Carpenters’ Tower, Sibiu

Name: Carpenters’ Tower
Address: Sibiu, Romania

#16 among attractions in Sibiu

Tower

Gallery (6)

Map

Gallery

Facts and practical information

The Carpenter's Tower in Sibiu is a tower built in the 14th century by the Saxon guild of carpenters in the city of Sibiu. The tower was part of the third belt of fortifications of the city. The Dulgherilor Tower is the northernmost of the three towers on Citadel Street.

The third enclosure of the fortifications of the medieval city of Sibiu, which includes the defensive towers, the Dulgherilor Tower, the Olarilor Tower, the Archbuzier Tower, the Gate Tower and the courtyards built between 1357-1366, was included on the List of Historical Monuments of Sibiu County in 2004, with the classification code SB-II-m-A-12010.03.

Coordinates: 45°47'39"N, 24°9'12"E

Address

Sibiu Romania

ContactAdd

Social media

Add

Sibiu

Day trips

Carpenters’ Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Brukenthal National Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Sibiu Lutheran Cathedral, Annunciation Church.

~1050 ftNW
Art collections in a baroque palace
Brukenthal National Museum, Sibiu
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sibiu, Romania, the Brukenthal National Museum stands as a testament to the cultural and historical tapestry of Transylvania. This venerable institution, housed within the Baroque palace of Baron Samuel von Brukenthal, the Habsburg governor of...
~1280 ftW
Byzantine church with frescoes and a store
Holy Trinity Cathedral, Sibiu
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sibiu, Romania, the Holy Trinity Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and architectural beauty. This monumental church, constructed in the Byzantine style with distinct Romanian features, was consecrated in 1906 and has since been a central...
~1530 ftNW
Historic church with a lookout tower
Sibiu Lutheran Cathedral, Sibiu
8 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Sibiu, Romania, the Sibiu Lutheran Cathedral stands as a stunning testament to Gothic architecture and the city's rich cultural heritage. This imposing church, also known as the Evangelical Cathedral, dominates the skyline with its...
0.5 miSW
Church, Cemetery
Annunciation Church, Sibiu
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sibiu, Romania, the Annunciation Church stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry and architectural splendor. This sacred edifice, with its striking features, serves as a beacon of spirituality and a monument of cultural...
~1150 ftNW
Church, Baroque architecture
Jesuit Church, Sibiu
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sibiu, Romania, stands the Jesuit Church, a testament to Baroque architecture and a beacon of historical and religious significance. This imposing structure, also known as the Church of the Holy Trinity, was erected in the early 18th century...
~1350 ftNW
Museum, Vernacular architecture
ASTRA National Museum Complex, Sibiu
7 min walk • "ASTRA" National Museum Complex is a museum complex in Sibiu, Romania, which gathers under the same authority four ethnology and civilisation museums in the city, a series of laboratories for conservation and research, and a documentation centre. It is the successor of the ASTRA Museum that has existed in the city since 1905.
0.7 miNW
Church, Baroque architecture
Church between the Fir trees, Sibiu
18 min walk • The Church between the Fir trees, otherwise the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, is a Romanian Orthodox church located at 17 Reconstrucției Street, Sibiu, Romania.
~1000 ftN
Memorial
Lutsch House, Sibiu
5 min walk • The Lutsch House is a historic monument located in the Grand Square of Sibiu, Transylvania, Romania. It uses the code name 143469.91 in the National Archaeological Repertory of Romania.
0.7 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Steam Locomotives Museum, Sibiu
18 min walk • The Steam Locomotives Museum is a railway museum in Sibiu, Romania. It houses a collection of steam locomotives and engines. Inaugurated in 1994, the museum comprises 23 standard gauge locomotives, 10 narrow gauge locomotives, 3 snowploughs and 2 steam cranes. 7 of these...
~1440 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Radu Stanca National Theatre, Sibiu
7 min walk • The Radu Stanca National Theatre is a theatre in Sibiu, Romania, which began construction in 1788. It is one of the longest-standing theatres in Romania and one of the main structures that have contributed to the rise of the Sibiu International Theatre Festival.
~630 ftSW
Concert hall, Concerts and shows, Theater
Thalia Hall, Sibiu
4 min walk • The Thalia Hall is a theatre and concert hall situated in Sibiu, Romania. As of October 7, 2004, the hall serves as the new location of the State Philharmonic of Sibiu.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Carpenters’ Tower?

Nearby attractions include Muzeul De Istorie Naturala, Sibiu (1 min walk), Potters’ Tower, Sibiu (2 min walk), Natural History Museum, Sibiu (3 min walk), Arquebusiers' Tower, Sibiu (4 min walk).

How to get to Carpenters’ Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Carpenters’ Tower:

Bus

Muzeul de Științe Naturale • Lines: 10, 118, 12, 13, 17, 2, 5 (2 min walk)
Nufărul • Lines: 10, 118, 12, 13, 17, 2, 5 (4 min walk)

Train

Sibiu (15 min walk)
Atelier Zona (30 min walk)