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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Bran, Brașov County, Romania — at the edge of Transylvania’s forests

Bran Castle: opening times, tours & visitor info

Find typical opening hours, seasonal changes, and advice on the best windows to visit for fewer crowds and better weather.

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Regular Opening Hours
DayHoursStatus
Monday12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Open
Tuesday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Wednesday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Thursday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Friday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Saturday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Sunday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Seasonal Timetable

High Season (Spring–Summer)

04/01 – 09/30

09:00 AM - 06:00 PM (Mon: 12:00 PM start)

Open

Low Season (Autumn–Winter reduced hours)

10/01 – 03/31

09:00 AM - 04:00 PM (Mon: 12:00 PM start)

Open
Monthly Timetable

Peak Tourism (July)

09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Open

Peak Tourism (August)

09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Open

Halloween Season (high demand, winter hours)

09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Open
Specific Date Ranges

Extended Summer Hours (August)

08/01 – 08/31

09:00 AM - 07:30 PM (Mon: 12:00 PM start)

Open

Christmas Eve Early Closure

12/24/2026 – 12/24/2026

09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Open

New Year’s Eve Early Closure

12/31/2026 – 12/31/2026

09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Open
Special Events & Holidays

New Year's Day

01/01

10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Open

Christmas Day

12/25

10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Open

Halloween Night Event

10/31

Special evening access (event-based, not standard visit)

Open
Important Information

Evening events and after‑hours visits may operate under separate rules; check start times carefully so you don’t miss scheduled access.

Spring and autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds; early morning light is excellent for photography, while late afternoon brings warm tones to the stonework.

Book in advance during holidays and themed weekends. Small‑group guided tours and evening experiences sell out quickly.

Entry rules for regional museum passes vary — confirm whether a given pass covers Bran Castle or only certain historic sites in Brașov County.