Brașov &amp; Poiana Brașov

Târgul de Crăciun Brașov

Events

At the foot of Tâmpa, Piața Sfatului (the Council Square) transforms in winter into a Christmas market with wooden chalets, mulled wine and a huge natural fir tree, right beneath the tower of the Council House. It is the closest large festive market to Râșnov, just a few kilometres away.

20 km · 21 min by car

Junii Brașovului — Coborârea în Cetate

Events

On the first Sunday after Easter, Brașov's Șchei district dons its festive best: bands of mounted young men (juni) ride down from the neighborhood toward the heart of the citadel, hurling maces into the sun and shouting "Christ is risen!". A tradition attested since 1728.

≈20 km · 21 min by car

Piața Sfatului

Heritage & History

The point from which all of Brașov's distances are measured, with Turnul Trâmbițașilor keeping watch from 50 metres up and colourful façades that recall the era of the great fairs. An unmissable stop, a short distance from Râșnov.

20 km · 21 min by car · ≈45–60 min

Poiana Brașov ski area

Outdoor & Trails

Romania's best-known ski area spreads across the slopes of the Postăvarul Massif, above Poiana Brașov: seven runs, large differences in elevation and long trails that descend almost to the edge of the resort.

12 km · 15 min · half a day – 1 day

Pietrele lui Solomon

Caves & Nature

A limestone gorge on the edge of Brașov, where the legend of a fleeing king intertwines with the traces of a real Dacian fortress. The Valea cu Apă stream, the cool forest and the tradition of the Juni make Pietrele lui Solomon a getaway close to Râșnov.

17 km · 24 min by car · 1–2 h

Poiana Brașov

Destinations

The meadow beneath Postăvarul where, in 1895, the first skiing in Romania took place has become the country's best-known mountain resort: slopes for every level, a fast gondola lift and summer hikes, 12 km from Brașov and a short distance from Râșnov.

12 km · 15 min · half a day – 1 day

Masivul Postăvaru

Outdoor & Trails

Known as the "sentinel of Brașov", the Postăvaru Massif watches over Țara Bârsei from 1,799 metres, with the Cristianul Mare peak rising above Poiana Brașov. Limestone caves, beech forests and a panorama towards Bucegi, Piatra Craiului and Ciucaș make it a mountain escape just a short distance from Râșnov.

13 km · 18 min · half a day – 1 day

Tâmpa

Outdoor & Trails

The rock face bearing the giant letters "BRAȘOV" is more than a holiday snapshot: it is Tâmpa, the mountain that watches over the city from nearly 960 metres and hides, beneath its beech forest, the ruins of a medieval fortress.

16 km · 24 min · 2–3 h (on foot) / ≈1 h (by cable car)

Biserica Neagră

Heritage & History

The largest Gothic church in south-eastern Europe owes its name to a fire: the flames of 1689 blackened its walls. Inside, an organ with nearly 4,000 pipes, a 6-tonne bell and a rare collection of oriental rugs await you.

14 km · 20 min · ≈45–60 min

Parc Aventura Brașov

Râșnov Attractions

An adventure park with trails among the trees, next to Lake Noua in Brașov, for adults and children from 4 years old. Open Wednesday–Sunday; ticket 125 lei for adults and 115 lei for children, with 2 hours included (2026).

21 km · 35 min · 2 hours included in the ticket

Brașov Jazz & Blues Festival

Events

A jazz and blues festival held in Brașov, part of the city's cultural calendar.

≈20 km · 21 min by car

Telecabina Tâmpa Brașov

Outdoor & Trails

A cable car in the centre of Brașov that rises to Mount Tâmpa, offering a panorama over the city and access to the trails at the summit.

16 km · 24 min · ≈2–4 hrs

Muzeul de Istorie Brașov

Heritage & History

A museum dedicated to the history of Brașov, well suited to a cultural walk through the town centre.

20 km · 22 min by car · ≈45–60 min

Centrul Cultural Apollonia

Râșnov Attractions

An active cultural centre in Brașov, host to the city's cultural events.

16 km · 22 min by car · ≈30–60 min

Piața Unirii Brașov

Heritage & History

The square at the heart of the Șchei district, once Piața Prundului: St Nicholas Church, the First Romanian School and the starting point of the Junii parade on Thomas Sunday.

15 km · 20 min by car · ≈45–60 min

Vârful Postăvarul

Outdoor & Trails

At almost 1,800 metres above Poiana Brașov, one of the most accessible mountain peaks in the area thanks to the cable car.

13 km · 18 min · ≈2–4 hrs

Cabana Postăvarul

Outdoor & Trails

A mountain chalet on Masivul Postăvaru, a resting point on the trails to the summit, in the Poiana Brașov area.

16 km · 25 min · ≈2–4 hrs

Bastionul Țesătorilor

Heritage & History

The best-preserved bastion of Brașov's fortifications (15th–16th century), today a museum devoted to the history of the citadel.

16 km · 26 min · ≈45–60 min

Biserica de lemn Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul (Poiana Brașov)

Heritage & History

A Maramureș-style wooden church built between 1997 and 1999 in Poiana Brașov, belonging to the “Saint John the Baptist” Monastery. 2026 hours not published; check before your visit.

12 km · 17 min

Prima Școală Românească

Heritage & History

A museum in the Șchei district, within the grounds of the Sf. Nicolae church, where the first book in Romanian was printed — a landmark of Romanian culture.

16 km · 23 min · ≈45–60 min

Strada Sforii

Heritage & History

One of the narrowest streets in Europe (1.1–1.3 m), a picturesque passage between strada Cerbului and strada Poarta Schei.

15 km · 23 min · ≈45–60 min

Turnul Alb

Heritage & History

A 15th-century defensive tower on Dealul Warthe, offering one of the finest panoramas over the historic centre of Brașov.

15 km · 21 min · ≈45–60 min

Șcheii Brașovului

Heritage & History

A historic district of Brașov, with picturesque streets, old churches and local traditions.

15 km · 23 min · ≈45–60 min

Bastionul Graft

Heritage & History

A bastion from 1515–1521 on the north-western side of the Brașov fortress, linked to the White Tower. A section of the History Museum; according to the ticketing platform, it can only be visited from the outside.

14 km · 22 min · Duration not published

Biserica Sfântul Bartolomeu

Heritage & History

The 13th-century Evangelical church on Strada Lungă, considered the oldest building in Brașov. Open on Sundays, at the German service, or by phone appointment.

12 km · 18 min · Duration not published

Muzeul de Artă Brașov

Heritage & History

A museum on Bulevardul Eroilor, with collections of Romanian and European art — notable works of painting, graphic art and decorative arts.

14 km · 20 min · ≈45–60 min

Poarta Șchei

Heritage & History

The classical gate of 1827–1828 linking Brașov's old centre with the Șchei district, right next to Catherine's Gate. Free access, at any time.

15 km · 23 min · Duration not published

Sinagoga din Brașov

Heritage & History

The synagogue of 1899–1901, designed by Lipót Baumhorn, on Poarta Șchei street in Brașov's historic centre. Visits by donation, no visits on Saturdays.

15 km · 24 min · Duration not published

Trail: Pietrele lui Solomon (Brașov) – Vârful Postăvaru – Predeal (yellow stripe)

Outdoor & Trails

The “Yellow Road”: crossing Postăvaru from Solomon's Rocks in Brașov, over Postăvaru Peak, to Predeal. 20.6 km, 9–10 h, difficult.

18 km · 32 min · 9–10 h

Trail: Poiana Brașov – Avenul Groapa de Aur – Valea Poienii (red dot)

Outdoor & Trails

Red dot, from Poiana Brașov below Wolf's Chasm and past the Groapa de Aur sinkhole, down to Valea Poienii. 6.9 km, medium.

12 km · 17 min · 3–3.5 h

Trail: Poiana Brașov – Padina Lăutei – Cabana Postăvaru (blue cross)

Outdoor & Trails

Julius Romer's Road, from Poiana Brașov through Padina Lăutei to the Postăvaru hut (blue cross). 3.5 km, 610 m up, medium.

12 km · 17 min · 2–2.5 h

Trail: Poiana Brașov – Peștera de Lapte – Pârtia Sulinar (blue dot)

Outdoor & Trails

A loop from Poiana Brașov past Poiana lui Drester and the Milk Cave, back by the Sulinar ski slope (blue dot). 4.8 km, 425 m up, medium.

12 km · 17 min · 2–2.5 h

Trail: Poiana Brașov – Prăpastia Lupului – Vârful Postăvaru (red cross)

Outdoor & Trails

The Red Road, red cross: from Poiana Brașov, past Wolf's Chasm, to the summit of Postăvaru. 6 km, over 800 m of ascent, difficult.

12 km · 16 min · 3–4 h

Trail: Poiana Brașov – Pârtia Sulinar – Poiana Ruia (yellow triangle)

Outdoor & Trails

From the centre of Poiana Brașov, alongside the Sulinar ski slope, to the lake at Poiana Ruia (yellow triangle). 2.1 km, 390 m up, medium.

13 km · 19 min · 1–1.5 h

Trail: Valea Cetății (Brașov) – Culmea Crucuru – Cabana Postăvaru (yellow cross)

Outdoor & Trails

A difficult yellow-cross climb from Valea Cetății, over Kermen hill and the Crucuru ridge, to Postăvaru Hut. 9.8 km, about 1,000 m of elevation.

17 km · 26 min · 4–5.5 h

Trail: Șaua Tâmpei – Valea Cetății – Poiana Brașov (blue triangle)

Outdoor & Trails

From Tâmpa Saddle, through Valea Cetății, to Poiana Brașov on the blue triangle. 9.7 km, 620 m of ascent, medium difficulty.

16 km · 24 min · 4 h – 4 h 15 min (summary); about 4.5–5 h (description)

Turnul Negru

Heritage & History

A 15th-century defensive tower on Dealul Warthe, rebuilt with a glass top, offering a vantage point over the historic centre of Brașov.

15 km · 21 min · ≈45–60 min

Grădina Zoologică Brașov

Râșnov Attractions

Brașov's zoo, in the Noua district, modernised and expanded to 10 hectares, with a planetarium on site. 2026 prices: 35 lei adults, 15 lei children aged 6–18, free under 6.

22 km · 37 min · 2 – 4 h

Zilele Brașovului

Events

The annual celebration of the city of Brașov, with cultural events, concerts and activities in the historic centre.

≈20 km · 21 min

Poarta Ecaterinei

Heritage & History

The only medieval gate preserved from Brașov's old citadel (1559), its four turrets a symbol of the right of judgment.

15 km · 22 min · ≈45–60 min

Cetățuia de pe Strajă Brașov

Heritage & History

A fortress with four bastions on Straja Hill, above Brașov, rebuilt in 1625. It is now under restoration: the interior is closed, but the walls and the view can be seen from around it.

15 km · 23 min · about 1 hour, including the climb

Muzeul Casa Mureșenilor Brașov

Heritage & History

Memorial museum of the Mureșianu family on Piața Sfatului in Brașov: furniture, paintings, musical instruments and an archive tied to the history of the national anthem. Call ahead: opening days differ between sources.

14 km · 21 min

Muzeul Civilizației Urbane a Brașovului

Heritage & History

A merchants' house from 1566 on Piața Sfatului, where Brașov life from the 17th to the 19th century is laid out floor by floor: inn, shops, lapidarium. Open Wednesday–Sunday.

14 km · 21 min

Muzeul de Etnografie Brașov

Heritage & History

The museum showing traditional life in Țara Bârsei and the neighbouring areas, with a permanent exhibition on weaving, costume and interiors. On Bulevardul Eroilor, next to the Art Museum. Good on a rainy day.

14 km · 21 min · Under an hour, according to visitor reviews

Paradisul Acvatic Brașov

Râșnov Attractions

A complex with indoor and outdoor pools, a lazy river, diving boards and saunas on Bulevardul Griviței in Brașov. Good on a rainy day and with children; hours and prices for summer 2026.

15 km · 24 min · Tickets for 2, 3 or 4 hours or unlimited access

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Peștera de Lapte (Poiana Brașov)

Caves & Nature

A natural, unimproved cave on the northern slope of Postăvarul, reached on foot from Poiana Brașov on the blue-dot trail. You need a torch after the first few metres.

13 km · 21 min · 2–2.5 hours uphill on the trail (Munții Noștri)

Rezervația Stejerișul Mare

Caves & Nature

A protected natural area of 16.30 ha on the Stejerișul Mare ridge above Brașov: beech woods, meadows and the Colții Corbului rock. Visited on foot, on a marked trail from Brașov or Poiana Brașov.

17 km · 26 min · About 2–3 hours on an organised hike route

Trail: Brașov (Noua district) – Piscul Lung – Culmea Crucuru (yellow triangle)

Outdoor & Trails

From Brașov's Noua district, over Piscul Lung and Crucuru Mic, to the La Amvon rocks on the Crucuru ridge (yellow triangle). 4.9 km, 720 m up, medium.

21 km · 34 min · 4–5 h

Trail: Brașov (center) – Poiana lui Stechil – Culmea Crucuru (blue stripe)

Outdoor & Trails

The Blue Road, from central Brașov, through the Tâmpa saddle and Poiana lui Stechil, to the Crucuru ridge (blue stripe). 6.7 km, 710 m up, medium.

16 km · 27 min · 4–4.5 h

Trail: Brașov (center) – Stejerișul Mare – Poiana Mică (yellow triangle)

Outdoor & Trails

From central Brașov, above the road, through the Stejerișul Mare reserve, to Poiana Mică (yellow triangle). 9.5 km, 540 m up, easy/medium.

14 km · 20 min · 3.5–4 h

Trail: Pietrele lui Solomon (Brașov) – Poiana Brașov, via Drumul Vechi (red stripe)

Outdoor & Trails

The Old Road to Poiana, red stripe: from Solomon's Rocks in Brașov up to Poiana Brașov, through the forest. 4.2 km, easy.

18 km · 32 min · 1 h 30 min – 1 h 45 min

Trail: Pietrele lui Solomon (Brașov) – Râșnov (blue stripe)

Outdoor & Trails

The blue-stripe trail linking Solomon's Rocks in Brașov with Râșnov, through the Postăvaru forests. 12.6 km, easy/medium.

18 km · 32 min · 5:30 h (P2); 4 h 15 min – 5 h 30 min (Munții Noștri)

Trail: Pietrele lui Solomon (Brașov) – Vâlcelul Dracului – Stejerișul Mare (red triangle)

Outdoor & Trails

From Pietrele lui Solomon, up the Devil's Gully (Vâlcelul Dracului), to Stejerișul Mare peak (red triangle). 1.9 km, 250 m up, medium.

18 km · 32 min · 1–1.5 h

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Trail: Poiana Brașov – Poiana Nisipului – Valea cu Apă (red cross)

Outdoor & Trails

From Poiana Brașov, past Stâna Navri and Poiana Nisipului, down to Valea cu Apă (red cross). 2.5 km, 82 m up, easy/medium.

12 km · 17 min · about 1 h

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Trail: Poiana Brașov – Valea Groapa Lungă – Piscul Lung (blue dot)

Outdoor & Trails

From Poiana Brașov, through the Bear's Clearing and the Groapa Lungă valley, to the Piscul Lung ridge (blue dot). 5.5 km, 270 m up, medium.

12 km · 17 min · 2.5–3 h

Trail: Șchei (Brașov) – Crucea Dreptății – Poiana lui Stechil (blue cross)

Outdoor & Trails

From the Șchei district, past the Crucea Dreptății fountain, to the Poiana lui Stechil clearing (blue cross). 2.3 km, 360 m up, easy/medium.

16 km · 25 min · 1–1.5 h

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Events in this area

Târgul de Crăciun Brașov

27 November 2026 – 3 January 2027

20 km · 21 min by car

Festivalul Darurilor de Crăciun – târg meșteșugăresc, ediția a IV-a

19 December – 20 December

Centrul Cultural Reduta

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EYOF Brașov 2027 – Festivalul Olimpic al Tineretului European de iarnă

14 February – 21 February 2027

Brașov și Poiana Brașov (probele alpine pe pârtia Subteleferic)

Semimaraton Brașov

3 April 2027

Piața Unirii, Brașov

Brașov Heroes

13 June 2027

Lacul Noua, Brașov

Road Grand Tour Teleferic Challenge

31 July 2027

Poiana Brașov

Ready-made plans

With the family

Brașov & Poiana Brașov — The Tâmpa cable car and the old town; the zoo and the planetarium are in the city (Telecabina Tâmpa Brașov, Piața Sfatului)

Rainy day

Brașov & Poiana Brașov — The museums of the historic centre and the Black Church (Muzeul de Istorie Brașov, Muzeul de Artă Brașov, Biserica Neagră)

Winter

Brașov & Poiana Brașov — Skiing on Postăvarul, in Poiana Brașov (Poiana Brașov ski area)

Summer

Brașov & Poiana Brașov — The gondola in Poiana and mountain biking on Postăvarul (Poiana Brașov, Masivul Postăvaru)

A few hours

Brașov & Poiana Brașov — Tâmpa: the loop on foot (2.5–3 h) or by cable car (Telecabina Tâmpa Brașov)

A full day

Brașov & Poiana Brașov — From Poiana up Postăvarul (Poiana Brașov, Masivul Postăvaru, Cabana Postăvarul)