Biertan Fortified Church, Transylvania, Romania

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Largest and oldest saxon fortified church

Greatest Saxon fortified church from XV century, in Transylvania. The altar piece is one of the oldest painted tryptich and there is also an amazing lock piece on the sacristy door as well as many sculpted figures of the local personalities of the time. There was a local exhibit of art tiles from a local factory as well. The surrounding village and nature are impressive.
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Central Square, Biertan 557045 Romania

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+40 269 868 262

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http://romaniatourism.com/castles-fortresses-romania-biertan-fortified-church.html

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  • 5118val 5:00 PM Dec 31, 2019
    Lots of fascinating history.
    The Church is perched high on a hill in the middle of the village. Walking to the church we passed a number of stalls and I stopped to watch a man hand carving bowls, the items were reasonably priced. The Lutheran Church dates back to the late 15th century has a beauty in the simplicity of the interior decoration. It features painted pews, a pulpit carved from a single piece of stone and an organ. There is an ingenious lock that protects the most valuable goods of the church. We found having a knowledgeable guide really beneficial explaining the history attached to the church.
  • 5mrstraveller1 5:00 PM Oct 28, 2021
    Worthwhile Trip
    Both the village, first documented in 1283 & the fortified church are well worth the trip. The latter has a nominal entry fee & towers over the charming, rustic houses & vineyards of UNESCO listed Biertan, amazing views. In addition to the main church there are a handful of points of interest including the Bishops Tower which houses the gravestones of Saxon Evangelical Bishops, reached via a rickety wooden staircase. Also, as legend has it, a tiny, frugally equipped room known as the Marital Prison, where for 300 years, couples seeking divorce were sent to by Bishops to resolve their issues, for up to 6 weeks. Saxon church records allege a success rate of just 1 divorce in 300 years!!

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