Reviews for Bran Castle

(Translated by Google) You go for the myth, the medieval architecture, and the scenic location. Keep in mind that the Dracula story is just nonsense (tourist marketing). The exterior is imposing and photogenic, perched on the rock. The interior is dedicated to Queen Marie of Romania, who restored and elegantly furnished it in the early 1900s. We don't recommend going through the tunnel; it costs extra and isn't worth the experience. The village below is packed with stalls selling vampire-themed souvenirs. (Original) Ci vai per il mito, l'architettura medievale e la posizione scenografica. Metti in conto che la storia con Dracula è fuffa (marketing turistico). ​L'Esterno è imponente e fotogenico, arroccato sulla roccia. Gli interni sono dedicati alla Regina Maria di Romania, che lo ha restaurato e arredato in modo elegante all'inizio del '900. Sconsigliamo di fare il tunnel, si paga apparte e non vale l'esperienza. ​Il villaggio sottostante è pieno zeppo di bancarelle di souvenir a tema vampiri.

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(Translated by Google) I recommend! An exceptional location, especially for Halloween 😍 (Original) Recomand! O locație de excepție iar de Halloween si mai si 😍

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(Translated by Google) Very suggestive, especially on a Halloween-themed evening. (Original) Molto suggestivo, specialmente nella serata a tema halloween.

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(Translated by Google) Not worth the wait. (Original) Не си заслужава чакането

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(Translated by Google) Now I finally know where all the figures from the old silver mine at Phantasialand have gone. It looks like someone sent the intern to tEDi with a few euros to decorate something. This plastic decoration ruins the overall impression of this beautiful castle. (Original) Jetzt weiß ich endlich, wo die ganzen Figuren aus der alten silbermine vom Phantasialand geblieben sind. Es sieht so aus, als hätte jemand den Praktikanten mit ein paar Euro zu tEDi geschickt, um etwas zu dekorieren. Diese Plastik Deko zerstört den allgemeinen Eindruck. Dieses schönen Schlosses.

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(Translated by Google) A very nice and well-maintained site. The decor perfectly matches the theme. The surrounding park is lovely; you can explore it at your own pace, it's not very long, but very interesting—you're completely immersed in the world of Dracula. There are small souvenir shops at the exit, in addition to the castle gift shop. (Original) Site très sympa et très bien entretenu. Déco qui va avec le thème. Le parc autour est sympa, visite libre, pas très longue, mais très intéressante on est plongé dans l'univers de Dracula. Petites échoppes à souvenirs à la sortie en plus de la boutique du château.

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Looks really cool from a distance. Was there during Halloween and the amount of people made it a pretty bad experience. It would probably get 1 star more on a less busy day but I'm not sure

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(Translated by Google) Lots of people. Otherwise a really nice place (Original) Paljon ihmisiä. Muuten ihan hieno paikka

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(Translated by Google) Bran Castle (Castelul Bran) 🏰 ​​First impressions: The castle sits picturesquely atop the rock and looks exactly like you'd imagine a vampire's castle to be. A real eye-catcher and photogenic from the outside. 💳 The disaster: Modern technology vs. tourists. The card readers at the ticket office simply refused to work. And these days, you can't get anywhere without a card. No amount of pleading helped – cash payment? Not possible! So there you are, standing with your wallet full of lei, unable to get in. Annoying! 👻 The myth: Sure, the Dracula theme is fully exploited here. But actually, the historical figure Vlad Țepeș has hardly anything to do with this castle. Everyone knows that by now. Nevertheless, the story is, of course, marketed. 🛍️ The tourist trap: The entire surrounding area confirms this impression: overpriced souvenir shops, overcrowded parking lots, and long lines – the feeling that it's all about the money is omnipresent. ✅ Conclusion: In my opinion, it's pure tourist exploitation. I don't need to go back! The payment issue was a technical problem, but it fit the overall picture. Anyone wanting to experience an authentic castle is better off elsewhere in Romania. You can safely save your money on the entrance ticket and souvenirs – the best photos are taken from the outside anyway! (Original) Schloss Bran (Castelul Bran) 🏰 Der erste Eindruck: Das Schloss thront wirklich malerisch auf dem Felsen und sieht genau aus, wie man sich eine Vampirburg vorstellt. Von außen ein echter Hingucker und fotogen. 💳 Das Desaster: Moderne Technik vs. Tourist. Die Kartenleser an der Kasse wollten partout nicht funktionieren. Und ohne Karte geht heute ja nichts mehr. Da half auch kein Bitten – Barzahlung? Nicht möglich! Da steht man dann mit seinem Portemonnaie voller Lei und kommt nicht rein. Ärgerlich! 👻 Der Mythos: Klar, hier wird das Dracula-Thema voll ausgespielt. Aber eigentlich hat die historische Figur Vlad Țepeș mit dieser Burg kaum etwas zu tun. Das weiß inzwischen ja jeder. Trotzdem wird die Geschichte natürlich vermarktet. 🛍️ Die Touristenfalle: Der gesamte Bereich drumherum bestätigt den Eindruck: Überteuerte Souvenirläden, überfüllte Parkplätze und lange Schlangen – das Gefühl, hier geht es nur ums Geld, ist allgegenwärtig. ✅ Fazit: In meinen Augen ist es reine Touristenausbeute. Muss ich nicht wieder hin! Der Ärger mit der Bezahlung war zwar ein technisches Problem, aber es passte ins Gesamtbild. Wer eine authentische Burg erleben will, ist woanders in Rumänien besser aufgehoben. Das Geld für die Eintrittskarte und die Souvenirs kann man sich getrost sparen – das beste Foto macht man ohnehin von außen!

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It is great to see in person but don't get your hopes up.

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(Translated by Google) The castle sits atop a high cliff, boasting distinctive medieval architecture with red tiled roofs and sturdy watchtowers. Location: The castle sits prominently on a lush green hill, with a large lawn area in front, where flagpoles are located (Romanian flags can be seen). Bran Castle is world-famous for often being advertised as "Dracula's Castle" due to its loose connection to the legend of Vlad III Dracula (also known as Vlad the Impaler, who is believed to be the inspiration for Bram Stoker's vampire character). Today, it is one of the most popular tourist attractions and a symbol of Romanian tourism. (Original) Lâu đài nằm trên một mỏm đá cao, có kiến trúc thời Trung cổ đặc trưng với mái ngói đỏ và các tháp canh kiên cố. ​Vị trí: Lâu đài nằm nổi bật trên một ngọn đồi xanh tốt, với một khu vực bãi cỏ rộng lớn phía trước, nơi có các cột cờ (có thể thấy cờ Romania). Lâu đài Bran nổi tiếng thế giới vì thường được quảng cáo là "Lâu đài của Dracula" do có mối liên hệ lỏng lẻo với truyền thuyết về Vlad III Dracula (còn gọi là Vlad Kẻ Xiên Cọc, người được cho là nguồn cảm hứng cho nhân vật ma cà rồng của Bram Stoker). ​Ngày nay, nó là một trong những điểm tham quan nổi tiếng nhất và là biểu tượng của du lịch Romania.

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(Translated by Google) A great many people, but the castle is a must-see. (Original) Sehr sehr viele Menschen, aber das Schloss muss man besucht haben

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