Rupea
City in Brașov, Romania
Overview
Rupea is a quaint town in Brașov County, renowned for its medieval fortress perched on a dramatic hill. The city offers a blend of rural charm, historic architecture, and friendly locals, making it an appealing stop on northern Transylvania routes. While small, its relaxed pace and scenic landscapes attract history buffs and nature enthusiasts alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Romania
Department
Brașov
Population
4,907
Time Zone
Europe/Bucharest
Coordinates
46.03°, 25.22°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$790
Local Cost
$550
Local Income
$600
Cashless
35
English
30
Temperature
9.0°C
Summer Avg
20.0°C
Winter Avg
-2.4°C
Record High
38.2°C
Record Low
-29.4°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
713 mm
Internet Speed
3 Mbps
Upload
84 Mbps
Latency
46 ms
City Vibrancy
10
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
9
Transport
30
Walk Score
30
Footways
59.0
Airport
GHV
Distance
43 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 45/100.