Welcome to Brașov

Medieval charm, mountain air, and tech-forward energy—
explore it all between sessions.

At-a-Glance Facts

Population
~285,000

Altitude
600 m

Time-zone
EET (UTC +02:00)

Currency
Romanian Leu (RON)

Our Services

  • Black Church

    14th-century Gothic cathedral, home to the famous Buchholz pipe organ and striking architecture.

  • Council Square

    Lined with pastel merchant houses, cafés, and hosting Brașov’s magical Christmas market each year.

  • Bran Castle

    Linked to Dracula legends, the castle offers eerie twilight tours during the Forum week.

  • Tâmpa Hill Cable-Car

    A scenic 4-minute ride to Brașov's iconic sign with panoramic city views from the top.

  • Rope Street

    Just 1.3 meters wide, this quirky alley is a favorite for tourists and Instagram lovers alike.

  • Citadel Fortress

    A hilltop bastion offering dramatic sunset views and local craft beer tasting experiences.

Local Experiences

✔ Heritage Dining – Via Enescu, Sub Tâmpa serve farm-to-fork menus.

✔ Craft Beer – Artegianale taproom; 12 local brews on rotation.

✔ Thermal Spa – Belaqva hydrotherapy & salt-room circuits.

✔ Winter Markets – mid-Nov to early Jan, hand-carved ornaments.

✔ Ski & Snowboard – Poiana Brașov resort, 20 min shuttle.

Getting Around

On Foot

Old Town ≤ 1 km²; cobblestones, wear boots.

Ride-Share & Taxi

Bolt & Uber; taxi ~€0.70/km (download approved app).

Public Transport

RATBV eco-bus network; tap-and-go fares; direct line #20 to Poiana Brașov.

Getting Dining Guide

Traditional Romanian: Sergiana Cellar (pork & polenta).

Modern Bistro: Bistro de l’Arte (for lunch breaks).

Coffee: CH9 Specialty Coffee.

Vegan: La ETY vegan bar.

Late-Night: Gratar Urban street grill (open 02:00).

Weather & Packing Tips

Early December averages −2 °C mornings, 5 °C afternoons. Expect cold starts and mild afternoons.

Pack insulated waterproof boots, thermal layers, gloves, and smart-casual evening wear. Umbrella & EU Type-F power adapter recommended.

Essential Romanian Phrases

Bună ziua Hello
Mulțumesc Thank you
Vorbiți engleză? Do you speak English?
Nota, vă rog The bill, please

Emergency & Practical Info

Emergency number: EU 112 (police, medical, fire)

24 h pharmacy: Catena, Republicii Str. 7.

Hospital: Brașov County Emergency Hospital, 8 min taxi.

Voltage: 230 V / Type F plug.

Tap water: Safe; still prefer bottled if sensitive.

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