Rupea and Biertan

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Explore the rich history of Transylvania by visiting the remarkable fortified churche of Biertan, beautiful medieval town, and medieval fortress of Rupea. Starting from Brașov, this day trip involves private transportation to each site, where a knowledgeable local guide will share fascinating stories and insights about these architectural wonders.

- Private transportation included from Brașov for convenience
- Learn about the history and significance of these architectural treasures
- Ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers interested in Transylvanian culture

What's Included

Bottled water
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Brunch
Lunch

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Itinerary

Duration: 1 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cetatea Rupea

    upea Fortress (Romanian: Cetatea Rupea, German: Burg Reps, Hungarian: Kőhalmi vár) is a medieval fortress built by Transylvanian Saxons in the Kingdom of Hungary and first mentioned by a 1324 document. It is situated on a 120 m high basalt cliff, to the west of the Transylvanian town of Rupea in Romania. The fortress is located on DN13, 70 km from Brașov, on the road to Sighișoara.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Sighisoara

    The second site to see is the amazing city of Sighisoara. It is a popular tourist destination for its well-preserved old town, which is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 1999. The town played an important strategic and commercial role at the edges of Central Europe for several centuries. Sighișoara became one of the most important urban centers of Transylvania, with artisans from throughout the Holy Roman Empire visiting the settlement. The German artisans and craftsmen dominated the urban economy, as well as building the fortifications protecting it. It is estimated that during the 16th and 17th centuries Sighișoara had as many as 15 guilds and 20 handicraft branches.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Biertan Fortified Church

    Discover unique UNESCO Herritage sites, Fortified church in Biertan, Sighisoara old town, and Rupea Fortress Start your private day trip in Brasov, where you meet your guide. Travel by car for 2.5 hours to get to the first UNESCO Heritage site, the Biertan fortified church. The Biertan fortified church is a Lutheran fortified church in Biertan, Sibiu County, in the Transylvania region of Romania. It was built by the ethnic German Transylvanian Saxon community at a time when the area belonged to the Kingdom of Hungary. Briefly Roman Catholic, it became Evangelical Lutheran following the Reformation. Together with the surrounding village, the church forms part of the villages with fortified churches in Transylvania UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Trips in Transylvania

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