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Fiatfalva

Fiatfalva, a small Székely village located along the Upper Nyikó Valley near Székelykeresztúr, is one of Harghita County's hidden tourist gems. Though modest in size, its cultural and historical heritage is remarkably rich: at the heart of the settlement stands one of Transylvania's most significant rural noble residences, the Ugron Mansion. The history of the mansion spans more than half a millennium. Mentioned as early as the 15th century, the estate passed through the hands of several noble families over the centuries, including the Székely, Huszár, Torma, Mikó, Bethlen, and finally the Ugron families. The building took on its current form around 1817 when Miklós Mikó renovated it in Baroque style. In the 1860s, the Ugron family purchased the estate and established a model farm, creating a stud farm, a distillery, and a kitchen garden. The mansion was nationalised in 1949 and subsequently abandoned for decades. Between 2019 and 2024, descendants of the Ugron family carried out a complete restoration: today, it operates as an exclusive accommodation and event centre, featuring period-accurate interiors, a chapel, a cross-vaulted cellar, a landscaped English park, and a Renaissance garden to welcome visitors. Beyond the mansion, Fiatfalva is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful, authentic Székely village atmosphere. The entire village is an excellent example of rural Székelyföld's character: traditional homesteads, well-kept farms, and a friendly, Hungarian-speaking population. The surrounding hilly terrain is perfect for leisurely hikes and cycling, while the nearby Nyikó stream valley exudes natural tranquillity. Fiatfalva's location allows visitors to explore Székelykeresztúr, Székelyudvarhely, or the hidden treasures of the Homoród region in a hub-and-spoke manner. The village is particularly appealing to heritage tourism enthusiasts, art lovers, and travellers looking to escape mass tourism and experience the hospitality of a community that carefully preserves its past.


Arrival

  • Walk
  • Horseback
  • Bike
  • Electric bicycle
  • Bus (rented for the trip)
  • Motorcycle
  • Car

Sights, programs


What will you find here?


Public transport

  • bus

Parking information

  • Free outdoor parking available

Sustainability level

Topic 1: Destination Management 52%

  • Visitor management: 60%
  • Commitment and organization: 0%
  • Design & development: 50%
  • Monitoring and reporting: 50%
  • Legal and ethical compliance: 100%

Topic 2: Nature and landscape 90%

  • Nature and wildlife protection: 100%
  • Nature and conservation: 80%

Topic 3: Environment and climate 43%

  • Land use and pollution: 67%
  • Water management: 40%
  • Energy, sustainable mobility and climate change: 0%
  • Adaptation to climate change: 50%
  • Waste and recycling: 60%

Topic 4: Culture and traditions 88%

  • Cultural heritage: 100%
  • People and traditions: 75%

Topic 5: Social Welfare 45%

  • Health and safety: 100%
  • Local economy: 30%
  • Socio-economic impacts: 0%
  • Community participation: 25%
  • Human dignity: 71%

Topic 6: Business and Communication 61%

  • Business participation: 22%
  • Information and marketing: 100%