SIGHISOARA

ONE OF THE 3 INHABITED EUROPEAN MEDIEVAL CITIES

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Sighişoara, a city protected by UNESCO since 1999, included in the world heritage list, prides itself on being a medieval city which is inhabited at presents, as well. A city was built here for the first time in 1280. In the 14th century, tradesmen organised in strong guilds settled at the foot of the citadel, erecting a stone defence wall around the city, which was 930 metres long and 4 metres tall. In the 15th century, the wall was raised by 3-4 metres and, in the following 200 years, the height of the wall came up to as much as 15 metres in some places. 14 towers were erected, bearing the names of their respective guilds. Nine of them can still be seen today: the clock tower, the towers of tanners, tailors, blacksmiths, skinners, cobblers, butchers, ropers, and tinsmiths. The towers of weavers, locksmiths, coppers and barbers no longer exist.

Among the main tourist attractions are:

The Church on the Hill:
The Church on the Hill is one of its main attractions: awarded the Europa Nostra Grand Prix for cultural heritage, for the restoration and structural consolidation, the Church on the Hill was built in the period 1345-1525. Under the church lies a crypt with 16th-17th century tombs. The indoor and outdoor painting saw the light of day owing to the Messerschmitt Foundation from München, with restoration works stretching over 8 years (1991-1999). Genuine masterpieces are hosted inside, sculptures, religious paintings and altars.

The Vlad Dracul House:
The Vlad Dracul House lies in the Council Square, and is allegedly the place where Vlad Ţepes, known as Dracula, was born. Son of the ruler of Wallachia, Vlad Dracu was renowned for the exemplary punishments applied to his opponents, which gave rise to the legend of Dracula. Vlad Ţepeş, who is also known as Dracula, was born in 1431 and, in all probability, he lived here until he turned 4, as his father lived in the citadel of Sighişoara in the period 1431-1436. Currently, the house hosts a bar and a restaurant

The Covered Staircase:
The Covered Staircase or the Pupils’ Staircase, having 300 steps, was built in 1662. It was covered to protect the children who climbed it on their way to school. Following the changes made in 1849, only 175 steps remained.

WHERE TO STAY

Burg Hostel

Burg Hostel

Located in the heart of the city, our hostel can host 74 persons in 16 rooms. The guests are welcome to use the seminar hall and the winery for parties, free of charge. The hostel kitchen offers delicious food, with regional and international specialties.

Alte Post

Alte Post

A restaurant and pension located in the centre of Sighișoara, in the central park area, at a 2-minute walk from the Clock Tower. Covered indoor terrace, non-smoking room, winery, kitchen with traditional German, Hungarian and Romanian cooking, 7 traditionally-decorated rooms and 2 apartments.

Casa cu cerb

Casa cu cerb

Casa cu Cerb (The Stag House) is located at the centre of the medieval city of Sighișoara. It is a registered historical monument. Its name is given by the outdoor mural, representing a life-size stag, with his head and trophy mounted on the wall.

Casa Wagner

Casa Wagner

Casa Wagner (Wagner House) invites you to the medieval city of Sighișoara, to the heart of Transylvania, for an unforgettable experience. The hotel has 32 rooms, its own restaurant with a capacity for 80 persons, as well as, most importantly, skilled staff, who are always looking to meet the needs of the tourists.

Sighișoara Hotel

Sighișoara Hotel

At Sighişoara Hotel, every room is different.

Each of them has distinct details, in the authentic furniture and in the refined decorations.

Fronius Residence

Fronius Residence

Fronius Residence has 7 rooms, each of them having a special style in terms of size and decor. In one of them, the Gothic ceilings still bear the marks of the great fire. They are crossed by sculpted stone arches and, from place to place, the original restored painting can still be seen. The old door locks were maintained. The furniture is old, in keeping with the atmosphere of the house, and it was purchased piece by piece from various areas of Transylvania. The majestic bathrooms, made of natural materials, evince slight contrasts between the old and the new, being conceived as such for the visitor’s convenience.

Central Parc

Central Parc

Central Parc (Central Park) offers luxury rooms and parlours, which are, at the same time, quite accommodating, a rich culinary experience, a unique wine bar and opportunities to experiment traditional Romania by taking local trips