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Sucevița Monastery

Sucevița, Romania

History

The largest of the painted monasteries, a fortified complex from the late 16th century whose north wall shows the Ladder of Virtues. The road from Moldovița crosses a scenic pass with a viewpoint.

Nearest town
Sucevița, Romania
Category
History & culture
GPS
47.7780, 25.7110

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Romania: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Campinng CăprioaraCampsite
    22 km from Sucevița Monastery
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  • Pensiunea & camping CristianaCampsite
    22 km from Sucevița Monastery
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  • ButuceaCampsite
    23 km from Sucevița Monastery
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All campsites in Romania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Sucevița Monastery?

Sucevița Monastery is in Sucevița, Romania, at GPS 47.7780, 25.7110. It is about 43 km from Suceava.

Can you camp near Sucevița Monastery?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Campinng Căprioara, about 22 km away; within 25 km there are 3 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Sucevița Monastery?

Sucevița Monastery is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Bicaz Gorges and the painted monasteries of Bucovina.

What is there to see near Sucevița Monastery?

Places worth a stop nearby: Moldovița Monastery (17 km), Humor Monastery (23 km), Voroneț Monastery (31 km) and Prislop Pass (66 km).

When is the best time to visit Sucevița Monastery?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)