Castelul Peleș

Built between 1873 and 1914 as the summer residence of King Carol I, Peleș Castle in Sinaia is considered one of the most beautiful palaces in Europe and a statement of German Renaissance style at the foot of the Bucegi mountains. Its silhouette of pointed towers, wooden balconies and ornate façades emerges from a forest of conifers at the end of an elegant driveway. The interior overwhelms: more than one hundred and seventy rooms, walnut-carved panelling, stained glass, armour, art collections and one of the first electrical and air-conditioning systems in a European palace.

The hall of honour with its movable glass ceiling, the library with a secret passage and the armoury are unforgettable. Around it, the park with terraces, statues and fountains completes the mood. Check the schedule and any closing days before visiting.