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Things to see in Gheorgheni (Romania): 16 places and when to go
Gheorgheni is a town in Romania, and this site lists 16 places in and around it, mainly Temples (6), Nature (5), Mountains (4). The best known are Cheile Bicazului-Hășmaș National Park, Armenian Church, Gheorgheni and Lázár Castle. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Romania · 46.7493, 25.6599
- Places
- 16 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (6) · Nature (5) · Mountains (4) · Wildlife (2) · History (2) · Hiking (2)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- CLJ Cluj-Napoca, 151 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Hășmașu Mare, at 1,792 m.
What to see in Gheorgheni
The places in and around Gheorgheni, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Cheile Bicazului-Hășmaș National ParkNational park11 km
- Armenian Church, GheorgheniHeritage site in Harghita County, Romania4.9 km
- Lázár CastleHeritage site in Harghita County, Romania9.9 km
- Hășmașu MareSummit12 km
- Fortified church in LăzareaHeritage site in Harghita County, Romania9.4 km
- Saint John's Roman Catholic church in Valea Strâmbă, HarghitaHeritage site in Harghita County, Romania7.8 km
- Gheorgheni synagogueHeritage site in Harghita County, Romania5.6 km
- Saint Nicholas Church (Gheorgheni)Temples5.3 km
- Szent Simon és Júdás apostolok-templomHeritage site in Harghita County, Romania13 km
- Avenul LicașCave9.2 km
- Canyon stoneSummit15 km
- Cabana Piatra SinguraticăMountains · Hiking15 km
- Oxygen ParkWith kids5.6 km
- Panoramic BoothHiking11 km
- TatárdombSummit12 km
- TransylvanikBrewery5.3 km
When to go to Gheorgheni
The best time to visit Gheorgheni is May to October; also possible: November to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:45
- FebPossible10:04
- MarPossible11:36
- AprPossible13:21
- MayBest time14:50
- JunBest time15:38
- JulBest time15:18
- AugBest time14:01
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:37
- NovPossible9:07
- DecPossible8:22
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22. In May, 16 of the 16 places are at their best.
When to go to Romania in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Gheorgheni
The nearest main airport is Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport (CLJ, Cluj-Napoca), 151 km as the crow flies. How to get around Romania (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Romania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Gheorgheni?
The best known: Cheile Bicazului-Hășmaș National Park, Armenian Church, Gheorgheni, Lázár Castle, Hășmașu Mare, Fortified church in Lăzarea. In all, 16 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Gheorgheni?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22.
How do you get to Gheorgheni?
The nearest main airport is Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport (CLJ), 151 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Gheorgheni as the destination and these 16 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- RomaniaBefore travelling to Romania: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. Spanish citizens can enter with their ID card (DNI), but the currency is the leu.
- Temples259 places for temples in Romania, from Horezu Monastery to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: May to October. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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