Drakula Park: “Transylvanian Disneyland” to be built in Romania!
Csíkszereda (Miercurea Ciuc) in Transylvania, Romania, is set to gain a new tourist attraction: Drakula Park—dubbed the “Transylvanian Disneyland”—is slated for completion by 2027 on a 25.6-hectare site in the Zsögödfürdő district.
The development is poised to become one of the largest and most unique theme parks in Central and Eastern Europe, with a total budget of EUR 56 million. It was spearheaded by András Lénárd, founder of Csíki Beer, and will include the expertise of the Italian company Antonio Zamperla Spa.
Transylvanian Disneyland
The park’s theme will evoke the world of 14th–15th century medieval Transylvania, where visitors will encounter legends like King Matthias and Dracula, experience scenes of Ottoman and Tatar sieges, and explore the diverse cultural heritage of the region’s four major groups: Székely, Saxon, Romanian, and Roma communities. Attractions will include a castle reminiscent of Hunedoara Castle, Székely and Saxon village sections, a Roma camp, and an Ottoman siege camp.
Classic amusement park features such as roller coasters, carousels, and haunted houses will be built in traditional local architectural styles, blending entertainment with historical authenticity.
More than just a tourist draw, Drakula Park is expected to have a wide-ranging economic and social impact on Csíkszereda. The project is set to create 220 new jobs, and according to Lénárd in an interview with Székelyhon, the park anticipates roughly 600,000 visitors annually, potentially boosting the town’s economy.
Mayor Attila Korodi emphasised that the involvement of the Italian partner guarantees quality, but also noted that the city faces major infrastructure challenges. As such, the local government plans to sign a memorandum of understanding to support the project, according to Szereda.ro.
In the second phase of development, accommodations and a bear sanctuary will be built on land owned by the Csíkszentkirály Communal Association. A cable car will connect the sanctuary to the park, allowing visitors to observe wild bears from above, further enhancing the unique experience.
Meanwhile, the town of Parajd has made an appeal of its own: more than 400 entrepreneurs and residents have petitioned Lénárd to consider relocating the park to Parajd. The town already receives over 700,000 tourists annually and boasts well-developed infrastructure. Locals believe the investment could help revitalise their region, especially in light of the recent salt mine disaster that has left the community in a difficult situation.
However, Lénárd responded that while relocation is theoretically possible, the Drakula Park project is already tied to Csíkszereda through millions of euros in investment and a year and a half of planning. He summed up his position with the Latin phrase: “In necessariis unitas, in dubiis libertas, in omnibus caritas”—meaning, “Unity in necessaries; liberty in doubts; charity in all”.
The construction of Drakula Park is expected to mark a major milestone for both Csíkszereda and the Szeklerland region, promising not only economic benefits for the local community but also an immersive cultural and historical experience for visitors.
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