Comăna de Sus Travel Guide

City Village in Brașov County, Transylvanian region

A mountain village in Brașov County where hikers hit forest trails, shepherds still fold their sheep, and guesthouses serve polenta and smoked pork. Fortified churches and wood-carved gates punctuate slow afternoons.

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Costs
Budget traveler: $35-60/day
Affordable pensions and inexpensive local meals outside peak times.
Safety
Generally safe, mountain hazards
Generally safe; mountain weather and trail risks apply.
Best Time
May-October
Late spring to early autumn best for hiking and trails.
Time
Weather
Population
2,556
Infrastructure & Convenience
Rural roads, few English signs; car or local taxi recommended.
Popularity
Quiet village tourism-hikers and nature lovers mostly.
Known For
Transylvanian scenery, hiking trails, traditional villages, fortified churches nearby, pastoral landscapes, mountain views, folk traditions, local guesthouses
Comăna de Sus sits in Brașov County near the Făgăraș Mountains, a popular Transylvanian hiking area.

Why Visit Comăna de Sus? #

Comăna de Sus offers a quiet entry into Brașov County’s mountain scenery and Transylvanian village traditions. Proximity to Brașov and Bran means castle visits and mountain trails are easily combined with time in a pastoral setting of wooden houses and local churches. Seasonal markets, sheep cheeses and traditional dishes appear in family inns, and nearby Piatra Craiului or Bucegi trails attract hikers seeking dramatic ridgelines and rural hospitality.

Top Things to Do in Comăna de Sus

All Attractions ›
Don't Miss
  • Comăna de Sus wooden church - Local historic wooden church reflecting traditional carpentry and rural liturgical art.
  • Village viewpoint above the valley - Short climb to a lookout offering panoramic views of surrounding forested hills.
  • Local shepherds' cheese stalls - Seasonal roadside stands selling locally made cheeses and smoked meats from nearby farms.
Hidden Gems
  • Sântilia guesthouse eateries - Family-run guesthouses serving home-style Transylvanian dishes and warm hospitality.
  • Forest mushroom foraging trails - Guided or solo walks in nearby woods during mushroom season, popular with locals.
  • Small alpine meadows - Less-frequented clearings ideal for picnics and observing wildflowers in summer.
Day Trips
  • Brașov - Historic Transylvanian city with Council Square, Black Church and medieval walls nearby.
  • Bran Castle - Famous fortress on the route to Bran, combining history and dramatic mountain setting.

Best Time to Visit Comăna de Sus #

Comăna de Sus near Brașov has a mountain‑influenced climate: cold winters and mild summers. The best visiting window is late spring through early autumn for hiking and sightseeing in comfortable weather.

Winter
December - February · -8-2°C (18-36°F)
Cold, often snowy with short daylight - charming winter scenery but limited outdoor access at times.
Spring & Autumn
March - May & September - November · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Mild, fresh conditions perfect for hiking, castles, and avoiding peak summer crowds.
Summer
June - August · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Warm and pleasant without excessive heat - excellent for outdoor exploration and mountain trails.

Best Time to Visit Comăna de Sus #

Climate

Comăna de Sus's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (590 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 24 mm and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 90 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 24°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-7°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

How to Get to Comăna de Sus

By Air
By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Comăna de Sus #

Comăna de Sus is a small Brașov County village where walking handles most local trips; regional buses connect to Brașov and neighbouring villages but runs can be sparse. A car is the most practical option for visiting surrounding nature and attractions.

Where to Stay in Comăna de Sus #

Budget
Brașov / Bran area - $20-50/night
Comăna de Sus (Brașov) is small; budget rooms are scarce. Travelers usually stay in Brașov city or nearby Bran for affordable guesthouses.
Mid-Range
Brașov / Bran - $50-120/night
Mid-range hotels and family-run pensions are common in Brașov and Bran, offering good access to hikes, castles and rural attractions.
Luxury
Brașov / Sinaia - $120-300+/night
Comăna de Sus lacks luxury hotels. For premium stays, choose boutique mountain hotels and spa properties in Brașov or Sinaia.

Where to Eat in Comăna de Sus #

Nightlife in Comăna de Sus #

Nightlife is very limited-social life revolves around local restaurants and occasional community events. For bars, live music or late-night venues travel into Brașov.

Shopping in Comăna de Sus #

Expect only basic shops for day-to-day needs in the village. For groceries, specialty goods or a larger market look to Brașov and other nearby towns on market days.

Nearby Cities #