Dracula's Guide to Romania

Culture, places to visit and what to do in Romania

Bucovina (Suceava county) – Dracula’s Recommendations for an Amazing experience (Part 2)

The most amazing place in the world is Bucovina, this is a list that will help you find monasteries, nature and the deep underground.

2–3 minutes

The more Dracula is writing about Bucovina the more he realizes how beautiful it is! Top things to do in Suceava county coming your way.

Sucevita Monastery

One of the famous painted Monasteries of Bucovina UNESCO Heritage Site was finished in 1586 , colourful and well preserved it attracts many tourists and pilgrims alike. If you are traveling on Via Transilvanica this is one of the stops. As I was hiking this route I was offered traditional food for the fasting period by one of the nuns. If you are religious or just want to sleep over you can do so here. Pro tip: if you are vegan before any important holiday they make amazing vegan food for lent! It will blow your mind.

Location: Google Maps

Cacica Salt Mine

Built by the Polish minority of Bucovina this place is filled with history and it has its own specific vibe. Go down, experience the smell of salt and petrol, and imagine how hard it was to extract the salt. It still functions as a mine but you will not see the production.

Location: Google Maps

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Cetatea de Scaun a Sucevei + Bucovina Village Museum

Two locations one next to another. You get to explore the capital seat of Moldavia and the specific past in terms of house architecture of Bucovina.

More Information in English: Link to Official Website: Link

Location: Google Maps

Tinovul Mare – The swamp

One of the hidden gems of Bucovina, mostly locals know of this area and have recently popped up in travel guides for Romanians. Dracula is looking forward to these mountain swamps to turn from local attractions to international ones. These areas remind me a bit of Scotland in terms of vegetation.

Location: Google Maps

Mocanita – Hutulca

Steam powered trains in the middle of winter are one of the most magical experiences you can have. This is not the most famous steam powered train ride in Romania but it is a really fun one! It can be combined with food from locals.

More information in Romanian: Here (translate using your browser translation)

Location: Google Maps

Part 1 is waiting for you here:

Bucovina (Suceava county) – Dracula’s Recommendations for an Amazing experience (Part 1)

If you are planning to come to Bucovina, landing in Suceava – Airport is your first step (or the train from Bucharest or Iasi)

Comprehensive guide to Suceava – “Stefan cel Mare” Airport

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