Johannes Honterus National College, Historic German educational institution in Brașov, Romania.
Johannes Honterus National College is a school in Brașov with three educational levels offering primary, secondary, and high school instruction in German. The buildings are located in the city center and house classrooms, laboratories, and teaching spaces for different subject areas.
The school was founded in 1541 and originally served as an evangelical gymnasium for the German-speaking population of Transylvania. It played a central role in preserving German educational traditions in the region over many centuries.
The school embodies the heritage of the German-speaking community in Transylvania and shapes how its students understand their identity. Teaching in the German language makes it a living center for language preservation and cultural continuity.
The campus sits in the heart of Brașov in a historic neighborhood and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors can view the exterior of the buildings and the courtyard, though it is best to check in advance to avoid class times.
The gymnasium was founded by Johannes Honterus himself, a humanist who left a lasting mark on the city of Brașov. His name and legacy remain connected to this institution and its mission to preserve German-language education.
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