Schei District & St. Nicholas Church
Șchei / Biserica Sfântul Nicolae
The old Romanian quarter outside the city walls, home to the 15th-century Orthodox St. Nicholas Church and the 'First Romanian School' museum.
In the Middle Ages, Saxons lived inside the walls, while Romanians were confined to the Schei district outside them. The Church of St. Nicholas at the district's centre was begun in the late 15th century and blends Gothic and Baroque elements. Its spire and painted exterior stand out in the valley, and the graveyard is peaceful and beautiful. Beside the church, the 'First Romanian School' museum preserves early Romanian-language books printed by Coresi in the 16th century. Passing through the 19th-century Schei Gate takes you from the old town into the district, a walk of about 10 minutes. The church is free to enter. The museum requires a ticket and is usually closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
Church approx. 08:00–18:00; museum hours vary, check on site
Nearby sights
- Catherine's Gate
- Weavers' Bastion
- Rope Street (Strada Sforii)
- Black Church
- White Tower & Black Tower
- Council Square, Brașov
- Tâmpa Mountain & Cable Car
- Poiana Brașov