What Can You Visit on a Weekend in Gura Humorului?

Here we are in the last days of summer 2022. Although you are very excited about the autumn season, you still want to enjoy a few more moments of August. And what could be nicer than planning a new trip, in the north of the country, to Gura Humorului?

According to its residents, this town is considered a "true symbol" of Bukovina. Historically, Gura Humorului has been a recognised locality since the time of Stephen the Great.

It is a remarkable religious centre in Romania, thanks to the two monasteries on its territory: Voroneț Monastery and Humor Monastery.

Below you will find out which tourist attractions you can visit on a weekend in Gura Humorului.

Humor Monastery is among the most important sights in the area. An outstanding religious building, it was built in 1530, on the initiative of the great logothete Toader Bubuiog. Architecturally, the influences of the Moldavian style stand out, and the predominant shade of the interior and exterior paintings is red, which highlights the whole place of worship. An impressive number of pilgrims choose to visit Humor Monastery every year, where the miraculous icon of the Mother of God is kept.

Voroneț Monastery is one of the best-known monasteries in the whole country. Every visitor is eager to discover with their own eyes the beauty of the monastic ensemble and to see the well-known "Voroneț Blue", a shade unique in the world.

Voroneț Monastery was built on the orders of the best-known ruler of Moldavia, Stephen the Great, in 1488.

It is worth knowing that the whole building was completed in only 3 months and 3 weeks. Sounds truly impressive, doesn’t it?

The first abbot of Voroneț Monastery was none other than Daniil Sihastrul, the renowned spiritual father of Moldavia.

At Voroneț you can discover original architectural elements preserved since the 15th century. The monastery is part of the UNESCO heritage, a true masterpiece of Romania.

Read also: Voroneț Monastery, symbol of the Bukovina region

The little mountain town will also fascinate you with its outstanding natural setting. You can take a chairlift ride, and the view is truly impressive.

The clean air, the proud mountains and the different plant species turn Gura Humorului into a dream location. How about disconnecting from daily stress and enjoying a few moments of calm, right at the foot of the mountains?

You can wake up in the morning and enjoy your coffee listening to the birds chirping and looking at the clear sky.

Then you can set out on a short mountain hike, to admire the beauties of nature and enjoy the relaxation. The "Măgura Peak" trail can be completed in about 2 hours, while you reconnect with the mountain’s positive energy.

Are you a dynamic person who always wants to try new things? Then opt for a visit to the Arinis Complex. Here you will have a swim in the indoor or outdoor pools, making the most of the last days of summer.