Heritage & History · Predeal
Mănăstirea Predeal (Sfântul Nicolae)
A nunnery dedicated to Saint Nicholas, on an 18th-century monastic site, a historic monument in Predeal. Listed as open in 2026, 09:00–16:00; call ahead.
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At a glance
Distance from MAX24 kmTravel time38 min cu mașinaDifficultyușorTownPredealAbout the place
Current status (checked 12 October 2026)
The monastery is open to visitors: Brașov Tourism listed it as open on 19 June 2026, with hours of 09:00–16:00. The days and seasonal variations are not specified, and access may vary with the services. It is advisable to call ahead, on 0723 300 050.
A monastic site from the 18th century
The nunnery in Predeal is dedicated to Saint Nicholas. The site was founded as a hermitage in 1774, with a small wooden church; some tourist sources give the year 1744. The hermitage was burned in 1788 and rebuilt, and in 1819 a stone church was raised. A larger church followed between 1835 and 1844. In the communist period the monastery was dissolved and served as a parish church; monastic life resumed in October 1993, with a group of nuns from Râmeț Monastery.
What you see today
The ensemble is a historic monument. The old church has mural paintings faded by time, and the place is quiet, suited to a few minutes of reflection. The visit is partly indoors, so it also works on a rainy day. It is an active place of worship, so come in modest dress and keep quiet.
Opening hours and prices (checked 12 October 2026)
Hours shown for 2026: 09:00–16:00 (Brașov Tourism, 19 June 2026); the days and seasonal variations are not specified. There is no published standard ticket; any fees and donations are settled on site. Phone: 0723 300 050. Visit duration and wheelchair or pushchair access are not published.
Getting there
The monastery is at Strada Mănăstirii no. 12 in Predeal. From MAX International drive towards Predeal, either on the road through Pârâul Rece or through Brașov, on the DN1. You can combine the visit with a walk around the resort.
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