• Rupea Fortress (Romanian: Cetatea Rupea, German: Burg Reps, Hungarian: Kőhalmi vár) is a medieval fortress built by Transylvanian Saxons in the Kingdom of Hungary...
  • Two years ago, I heard the news that Rupea Fortress was reopened for visitors, after three years of heavy restoration works.
  • First mentioned in 1324, Rupea Fortress extends on almost 11 hectares.
  • Rupea Citadel in Romania is a hidden gem with a rich history. ... When we visit the fortress in the internal court an ceramic artist was working on his pottery.
  • The Fortress existed before as the center of the medieval Seat of Rupea in Transylvania.
  • Throughout history, the Rupea fortress served as a refuge for the people of the surrounding villages during the repeated attacks of the Tatars and Turks.
  • From the DN13, you can clearly see Rupea’s imposing hilltop fortress looming high above the town.
  • The once majestic fortress was left in a state of disrepair, reflecting the challenging times faced by the town of Rupea.
  • Homorod Baths are located at a distance of about 60 kilometers from Rupea Fortress and is distinguished by the presence of numerous mineral water springs.