Sibiu Old TownStory N° 172
Sibiu & the Saxon Villages
Share long farmhouse tables and ancient festivals in Sibiu and the timeless Saxon villages of Transylvania.
The itinerary.
3 days · 8 stops
Friday
Day One
Settle into Sibiu's atmospheric old squares, where the 'eyes of the city' rooftops watch over a town built for gathering.
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Piața Mare & Piața Mică
Sibiu's twin medieval squares, linked by the Bridge of Lies and lined with cafés perfect for slowing down.
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Brukenthal National Museum
Romania's oldest museum, a baroque palace housing European masters in the heart of the Large Square.
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Crama Sibiul Vechi
A candlelit cellar tavern serving Saxon-Romanian home cooking, where shared platters invite long conversation.
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Hotel
Hotel Am Ring booking.com
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Getting around
- Arriving at Sibiu International Airport, then a short taxi into the old town
Saturday
Day Two
Drive out to the Saxon villages of Viscri and Biertan, sharing bread, cheese and stories with the communities who keep them alive.
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Viscri Fortified Church
A UNESCO Saxon village famous for its whitewashed fortified church and welcoming homestays and craft workshops.
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Biertan Fortified Church
One of Transylvania's grandest fortified churches, ringed by triple defensive walls on a green hilltop.
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Viscri 125
A village guesthouse table serving farm-to-plate Saxon dishes from the gardens and orchards just outside.
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Hotel
Hotel Am Ring booking.com
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Getting around
- Day trip by car or guided tour east to Viscri and Biertan through the Saxon countryside
Sunday
Day Three
Wander the ASTRA open-air museum's living village before saying goodbye to Transylvania.
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ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization
Europe's largest open-air museum, a forest park of relocated farmhouses, mills and workshops by a lake.
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Pardon Café & Bistro
A homely Sibiu bistro for a final shared brunch of local cheeses, jams and fresh bread before departure.
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Hotel
Hotel Am Ring booking.com
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Getting around
- Taxi to Sibiu International Airport for the journey home
Location.
Frequently asked
How many days do you need for Sibiu & the Saxon Villages?
3 days. The itinerary runs from Friday to Sunday and covers 8 curated stops across 3 days.
How much does Sibiu & the Saxon Villages cost?
Mid-range — €150–300 per day per person.
Where do you stay during Sibiu & the Saxon Villages?
Hotel Am Ring is the recommended base for the trip; the full hotel list per day is in the itinerary section.
What's included in the Sibiu & the Saxon Villages itinerary?
Day-by-day stops at 8 restaurants, museums, viewpoints and landmarks; transportation hints between each leg; and a hotel base in Sibiu Old Town.
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