Bran Castle (German: Törzburg; Hungarian: Törcsvár), situated near Bran and in the immediate vicinity of Braşov, is a national monument and landmark in Romania. The fortress is situated on the border between Transylvania and Wallachia, on DN73. Commonly known as "Dracula's Castle" (although it is one among several locations linked to the Dracula legend, including Poienari Castle and Hunyad Castle), it is marketed as the home of the titular character in Bram Stoker's Dracula. There is, however, no evidence that Stoker knew anything about this castle. There is evidence, however, that Vlad Tepes actually did use the castle during his raids into Transylvania.
The castle is now a museum open to tourists, displaying art and furniture collected by Queen Marie. Tourists can see the interior individually or by a guided tour. At the bottom of the hill is a small open air museum park exhibiting traditional Romanian peasant structures (cottages, barns, etc.) from across the country.
http://www.bran-castle.com/
Opening hours of the Castle:
1st of May – 30th of September
Monday:12:00-18:00
Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00-18:00
Last entrance: 18:00
1st of October – 30th of April
Monday: 12:00-16:00
Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00-16:00
Last entrance: 16:00
Easter Program
Saturday 03.04.2010 :
09:00 – 13:00
Sunday 04.04.2010: closed
Monday 05.04.2010:
12:00 – 16:00
Ticket price:
Adults: 20 lei
Seniors (65+): 15 lei ( based on CI/ID )
Students: 10 lei ( based on student card or ticket )
Pupils: 5 lei
Fee amateur shooting: 20 lei
PHOTO FEE IS INCLUDED IN TICKET!
Professional filming / photography is allowed in after signing a contract. Their charge is based on the customized offer.
FREE
- persons with disabilities
- institutionalized persons.