Sibiu Old Town and Large Square
Sibiu, Romania
The Large Square is the heart of a Transylvanian Saxon old town, lined with baroque facades and the 'eyes' of the attic windows. Walk on to the Lower Town and the Bridge of Lies; park outside the centre.
Sibiu, formerly Hermannstadt, was founded in the 12th century by Transylvanian Saxon settlers and is regarded as the largest and wealthiest of the towns founded by the Saxons. In 2007 it was European Capital of Culture. Most of the main sights lie around the Large Square (Piața Mare), which leads into the smaller Little Square (Piața Mică). Here stands the Brukenthal Palace with the Brukenthal National Museum, the oldest museum in Romania, opened to the public in 1817. The tower of the Lutheran cathedral is 73 metres high, and the Council Tower gives you an all-round view of the town.
Typical are the dormer windows that look like the “eyes” of the houses. According to a common explanation, the Liars' Bridge got its name from a mix-up with “Liegenbrücke” (“lying bridge”). Walk on from there into the Lower Town. Park outside the centre.
- Nearest town
- Sibiu, Romania
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 45.7978, 24.1520
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Romania: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Sibiu City CampingCampsite4 km from Sibiu Old Town and Large SquareTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping AnanasCampsite11 km from Sibiu Old Town and Large SquareTentsCaravansWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Camping RotariiCampsite18 km from Sibiu Old Town and Large Square
- Palatul BrukenthalCampsite19 km from Sibiu Old Town and Large Square
- SălișteancaCampsite20 km from Sibiu Old Town and Large SquareElectricityWi-Fi
- Moo Moo Retreat CampingCampsite22 km from Sibiu Old Town and Large Square
All campsites in Romania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Sibiu Old Town and Large Square?
Sibiu Old Town and Large Square is in Sibiu, Romania, at GPS 45.7978, 24.1520. It is about 54 km from Alba Iulia.
Can you camp near Sibiu Old Town and Large Square?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Sibiu City Camping, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 11 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Sibiu Old Town and Large Square?
Places worth a stop nearby: ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization (9 km), Transfăgărășan (42 km), Biertan Fortified Church (48 km) and Alba Carolina Citadel (54 km).
When is the best time to visit Sibiu Old Town and Large Square?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)