Sighișoara

When to go

Spring and early autumn are particularly pleasant. The town is livelier in summer, while winter is cold and sometimes snowy.

Things to see and do

Explore the citadel, visit the Clock Tower, climb the covered Scholars' Stairway, see old churches and walk through medieval lanes.

Practical tips

The historic centre is compact and best explored on foot. Comfortable shoes are helpful on the cobblestones.

Getting there and getting around

Sighișoara can be reached by train or car from Brașov, Sibiu and other Transylvanian cities.

Where to stay

Accommodation in the citadel or immediately beside the old town is particularly atmospheric.

What to try

Typical food includes mămăligă, sarmale, ciorbă, meat dishes and Transylvanian desserts.

Official sources

• whc.unesco.org