We travel by train from Brasov to Sinaia about 1 hour. From here we walk about 40 minutes (2 km) to Peles Castle.
Sinaia is situated in the Carpathian Mountains, at the foothills of the Bucegi Mountains. Sinaia is known for its beautiful scenery, fresh air, and numerous tourist attractions.
One of the main attractions of Sinaia is the Peleș Castle, which was built in the late 19th century as a summer residence for the Romanian royal family. The castle is a stunning example of neo-Renaissance architecture and is surrounded by beautiful gardens and forests.
Sinaia is also a popular destination for skiing, hiking, and other outdoor activities, thanks to its location in the mountains. The town has several ski resorts, including the Sinaia Ski Resort and the Azuga Ski Resort.
Visiting Peles Castle is almost like being inside an art work itself, every step we take inside we get mesmerized by every small detail, the different carvings, paintings and furniture piece competing with well known castles and palaces around the world.
Peles is Europe's first electrified castle with all modern utilities including central heating, running hot and cold water, central vacuum cleaner, an electrical elevator and much more already from the beginning of the 20th century.
From Peles Castle we walk about 20 minutes (1.5 km) to visit Sinaia Monastery founded by Prince Mihail Cantacuzino in 1695 and named after the great Saint Catherine's Monastery on Mount Sinai in Egypt. As of 2005, it is inhabited by 13 Christian Orthodox monks led by hegumen Macarie Boguș. It is part of the Bucharest archdiocese.
The Old Church was built in 1695. In 2006, it was closed to begin a restoration project to return it to its former beauty. The original interior painting was completed by Pârvu Mutu and were restored for the first time in 1795. The Old Church has reopened as of 2016.
From here we can have a lunch break (up to 1 hour) and than we continue our carbon-free walking tour to Sinaia train station about 15 minutes.
We take the train back to Brasov (1 hour).
4 Comments
4.6
We had a lovely time exploring a stunning castle filled with history and art, all while enjoying an eco-friendly train journey. The experience was slightly marred by the limited time allowed in the gardens, but the friendly atmosphere and beautiful surroundings made it worthwhile.
4.2
Exploring Peles Castle was a highlight for us, bringing together stunning architecture and rich history. The train ride from Brașov was smooth and eco-friendly, though we wished for a bit more time to wander around the grounds.
4.8
We took a delightful train ride from Brașov in Romania to Peles Castle, immersing ourselves in the stunning scenery and rich history along the way. The castle itself was a treasure trove of art and architecture, with our kids particularly fascinated by the intricate details in the rooms. While the tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable, we felt a bit rushed at times, which made it hard to fully absorb everything.
4.4
We loved our eco-friendly adventure to Peles Castle, where the train ride offered stunning views of the Carpathians as we headed into history. The castle’s intricate art and architecture captivated us, though we wished for a bit more time to soak in the beauty of the gardens.