'The medieval city of Brașov is the gateway to the region of Transylvania, a land of ancient forests, rustic villages, and the mountain peaks of the Carpathians. With its new airport—the first in Romania in the last 50 years—the land of Dracula is more accessible than ever. Explore the region along the Via Transilvanica trail, a hiking route completed in 2022, stretching 1,400 kilometers from the border with Ukraine to the Danube.

The Terra Saxonum section of the trail passes through Saxon villages and the 12th-century city of Sighișoara, a UNESCO World Heritage site, while the Terra Dacica section winds through vineyards and Dacian fortresses,' the text states.

The U.S. Embassy in Bucharest also commented on this topic.

"Great news from National Geographic! Brașov has been included in the list of 25 places around the world you must visit in 2025.

From medieval fortresses and rich cultural heritages to mountain landscapes and hiking trails, Brașov offers an unforgettable experience for all who visit. Additionally, tourists can take a hike on the Via Transilvanica route, one of the most beautiful trails in the world, which connects the traditions and stunning landscapes of Transylvania.

We are proud to see Romania on the international tourism map!" reads a post on Facebook.

Alongside Brașov, the list includes remarkable locations such as Antigua in Guatemala, Ocala National Forest in Florida, Bangkok in Thailand, Raja Ampat in Indonesia, Guadalajara in Mexico, Los Angeles/California, Kanazawa in Japan, Malaysia, the Cerrado in Brazil, Senegal, New Zealand, Barbados, Cork in Ireland, Sarajevo, and others.

The selection was curated by National Geographic’s explorers, photographers, and editors.

If you want to see which destinations in Brașov to add to your must-visit list soon, read TOP7: tourist attractions in Brașov County.