Fortified Saxon Churches of
Transylvania
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In the 12th century the
German Saxons arrived in
Transylvania playing a major
role in the development of
powerful strongholds and
fortresses throughout the
region. The influence of the
Saxons of Transylvania, also
known Sasi, heavily increase
the regions economy and
began a cultural evolution.
The spirit of the Saxons can
still be seen today in such
medieval towns as
Brasov,
Sibiu,
Sighisoara, Medias
and Sebes. But the most
impressive mark left by this
culture are the Fortified
Churched scattered through
out the region. See for
yourself below:
BIERTAN
The largest Church-Fortress
with double exterior walls
and heavy doors bringing
alive the medieval spirit.
Once the resident home of
Lutheran Bishops. Inside you
will find a magnificent
gothic altar and the door to
the treasury containing 17
locks. In 1995 Biertan
Church was included in the
UNESCO patrimony. It is
located on the road between
Sighisoara and Medias.
VISCRI
Containing a stone arched
entrance and four upper
levels which can be reached
by the wall carved steps.
The walls have a depth of
five meters which were built
from the nearby river's
stones. Surrounded by an
important Saxon Cemetery
with an astonishing white
and limestone chapel. It is
located on the road between
Sighisoara and Rupea.
PREJMER
Built in 1427 to with stand
the attacks of the Ottomans.
The walls are 14 meters high
and 5 meters thick. Access
to this massive fortress can
be gained through a 5 meter
thick long tunnel. The
church was built in a shape
of a Latin cross in a Gothic
style. Prejmer is located
Northeast of Brasov.
HARMAN
A Roman basilica with Gothic
elements. The west tower,
chapels and water moat still
maintain this era today.
Inside you can find
paintings dated back to the
13th century. Harman is
located 12km Northwest of
Brasov.
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Other Fortified Saxon
Church in Romania
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Hosman
•
Medias
•
Mosna
•
Alma
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