UMT–Pădurea Verde, Timișoara

#74 among attractions in Timișoara

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UMT–Pădurea Verde is a district of Timișoara located near the Green Forest and the former Timișoara Mechanical Plants. Founded in 1960 by the merger of two factories in the city, the Timișoara Mechanical Plants were bought in 2018 by Continental AG, a German multinational automotive manufacturer which has been operating since the early 2000s near the former industrial platform. The Banat Village Museum and the Zoological Garden are located in this district. ()

Coordinates: 45°46'16"N, 21°15'22"E

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UMT–Pădurea Verde – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trajan Square, Fabric Synagogue, Millennium Church, Water Tower in Fabric.

1 miS
Square
Trajan Square, Timișoara
25 min walk • Trajan Square, nestled in the heart of Timișoara, Romania, is a historic and cultural hub that exudes the charm of this vibrant city. Known for its unique blend of architectural styles and its importance in local history, Trajan Square is a focal point for both...
1.2 miSW
Synagogue
Fabric Synagogue, Timișoara
30 min walk • Nestled in the culturally rich city of Timișoara, Romania, stands the Fabric Synagogue – an emblem of the once-thriving Jewish community and a testament to the city's diverse historical tapestry. This architectural gem, though no longer serving its original...
1.1 miS
Church, Romanesque revival architecture
Millennium Church, Timișoara
28 min walk • The Millennium Church, a beacon of spirituality in Timișoara, Romania, stands as an architectural masterpiece and an emblem of the city's diverse cultural fabric. Dedicated to the Holy Trinity, this stunning church was built to commemorate a thousand years of...
0.4 miSW
Memorial
Water Tower in Fabric, Timișoara
12 min walk • The Water Tower in Fabric stands as a historical monument and an architectural landmark in the city of Timișoara, Romania. Located in the Fabric district, this tower is a testament to the city's industrial past and its development into a modern urban center.
1.6 miSW
Park
Ion Creangă Children's Park, Timișoara
43 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.
0.9 miNE
Basic zoo with European animals
Zoo, Timișoara
24 min walk • Timișoara Zoological Garden is a 6.34-hectare zoo in Timișoara, Romania, located in the northeastern part of the city, near the Green Forest. It was originally opened in 1986 with 30 species of animals, mostly local to Romania.
1.5 miSW
Forts and castles, Historical place, Art gallery
Theresia Bastion, Timișoara
38 min walk • 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.
0.7 miNE
45°46'45"N • 21°15'51"E
Banat Village Museum, Timișoara
18 min walk • Museum, History museum, Music venue
1.3 miSE
Neighbourhood
Ghiroda Nouă, Timișoara
34 min walk • Ghiroda Nouă is a district of Timișoara, located in the eastern part of the city, north of the Bega Canal. Originally called Colonia Crișan, the area was populated around 1750, when there was a rice mill here. It was annexed to Timișoara in 1949.
1.3 miSW
Universities and schools
Victor Babeș University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timișoara
35 min walk • Victor Babeș University of Medicine and Pharmacy is a state university in Timișoara. The university was founded on 30 December 1944 by decree of the then King of Romania Michael I. There are three faculties within UMFT: Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy.
~1890 ftSE
Neighbourhood
Modern, Timișoara
10 min walk • Modern is a district in eastern Timișoara. It was built between 1970–1990.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to UMT–Pădurea Verde?

Nearby attractions include Modern, Timișoara (10 min walk), Water Tower in Fabric, Timișoara (12 min walk), Banat Village Museum, Timișoara (18 min walk), Zoo, Timișoara (24 min walk).

How to get to UMT–Pădurea Verde by public transport?

The nearest stations to UMT–Pădurea Verde:

Tram

Umt • Lines: 1, 2, 5 (2 min walk)
Stația Meteo • Lines: 1, 2, 5 (4 min walk)

Bus

Umt • Lines: 46 (2 min walk)
Atlassib (11 min walk)

Trolleybus

Piața Virgil Economu • Lines: 11, M11 (12 min walk)
Renașterii • Lines: 11, M11 (14 min walk)

Train

Timișoara Est (17 min walk)

Ferry

Mihai Viteazul • Lines: V1 (20 min walk)
Dacia • Lines: V1 (21 min walk)