About Corvin Castle

Corvin Castle was built in the Renaissance and Gothic style, with new wings and buildings added until 1480. It became widely recognized as the most impressive building in Eastern Europe.


This castle was constructed with high defensive towers, bastions, and double-walled fortifications. In 15th-century Romania it was quite innovative to include both circular and rectangular towers, which were used to keep larger weapons. Three of the towers were used as prisons, which may be where Vlad “the Impaler” was kept. Stone sculptures decorate the high balconies. Great feasts were once held in the Knight’s Hall. 


Also known as Hunyadi Castle, it may also have been part of the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s “Dracula”. It has been the filming location for “Ghost Adventures”, “Most Haunted Live!” and “The Nun.” Whether it’s Vlad you’re looking for, or perhaps a ghost of one of the prisoners who dug the well, this castle is sure to captivate the imagination.


Corvin Castle is everything a 15th-century castle should be: imposing and impressive.


Must See

  • There are many places which you can visit nearby Corvin castle , let me down a few here 
  • Danube Delta
  • Sibiu
  • Museum of Dacian and Roman Civilisation
  • Fortress of Deva
  • Retezat National Park
  • The Citadel Alba-Carolina
  • Sarmizegetusa Regia
  • Stairs Passage
  • Salina Turda
  • Muzeul Național Brukenthal
  • Apuseni Natural Park

How to reach

Wondering how can you reach Corvin castle , well you can either take a bus, or even a taxi whatever is convenient for you, However the easiest is first you'll have to take a 3-hour bus from Sibiu to Deva, and from there you can catch another right outside the train station for a 40-minute ride to the town of Hunedoara. Finally, wave down a taxi to get to the castle itself.

Tips

  • Try to start your day as early as possible to beat the crowd and heat.
  • Do not forget your camera for that perfect picture.
  • Make sure you book your tickets well in advance online.
  • This gothic-style castle also has some interesting stories behind it, It is said that the prison also had a bear pit, where the prisoners were kept.
  • The ones who are into this fairytale castles this one is a must-visit.
     

Visit Time

Sunday        9:00a.m. to  8:30 p.m. 
Monday      9:00a.m. to  8:30 p.m. 
Tuesday      9:00a.m. to  8:30 p.m. 
Wednesday   9:00a.m. to  8:30 p.m. 
Thursday     9:00a.m. to  8:30 p.m. 
Friday        9:00a.m. to  8:30 p.m. 
Saturday    9:00a.m. to  8:30 p.m. 

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Waiting Time

Yes because of the long queue which can be avoided if you buy tickets online in advance

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

The entry fee to Corvin castle to adults is 30 RON and to take photos is an additional 5 RON, 

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

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