The Top 8 Castles in Mureș
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 8
beautiful castles to choose from in Mureș. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Mureș. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 14, 2025
The Tinsmith's Tower (Turnul Cositorarilor) suffered considerable damage during the Hungarian siege from 1704 to 1706. Traces of the bombardment can still be seen in its 25-meter-high walls. Architecturally interesting, …
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The Butcher's Tower (Turnul Măcelarilor) was built in the second half of the 15th century. It is a hexagonal structure on an octagonal ground plan, which, together with the bastion …
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Sighisoara is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features well-preserved medieval stone streets and structures. Visit fortified churches, climb the famed Scara Şcolarilor covered staircase, and get goosebumps …
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Târgu Mureș Castle is one of the largest castle complexes in Transylvania and the Szeklers. It covers four and a half hectares and has seven bastions. The Reformed Castle Church …
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At the foot of Gurghiu Citadel Hill is Rákóczi-Bornemisza Castle. It was built during the reign of Prince George Rákóczi between 1630 and 1646. The latter wanted a residence in …
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This narrow path leads zigzag up to the castle ruin Sachiz. In addition to a visit to the old farmhouse castle, one has again and again beautiful panoramic views of …
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The Butchers' Guild was tasked with equipping, maintaining, and defending the northeastern bastion of Târgu Mureș Castle. The defense tower was built between 1656 and 1657. Today, the ground floor houses a public restroom.
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This medieval castle belonged to several Hungarian noble families. The fortress was remodeled in the 15th century by the Losonczi Dezsőfi family. The place is open for visits.
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