Wander through Sighișoara's still-inhabited medieval citadel with the audio guide on your phone: a map, stories and routes, in 6 languages.
Every sight, themed route and day trip can now be heard in English, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and Romanian. Travelling with friends from abroad? Send them the link in their language.
Routes for 3 hours, a day or a weekend, with realistic timings.
IIIN THE CITADELA map and audio stories, right where they happened.
IIIRIGHT NOWEvents, exhibitions and local life.
IVTASTE LOCALRecommended places, with offers for audio guide users.
Each tower was built and defended by a craftsmen's guild. Of the original fourteen, nine still stand today. You will find them all in the guide.
The symbol of the town; today the History Museum.
02 · BLACKSMITHS' GUILDNext to the Monastery Church.
03 · SHOEMAKERS' GUILDToday it houses a newsroom and a radio station.
04 · TAILORS' GUILDThe citadel's second gate.
05 · TINSMITHS' GUILDDefended by the tinsmiths.
06 · BUTCHERS' GUILDDefended by the butchers' guild.
07 · ROPEMAKERS' GUILDUp by the Church on the Hill; still lived in today.
08 · TANNERS' GUILDDefended by the tanners' guild.
09 · FURRIERS' GUILDDefended by the furriers' guild.
Saxon settlers make their home on Citadel Hill.
The first written mention of the settlement.
The citadel's main gate tower is raised.
According to tradition, he was born here, in the house next to the Clock Tower.
Fire destroys much of the town, which is then rebuilt.
The historic centre becomes a World Heritage Site.
From 30 October to 1 November 2026, Sighișoara's citadel hosts the second edition of Halloween in the Citadel: 3D projections, the Parade of Shadows, fire shows, free guided tours and activities for children. Entry is free.
One of the best-loved places in Sighișoara, known for its welcoming atmosphere, varied menu and very good coffee. House specialities: fried papanași (Dubai style with pistachio cream and kadayif, or classic with sour cream and blueberry jam) and burgers with …
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