Brasov - historic old town, ski resort, and urban mountain

 Visit time: 2026-03-11 to 2026-03-15

It does not surprise me that this beautiful historic city is the most popular tourist destination in Romania. 

Its historic old town is well-preserved and well-maintained. Romania's largest ski resort, Poiana Brașov, is in its suburb. A highly hikable mountain is right by the old town.

Brașoveni are just like typical Romanians - super friendly, approachable, and engaging. 

Uber in Brasov is quick and inexpensive. 

The old center:

Old town streets in the morning:

Bird's-eye view from Mt. Tampa:

Bird's-eye view from Rt. 1E

The central bus station, where you can catch a bus to go anywhere in Brasov. You can pay with your credit card on a bus if the card reader works.

Poana Brasov:

The Poana Brasov ski resort:

I rented skis from this place, with excellent service, and enjoyed long conversations with Matthew there. 

Mountain Tapa: It is too big for a post-dinner casual walk, but small enough for a pre-breakfast jog. The ascent is 400m.

I love Romanian cozonac and Sibiu Salami: