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Things to see in Sfântu Gheorghe (Romania): 13 places and when to go
Sfântu Gheorghe is a town in Romania with around 61,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly Temples (3), Nature (3), Wildlife (3). The best known are Feldioara Fortress, Muzeul Național Secuiesc din Sfântu Gheorghe and Lutheran church of Feldioara. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 29. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Romania · 45.868, 25.793
- Population
- About 61,000
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (3) · Nature (3) · Wildlife (3) · History (2) · Hiking (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- OTP Otopeni, 146 km as the crow flies
What to see in Sfântu Gheorghe
The places in and around Sfântu Gheorghe, 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.
- Feldioara FortressHeritage site in Braşov County, Romania15 km
- Muzeul Național Secuiesc din Sfântu GheorgheMuseums and art917 m
- Lutheran church of FeldioaraChurch in Feldioara, Brașov County, Romania16 km
- St. George's Church, Sfântu GheorgheHeritage site in Covasna County, Romania852 m
- Castra of ReciRoman fort in Dacia8.7 km
- Fortified church in Sfântu GheorgheHeritage site in Covasna County, Romania789 m
- Ciomad - BalvanyosProtected area in the European Union defined by the habitats directive in Romania28 km
- Dealul Ciocaș - Dealul VițeluluiProtected area in the European Union defined by the habitats directive in Romania13 km
- Angheluș - Câmpul Sărat (Pasul Balvanyos)Hiking17 km
- Büdös feredő (bölöni népi borvízfürdő és forrás)Hot spring bath16 km
- INdiVINOWinery477 m
- Mestecănișul de la Reci și Bălțile de la Ozun-SântionluncaProtected area10 km
- Munții Baraolt - Traseul de creastăHiking6.2 km
When to go to Sfântu Gheorghe
The best time to visit Sfântu Gheorghe 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.
- JanPossible8:51
- FebPossible10:07
- MarPossible11:37
- AprPossible13:19
- MayBest time14:44
- JunBest time15:31
- JulBest time15:12
- AugBest time13:57
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:40
- NovPossible9:12
- DecPossible8:29
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 29. In May, 13 of the 13 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 Sfântu Gheorghe
The nearest main airport is Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP, Otopeni), 146 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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Other towns nearby
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- Bran23 places51 km
And all of Romania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Sfântu Gheorghe?
The best known: Feldioara Fortress, Muzeul Național Secuiesc din Sfântu Gheorghe, Lutheran church of Feldioara, St. George's Church, Sfântu Gheorghe, Castra of Reci. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Sfântu Gheorghe?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 29.
How do you get to Sfântu Gheorghe?
The nearest main airport is Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), 146 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Sfântu Gheorghe as the destination and these 13 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
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- 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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