Brasov: Fortified Churches of Transylvania – Prejmer and Harman

The day begins with a visit to Prejmer Fortified Church, a UNESCO-listed historic church known for being one of the best-preserved fortified churches in Transylvania. Built in 1212 by the Teutonic Knights, Prejmer’s circular walls, rising 40 feet, showcase advanced defense mechanisms and underground passageways. The fortress, attacked fifty times, was captured only once in 1661. Explore the church’s interior, accessible through a 100-foot-long arched passage fortified with two rows of gates. The red-roofed wall accommodates 272 rooms, providing shelter for village families during attacks.

The journey continues to Harman Fortified Church, constructed in the 13th century by Saxons colonists for protection against invaders. The church is surrounded by walls, bulwarks, and massive towers. The 14th-century belfry tower and prismatic towers added during the 15th century contribute to its defensive architecture. Explore the circular-shaped curtain wall fortified with additional structures, including a moat and a zwinger. Inside, discover storage rooms on two levels and a 14th-century funerary chapel with well-preserved Late Gothic mural paintings.

Both fortified churches offer picturesque settings for photography and provide insights into the tales of Transylvania. The tour concludes with a return to Brasov.

Approximately 3 hours

• Explore two UNESCO-listed Fortified Churches – Prejmer and Harman
• Visit the largest Fortified Church in Southeastern Europe at Prejmer
• Discover the defensive architecture and underground passageways of Prejmer
• Marvel at the circular curtain wall and prismatic towers of Harman
• Explore the 14th-century funerary chapel with mural paintings in Harman

Prices start from 39 EUR (exact pricing may vary based on group size and additional services).

• English-speaking travel guide
• Transport with a private car
• Pick-up from any address in Brasov
• Entrances fees
• Prejmer Fortified Church is closed on Mondays

• The tour may be canceled due to weather conditions.
• Others than English languages – available.