Saschiz is located in the southeastern part of the Târnava Plateau, at the foot of wooded hills, 20 km from the city of Sighișoara on the European road E60 and 100 km from Brașov. Village info: Attested in the early 14th century, the settlement of Saschiz (Keisd) was successively populated mostly by Hungarians, Saxons, and Romanians. It's a place full of history and mystery, with fascinating local legends and medieval monuments that preserve authenticity.

The fortified church of Saschiz, built between 1493-1525 in late Gothic style, has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage since 1999. The visiting hours are as follows:

May–October: daily, 09:00–18:00

November–April: daily, 09:00–16:30 For guided tours or to obtain keys, you can contact Mrs. Dorothea Batea-Ziegler at the following phone numbers: +40 265 711 755 and +40 748 707 930. The address is Saschiz, no. 497. Don't miss out: The church resembles the Clock Tower in Sighișoara, and its visiting schedule offers you the opportunity to explore this wonderful architectural treasure.

Visit the Saschiz Pottery Workshop to discover the art of clay and blue pottery typical of this region. Visits are by appointment at Main Street no. 166 Saschiz, Mureș, or by phone at 0265 711 733 or email info@discovertarnavamare.org.

Also, don't forget to stop by the tourist information center near the church for maps and useful information about the area, as well as to purchase local products. The center is open from Tuesday to Sunday, between 09:00 and 17:00.

To rent bikes and explore MTB trails or participate in the #TBTRace competition, you can call 0720 258 866 or visit https://tbtrace.ro/traseu-tbt-race/.

Don't miss out on the Tei Tea House for delicious desserts and bike rentals. The schedule is Wednesday to Friday from 10:00 to 19:00, and on weekends from 10:00 to 20:00, at Main Street no. 302 Saschiz, Mureș, and the phone number is 0 740 159 484.

Additionally, the Rhubarb Festival, organized on the first weekend of May, is an event not to be missed to discover local flavors and authentic traditions.

In the village, you have several accommodation options. Find our recommendations here.