[2025 Sighisoara Attraction] Travel Guide for The Clock Tower (Updated Jul)

Romania🇷🇴-Sighisoara Clock Tower Coming up from the parking lot, the first thing you’ll see is this medieval Gothic clock tower, built in the 14th century. It was originally used to tell time, and because it is located at a commanding height, it is also a very good defense tower. This is also the only way to enter the town. It is currently open to the public, and there is also a small museum inside that introduces the history and culture of Sighisoara. Romania 🇷🇴 Sighișoara Clock Tower From the parking area, the first thing you'll notice is this medieval Gothic Clock Tower in Sighișoara, Romania. Built in the 14th century, it initially served as a clock tower, strategically located on high ground, doubling as an excellent defensive tower. This spot also serves as a gateway to the town, and currently, it's open for visitors to climb. Inside, there's a small museum showcasing the history and culture of Sighișoara.

Sighisoara is an ancient city in central Romania, known for its long history and rich cultural heritage. Built by German craftsmen and merchants (the Saxons of Transylvania), this ancient city retains the original appearance of a medieval defensive town. The city's iconic buildings include castles, clock towers, and numerous churches, showcasing a unique architectural style. Sighisoara is the hometown of Dracula, the vampire in Bram Stoker's novel, and all the attractions are concentrated here. The clock tower in the city center is Sighisoara's landmark building. It was once used as the office of the parliament, and there are small quadrangular towers on the top of the clock tower. Now the tower houses the History Museum, and you can also climb to the top of the tower to overlook the fairytale-like red roofs of Sighisoara. Opposite the clock tower is the Tailors' Tower, the second gateway into the old town of Sighisoara. The Bootmakers Tower is less than 100m from the Tailors' Tower and features Baroque architecture.

Sighisoara is located in central Romania The town was built as a defensive fortress by the Saxons from Germany and later developed into a medium-sized town. About 850 years ago, the Saxons from southern Germany (who are the same as the Saxons in Britain) arrived here. They began to build a castle on a hilltop to defend against Byzantine invasions from the south. Among these people were leatherworkers, tinsmiths, blacksmiths, tailors and many other German craftsmen. Each of them built a tower for himself, and at its peak there were dozens of towers in the town. Now only 9 towers remain, and the architectural style is typical German style It is also the hometown of Count Dracula, the prototype of the vampire story. Although this well-preserved medieval town has been listed as a World Cultural Heritage But the town has a strong atmosphere of life, not many tourists and very quiet There is not much commercial atmosphere, and everything retains the appearance when it was built by the Germans nearly a thousand years ago. About Transportation There are direct trains from Budapest/Bucharest/Vienna etc to Sighisoara There are direct flights from London, Paris and other cities to Sibiu, Romania, and most of the time the round trip price is around 24 pounds After arriving in Sibiu, there is a direct train or bus to the town. Best time to visit: 2 days and 1 night Although the town is not big, the cost is not high. It is highly recommended to stay in the town for one night Feel the mystery and simplicity of the medieval castle. There are many homestays in the town. Most of the B&Bs are brick and wood houses with hundreds of years of history. Living in it will bring people's thoughts back to the Middle Ages hundreds of years ago. Joseph Haydn house The Romanian food here is delicious, especially the goulash is great The 8 best places to visit in Sighisoara 1️⃣ The Clock Tower, landmark 2️⃣ Turnul Cizmarilor This tower is private and can be visited when the owner is present. 3️⃣ Tailors' Tower 4️⃣ Piața Cetății 5️⃣ Biserica din Deal 6️⃣ Sighișoara City Hall 7️⃣ "The Holy Trinity" Church 8️⃣ Furriers Tower

Balkans 10-country tour - small town church tour|||Compared to the Balkans 10-country tour, Romania has the most time and attractions. Indeed, this country is fascinating, with an elegant atmosphere in both cities and villages. The scenery from Bucharest to the Carpathian Mountains is also breathtaking. Today, we visited two ancient towns in Romania - Sighisoara and Sibiu, with Sighisoara being a World Cultural Heritage site. The two ancient towns have many churches, mostly Orthodox, with ancient churches in the city having a rich history and culture, and the church bell towers forming a beautiful city skyline. The Evangelical Cathedral in Sibiu (4) is the most famous Gothic church in Sibiu, built between 1320 and 1520, with a spire over 73 meters high, the tallest building in the city. We climbed up to overlook the city, and the view was worth it! Inside the church is a large mural (5) painted by Johannes Rosno in 1445, marking the transition from late Gothic to Renaissance painting.

#myhiddengems My trip to Sighisoara, Romania, was like stepping into a fairy tale! The medieval charm of this UNESCO World Heritage site is unreal, with colorful houses, narrow cobblestone streets, and the iconic Clock Tower. The entrance fee to the tower was just 15 lei (around €3), and the view from the top is worth every cent. It’s also the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, which adds a mysterious vibe to the town. After exploring, I wandered around the nearby Citadel Square and grabbed a coffee at one of the quaint cafés. Sighisoara is a gem! #trip #Sighisoara #MedievalMagic #RomaniaTravel #Wanderlust #TravelGems

#2024wish In 2023, I visited the enchanting Sighișoara Clock Tower in Romania. Stepping into its medieval charm felt like a journey through time. The intricate architecture and the panoramic view from the top were truly mesmerizing. Exploring the narrow cobblestone streets around the tower added to the experience, revealing a rich history at every turn. 🏰 #SighisoaraClockTower #TravelDiaries #RomaniaAdventures In 2024, I want to visit more of Romania, uncovering hidden gems and embracing the unique culture that this captivating country has to offer. 🇷🇴 #BucketList #ExploreRomania #Wanderlust