Theresia Bastion, Timișoara

Name: Theresia Bastion
Address: Str. Martin Luther, Timișoara, Romania

#42 among attractions in Timișoara

Forts and castles, Historical place, Art gallery

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Theresia Bastion, named after the Austrian Empress Maria Theresa, is the largest preserved piece of defensive wall of the Austrian-Hungarian fortress of Timișoara. It covers about 1.7 hectares of the city center. It was built between 1732 and 1734. Today it is used as a passage, but it also houses commercial spaces, restaurants, bars, a disco and a library, and two permanent exhibitions of the Museum of Banat, the Information and Communications Technology "Violin – a passion for life", and the Ethnography Museum Village. The bastion is included on the list of historical monuments in the Timiș County with classification code TM-II-m-A-06103.03. ()

Local name: Bastionul Theresia Coordinates: 45°45'25"N, 21°14'1"E

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Str. Martin LutherTimișoara Romania

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Theresia Bastion – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: German State Theatre Timișoara, St. George's Cathedral, Union Square, Cetate Synagogue.

0.4 miSW
Theater
German State Theatre Timișoara, Timișoara
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~890 ftNW
Baroque cathedral with organ music
St. George's Cathedral, Timișoara
5 min walk • St. George's Cathedral, a majestic landmark in the heart of Timișoara, Romania, is a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This impressive church, with its distinctive neo-Gothic style, stands as a beacon of faith and history in the region...
~1170 ftW
Square, Cycling, Bike rental
Union Square, Timișoara
6 min walk • Union Square, known locally as Piața Unirii, is a historic landmark and a quintessential destination in the heart of Timișoara, Romania. This picturesque square is a testament to the city's rich cultural and architectural heritage, with its origins dating back to the...
~1890 ftW
Synagogue
Cetate Synagogue, Timișoara
10 min walk • Nestled within the historic fabric of Timișoara, Romania, the Cetate Synagogue stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and architectural heritage. This majestic synagogue, located in the heart of the city, is an iconic religious structure that has served the...
0.4 miSW
Opera, Concerts and shows, Theater
Romanian National Opera, Timișoara
11 min walk • The Romanian National Opera in Timișoara stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication in the historical city of Timișoara, Romania. This prestigious institution is a testament to the city's rich artistic heritage and its dedication to the performing arts...
~1270 ftW
Square
St. George Square, Timișoara
7 min walk • St. George Square, also known as Piața Sfântul Gheorghe in Romanian, is one of the historic and architectural gems nestled in the heart of Timișoara, Romania. This square is a testament to the city’s rich history and its diverse cultural influences, primarily...
~920 ftSW
45°45'20"N • 21°13'50"E
Bega Shopping Center, Timișoara
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0.4 miSW
Forts and castles, Gothic Revival architecture
Huniade Castle, Timișoara
11 min walk • Huniade Castle, also known as Hunyadi Castle, stands proudly in the heart of Timișoara, Romania, as a historical monument and a testament to the region's rich past. This imposing structure dates back to the 15th century and is considered one of the oldest and most...
~1380 ftS
Park
Ion Creangă Children's Park, Timișoara
7 min walk • Ion Creangă Children's Park is a children's park in Timișoara that bears the name of Romanian children's author Ion Creangă.
0.4 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum of Banat, Timișoara
11 min walk • The Museum of Banat is a museum in Timișoara, Romania, headquartered in Huniade Castle. It was founded in 1872 under the name "Societatea de Istorie și Arheologie". It hosts the largest collection of archaeological objects Banat. The ground floor houses the Parța Neolithic Sanctuary, a unique monument in Europe.
0.4 miW
Square
Timișoara 700 Square, Timișoara
11 min walk • Timișoara 700 Square, colloquially 700 Square, is a square in Timișoara. It got its name in 1966, on the city's 700th anniversary; Timișoara's first documentary mention comes from 1266.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Theresia Bastion?

Nearby attractions include Victor Babeș University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timișoara (4 min walk), St. George's Cathedral, Timișoara (5 min walk), Roman-Catholic Episcopal Museum, Timișoara (5 min walk), Palatul Baroc, Timișoara (6 min walk).

How to get to Theresia Bastion by public transport?

The nearest stations to Theresia Bastion:

Bus

Hector • Lines: E2, M44 (2 min walk)
Bastion • Lines: 46, E4, E4B, M30, M35, M44 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

Bastion • Lines: 11, 17, M11 (3 min walk)
Oituz • Lines: 11, 17, M11 (4 min walk)

Tram

Hotel Continental • Lines: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6a, 6b (3 min walk)
Prefectură • Lines: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6a, 6b (7 min walk)

Ferry

Corneliu Coposu • Lines: V1 (10 min walk)
Vasile Pârvan • Lines: V1 (12 min walk)

Train

Timișoara Est (22 min walk)