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Day tour of Transylvania's Saxon historic sites from Targu Mures

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Day tour of Transylvania's Saxon historic sites from Targu Mures — Day trips things to do in Targu Mures

A full-day trip from Targu Mures to visit Biertan, Sighisoara, Viscri, and Rupea fortress, exploring UNESCO heritage and medieval history.

This day tour starts in Targu Mures and takes you through some of Transylvania's key Saxon heritage sites. First stop is the Saxon fortified church of Biertan, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its stunning architecture. Next, visit the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, the only inhabited citadel left in Europe, rich in history and charm.

The tour continues to the Saxon fortified church of Viscri, often regarded as Prince Charles’s favourite place in Romania. Finally, you’ll head to the impressive Rupea fortress, historically significant as the site where Decebal, the last Dacian king, met his end. This tour offers a concise yet profound encounter with Transylvania’s medieval Saxon history.

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