St. Nicholas Church, Brașov

Church Gothic Orthodox church in Brașov's historic district

St. Nicholas Church in Brașov stands in the city’s old quarters as an Orthodox parish known for interior frescoes and regular services; visitors combine a visit with Brașov’s historic streets.

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St. Nicholas Church is an historic Orthodox church in the Schei district of Brașov, Romania, notable as one of the city’s older parish churches with medieval origins. The building retains elements from its long history and is a local religious and cultural site.

The church interior contains traditional Orthodox features and later-period decorative work, and it forms part of the historic fabric of the Schei quarter. It is commonly visited in combination with nearby historic sites in Brașov’s city centre.

The church originated in the medieval period and has undergone repairs and restorations over successive centuries, reflecting the changing needs of the parish and conservation efforts. It continues to serve as an active place of worship within the Romanian Orthodox tradition.

It stands in the Schei neighbourhood of Brașov, in Brașov County, a short walk from the historic main square and the Black Church.

  • Central location: Located in the Schei quarter of Brașov, it stands close to Piața Unirii and within easy walking distance of the Black Church and the old town.
St. Nicholas Church, Brașov
45.6360, 25.5806

How to Get to St. Nicholas Church, Brașov #

Located within Brașov’s historic centre; walkable from the main square (Piața Sfatului) and reachable by local buses and taxis.

Tips for Visiting St. Nicholas Church, Brașov #

  • Explore the surrounding medieval streets of Brașov after visiting the church for a fuller sense of regional history.
  • Notice the painted interior panels and local iconography that mix Orthodox and regional artistic traditions.
  • Check local guides for any seasonal services or concerts that open the church's doors beyond worship hours.

Best Time to Visit St. Nicholas Church, Brașov #

Visit in late spring through early autumn for the most comfortable urban exploration; interior access varies with services.

Summer
June-August · 15-28°C
Best weather for walking the medieval centre and hiking nearby hills.
Spring / Autumn
April-May, September-October · 8-20°C
Quieter and pleasant for sightseeing with fewer tourist groups.

Weather & Climate near St. Nicholas Church, Brașov #

Climate

St. Nicholas Church, Brașov'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 23°C. Moderate rainfall (599 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-28°
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°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
1.6 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 25 mm and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 21°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 23°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
1.7 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 (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

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