With vast landscapes (which are free from fences), and mountain passes (which are free from footprints), the south-eastern European nation welcomes imaginative travellers and fairy-tale lovers. A land where legend and real life collide, exploring Romania on foot is an apt way to discover its trapped-in-time charm and medieval architecture. Legend comes in the form of the Dracula stories (which begin in Transylvania), while some truth can be found in the historic town of Sighisoara, the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler (the prince who inspired the titular character). Romania walking holidays can take you through the country’s dream-like landscapes and intriguing cultural history, so you can decide for yourself what is fact or fiction.

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"The holiday was great. The Inn on Balaban was a wonderful start to the break, with lovely rooms and views to die for. Excellent guided tour of Bran Castle. Sighisoara citadel was beautiful as was Miklosvar - very relaxing and our Szeckler guide was very eager to show us his part of Transylvania. Our room in the annex there was wonderful. Dinner in the cellar after the cows were seen home was very pleasant too. Zalanpatak has the most spectacular setting. Our last day was spent on a horse and cart trip up into the hills and a delicious BBQ lunch in a spectacular flower meadow. All in all, amazing forests, views, vistas and flower meadows; very relaxing environment and slow pace. Thank you! "
David - Manchester
Published on 26th August 2019

Romania is bursting at the seams with medieval cities, ancient architecture and bucolic countryside, and it has a slew of legends and fairy-tales to match. During Romania walking holidays, you’ll be free to roam these breath-taking surroundings and hear about the nation’s myths and traditions along the way. To get a sense of the Transylvania countryside, Piatra Craiului National Park is a good starting point, and as you hike the well-trodden trails, you might even spot a bear or two. The rolling foothills of the Carpathian Mountains are also well-equipped for walkers, with plenty of footpaths criss-crossing its unfragmented forests.


If you appreciate cooler weather, we can also organise Romania walking holidays during the winter months. The mountains take on a particularly appealing appearance when flecked with snow, and you can temporarily trade your walking boots for snowshoes to help you traverse Transylvania’s wintery wonderland. Walks can be interspersed with suitably spooky cultural activities, including exploring a bat cave and visiting Bran Castle, the fictional home of Count Dracula.



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