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3 scenic cycling routes to ride on while at Bethlen Estates Transylvania

Exploring Transylvania’s forests and pastures by bicycle is the best way to take in the scenery.
This is your chance to get immersed into the authentic rural landscape, learn about nature and local communities, and experience traditional crafts, all while getting your exercise in the great outdoors.

2. May 2022

The two designers behind the ‘refined, serene, and effortless luxury’ at Bethlen Estates Transylvania

This month we are celebrating the work of Austrian interior designer Stefanie de Castelbajac and German designer Melanie Etten-Rüppell, with an exclusive interview in which they share their thoughts on our interiors at Bethlen Estates, and what makes them distinctive.

30. March 2022

The joy of a Transylvanian spring

After a long, drawn-out winter, nature, animals, and humans alike salute the coming of spring. The increasingly balmy weather, longer days, and vibrant birdsong that fills the rural landscape as the forests explode into a brilliant emerald green, are scenes to behold during your holiday to Transylvania.

23. February 2022

Meet the renowned sommelier putting Bethlen Estates’ wine list on the map

One of our missions for 2022 is to stock our vaulted cellars with a good selection of some of the finest wines, carefully-curated by a local, renowned sommelier. Our new wine list, together with our vibrant fine dining menu, will delight your senses and bring an extra dash of glamour to your Bethlen Estates experience.

17. January 2022

Top 5 wonderful activities to try in Transylvania during the winter

The morning sun is mellow and pale, the leaves have fallen from the trees and every morning you wake up to notice the fractal patterns of ice flowers in the windows. This can only mean one thing: winter is taking its toll on the south of Transylvania.

2. December 2021

5 Remarkable Castles in Transylvania that you must visit

Known for its history, culture, and natural beauty, Transylvania is an idyllic region full of fascinating stories waiting to be discovered.

2. November 2021

Meet Bethlen Estates’ Chef de Cuisine, Robert Tordai

Following the recent inauguration of our Kitchen Barn, we thought it was high time to introduce you to our head chef Robert.

27. September 2021

What to expect when on a luxury holiday in Transylvania (Romania)?

The end of the summer can bring a certain nostalgia that only travel can cure

23. August 2021

Restoring our heritage Bethlen Estates Transylvania

Restoring our heritage: interview with Levente Birtalan, construction foreman at Bethlen Estates.

Levente’s construction team has been breathing new life into Bethlen Estate’s old buildings for the past six years. With 30 years of experience in building and restoration, he and his team were an ideal fit for our ambitious project in […]

27. July 2021

5 magical Midsummer traditions in rural Romania

To many, Romania is a country marked by mysticism. Considering the old traditions and folk tales that are still alive in the everyday life, this might not come as a surprise. From creative traditional culture to fantastic creatures and witchcraft, […]

15. June 2021