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Tag: Transylvania

September 3, 2017
Novice hiker takes 5 hours to get a beer – Backpacking Romania

Novice hiker takes 5 hours to get a beer – Backpacking Romania

My main reason to go to Sibiu was its proximity to the Transfagarasan Highway, the Făgăraș Mountains and Bâlea Lake. Top Gear described the Transfagarasan Highway as “the world’s best road”. It runs through the Făgăraș Mountains and is closed from October to June as there’s snow blocking the road. I went in July and …

August 30, 2017
Why Brasov should be top of your list – Backpacking Romania

Why Brasov should be top of your list – Backpacking Romania

Why should you go to Brasov? – It’s in Transylvania, full of historical attractions, near Bran Castle (aka Dracula’s Castle), Rasnov Fortress, Peles Castle, and it’s surrounded by fortified churches. There’s also great hiking and tons of places to eat and drink. I only had 3 days in Brasov which isn’t enough time to do …

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