On this page we have gathered everything that helps you plan a pilgrimage and get to know the church life of Székely Land: contact details, routes, the feasts of the church year and answers to the most frequently asked questions.
Church Communities
Contact details, addresses and service and Mass times from church communities in Covasna, Harghita and Mureș counties.
Pilgrimage Routes
Featured pilgrimage routes, tips for preparation and practical information for walking pilgrimages.
Featured Sites
Churches, friaries and shrines in three counties – with their history, photos and route planning.
Events Calendar
Pilgrimages, processions, church feasts and festivals – with the most important events of 2027.
Feasts of the Church Year
From 13 January to 31 October: the pilgrimages and feasts of Székely Land in one place, with short explanations.
Online knowledge base
Articles on fortified churches, painted coffered ceilings, Franciscan friaries and religious tourism.
Frequently Asked Questions
Larger town churches and shrines – Csíksomlyó, for example – are usually open during the day. Village churches and fortified churches are often locked: the key is frequently kept at the parish office or by a caretaker living near the church, whose contact details are often posted on the gate. It is worth phoning ahead – we have collected the contact details on our Church Communities page.
There is usually no entrance fee for churches, but at several historic churches – especially for guided visits – a donation or small contribution towards upkeep is requested. It is worth carrying some cash (Romanian lei) for this.
When visiting a church, clothing that covers shoulders and knees is a sign of respect. During services avoid walking around and talking loudly; if a Mass or service is in progress, wait until it ends before looking around.
In many places, yes – but it is not appropriate during services, and in some churches flash photography is not permitted, mainly to protect painted ceilings and murals. If in doubt, ask the caretaker or the minister.
The Whitsun pilgrimage – on 15 May 2027, the Saturday before Pentecost – is the greatest experience, but it draws huge crowds. For a quieter visit, choose a weekday or the titular feast of the church, 2 July. More: The Secrets of Csíksomlyó.
On every featured site's page you will find a Route planning button that shows the route from your location on Google Maps. For pilgrimages of several days, see the Pilgrimage Routes page for ideas and tips on preparation.
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