Brâncoveanu Monastery
Orthodox monastery in Brașov county
What it feels like
Beeswax candles, the faint scent of incense, the distant chant from inside. Quiet courtyards walled against the rest of the world.
Sâmbăta de Sus or Brâncoveanu Monastery, founded in 1696 at the foot of the Făgăraș Mountains, is a valued place of pilgrimage and contemplation. Father Arsenie Boca's cell and the healing spring in its garden draw tens of thousands of believers every year.
Best time to visit
May through October for best access. Active monasteries — dress respectfully.
How to get there
Address: Sâmbăta de Sus, Brașov. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.
