Bistrița

Bistrița is a town in Bistrița-Năsăud County in northeastern Romania, positioned between two mountain ranges. The built-up area includes residential quarters, commercial streets, and structures from various periods mixed throughout.

The town was first recorded in 1264 and grew into a trading center during the Middle Ages. Over the centuries, different populations shaped how the settlement developed and how buildings were constructed.

The town displays its medieval heritage through preserved buildings where locals and visitors move through spaces shaped by centuries of settlement. The streets and churches carry traces of multiple communities that have called this place home.

The town offers year-round access to public facilities and services, with most administrative buildings located in the downtown area. Visitors will find shops, restaurants, and accommodations scattered across different neighborhoods.

The town preserves a notable blend of street layouts from medieval times mixed with modern additions from the last century. This transition between periods becomes visible as you walk through the different quarters.

Location: Bistrița-Năsăud County

Inception: June 16, 1264

Capital city: Bistrița

Elevation above the sea: 356 m

Address: Piața Centrală nr.6 Bistrița, 420040

Phone: +40263224706

Email: primaria@primariabistrita.ro

Website: https://primariabistrita.ro

GPS coordinates: 47.13333,24.48333

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:24