Top 3 Most Haunted Places in Romania | The Gabaghoul Chronicles

Romania’s rugged mountains, medieval castles, and Dracula lore conceal a chilling side—but for The Gabaghoul crew, it’s the ghostly whispers that make it unforgettable. With a past filled with brutal rulers, witch trials, and eerie legends, Romania’s haunted spots will send shivers down your spine. As of February 2025, here are the top three most haunted places in Romania, perfect for Gabaghoul fans seeking a paranormal thrill this winter. Grab your flashlight and brace for the unknown!

3. Vernescu House (Bucharest) – The Cellar of the Devil

In Bucharest, Vernescu House—known as the “Cellar of the Devil”—is a Gabaghoul favorite with a dark past. This historic building, now a casino, was the site of suicides in the past century, where players lost their fortunes at roulette and took their own lives. Reports claim three ghosts shake furniture, cause air currents, and appear in the hallways, while passersby smell sulfur in the yard. This February’s winter nights amplify its eerie vibe for thrill-seekers.

Vernescu House—where devilish ghosts and sulfur linger. Dare to gamble?

2. Hoia Baciu Forest (Cluj-Napoca) – The World’s Most Haunted Forest

Near Cluj-Napoca, Hoia Baciu Forest is a Gabaghoul gem, dubbed the “Bermuda Triangle of Transylvania.” Famous since 1968 for a UFO sighting, this forest is known for crooked trees, strange lights, and shadowy figures. Visitors report nausea, anxiety, and ghostly voices, with legends of a missing shepherd and his flock, plus a girl who vanished and reappeared years later. In February 2025, its winter silence heightens the paranormal—step in if you dare.

Hoia Baciu Forest—where UFOs and ghosts haunt the trees. Brave the dark?

1. Poenari Castle (Argeș County) – Vlad’s Cursed Fortress

Topping our list, Poenari Castle in the Făgăraș Mountains is The Gabaghoul ultimate Romanian haunt. Once a stronghold of Vlad the Impaler, this ruined fortress is said to be haunted by his wife, who leapt to her death to avoid capture by Turkish invaders, and Vlad’s own restless spirit. Visitors report floating orbs, flashing lights, and eerie presences, especially under February’s moonlit skies. For Gabaghoul fans, it’s a cursed climb—ascend the 1,480 steps if you dare.

Poenari Castle—where Vlad’s ghosts and a tragic wife linger. Enter if you dare!

Why These Haunts?

Romania’s haunted hotspots are drenched in Dracula’s legacy, medieval brutality, and supernatural lore. Vernescu House’s devilish echoes, Hoia Baciu’s paranormal forest, and Poenari Castle’s cursed spirits make them Gabaghoul essentials. Visiting Romania this winter? Skip the vampire tours and hunt these ghosts instead—just don’t expect a warm welcome from the shadows.

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