Mureșenii Bârgăului Monastery
Orthodox monastery in Bistrița-Năsăud 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.
Mureșenii Bârgăului Monastery, founded in the 17th century and rebuilt in 1927, is the most important monastic settlement in Bistrița-Năsăud County. Its valuable modern painting and the scenery of the Bârgău Valley make the monastery a popular place for pilgrimage and hiking.
Best time to visit
May through October for best access. Active monasteries — dress respectfully.
How to get there
Address: Mureșenii Bârgăului, Bistrița-Năsăud. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.
