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Things to see in Șimleu Silvaniei (Romania): 9 places and when to go
Șimleu Silvaniei is a town in Romania, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (4), Temples (3), History (2). The best known are Northern Transylvania Holocaust Memorial Museum, Báthory Castle and Wooden Church, Derșida. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 18. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Romania · 47.2305, 22.8023
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (4) · Temples (3) · History (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- CLJ Cluj-Napoca, 83 km as the crow flies
What to see in Șimleu Silvaniei
The places in and around Șimleu Silvaniei, 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.
- Northern Transylvania Holocaust Memorial MuseumHeritage site in Sălaj County, Romania1 m
- Báthory CastleHeritage site in Sălaj County, Romania233 m
- Wooden Church, DerșidaHeritage site in Sălaj County, Romania17 km
- Wooden Church, Sighetu SilvanieiHeritage site in Sălaj County, Romania14 km
- Reformed church in Crasna, SălajHeritage site in Sălaj County, Romania9.2 km
- Drumul Maria - 42 Caras - Șimleu SilvanieiHiking5.7 km
- Drumul Maria M01-43 (Șimleu Silvaniei - Zalău)Hiking9.8 km
- Via Mariae M05-38 Suplacu de Barcău - Șimleu SilvanieiHiking4.0 km
- Via Mariae M05-39 Șimleu Silvaniei - ZalăuHiking9.8 km
When to go to Șimleu Silvaniei
The best time to visit Șimleu Silvaniei 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.
- JanPossible8:41
- FebPossible10:02
- MarPossible11:36
- AprPossible13:23
- MayBest time14:53
- JunBest time15:42
- JulBest time15:22
- AugBest time14:03
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:36
- NovPossible9:04
- DecPossible8:18
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 18. In May, 9 of the 9 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 Șimleu Silvaniei
The nearest main airport is Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport (CLJ, Cluj-Napoca), 83 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
- Zalău8 places21 km
- Baica5 places41 km
- Marisel6 places68 km
- Oradea14 places70 km
- Baia Mare16 places76 km
- Cluj-Napoca27 places78 km
And all of Romania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Șimleu Silvaniei?
The best known: Northern Transylvania Holocaust Memorial Museum, Báthory Castle, Wooden Church, Derșida, Wooden Church, Sighetu Silvaniei, Reformed church in Crasna, Sălaj. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Șimleu Silvaniei?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 18.
How do you get to Șimleu Silvaniei?
The nearest main airport is Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport (CLJ), 83 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Șimleu Silvaniei as the destination and these 9 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.
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