Picture this:
You’re dancing under the stars in a historic castle courtyard, surrounded by breathtaking visuals, top-tier artists, and a crowd that vibes like one big, happy family. Electric Castle is one of the rare festivals that truly runs 24/7—yes, really! From sunrise sets to wild late-night shows, comedy shows to fashion exhibitions, you’ll never run out of things to do.
Here’s the deal:
You don’t just attend Electric Castle - you live it. And once you do, you’ll never want to miss it again.
Don’t take our word. Have a look.
HOW TO GET HERE? EASY!
The festival ground is located 30 km (18 miles) outside Cluj-Napoca, in the village of Bonțida.
There are plenty of ways to get there, so take your time and find the option that suits you best.
Cluj-Napoca is super well connected both inside the country as well as with major European cities through many low-cost flights. Once you're there, you can hitch a ride, rent a car if feeling fancy, hop on a bus, or even choo-choo your way there on a train.
By Plane
Land at Cluj-Napoca International Airport, (airportcluj.ro), just 30 km away. From there, hop on an EC shuttle, a train, a taxi, or an Uber straight to the festival.
By Bus
Non-stop EC shuttle buses run from Cluj-Napoca to the festival and back. No need to stress - just hop on, ride, and repeat!
By EC Train
This is the fastest way to get to the castle! Hop on our dedicated EC Train from Cluj-Napoca's Gara Mică station, taking you straight to Jucu, where an EC bus will take you directly to the festival site. The whole journey takes about one hour.
By CFR Trains
CFR trains run regularly to Bonțida, with just a short walk from the train station to the entrance.
By Car
Driving? We encourage carpooling! Full cars get free parking and can win cool prizes. Standard parking is available with a pre-purchased pass. Ride-sharing? Uber and taxis have a fixed-rate drop-off point.
WHERE DO YOU SLEEP?
Whether you’re all about that festival camping life or you prefer a little more comfort, we’ve got options.
If camping isn’t your thing, Cluj-Napoca has plenty of accommodation options. Just book early - it fills up fast!
In the EC Village
Our camping has all the perks for a comfy 5-day stay: hot showers, clean restrooms, phone charging stations, 24/7 security, coffee shops, food vendors, a dedicated chill zone, sports areas, and even its own stage.
Regular Camping
Classic festival vibes - bring your tent, make new friends, and soak in the EC experience 24/7.
Glamping
Extra comfort, less hassle. Think pre-set tents, wooden cabins, with cozy beds, electricity, and a bit more space.
RV Camping
Prefer to bring your own home on wheels? Just park, plug in, and let the festival magic take over!
One of Romania’s most visited cities, Cluj-Napoca is the heart of Transylvania and the region’s unofficial capital.
A student city filled with art, culture and charm, Cluj-Napoca offers a cool urban atmosphere that will guarantee you an amazing time here.
Walk around the city
Botanical Garden
A 130 years old green oasis in the centre of the city.
Avram Iancu Square
with the Assumption of the Virgin Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Theater and Opera House, the Statue of Avram Iancu.
Cetatuia
A Panoramic View on the city.
Museum Square
with the Franciscan Church and Monastery, Mikes Palace, the Transylvanian History Museum and the Carolina Obelisk.
The walls of Middle Ages
The second fortified enclosure from the 15th century and the Tower of the Tailors.
The Matthias Corvinus House
Where the King of Hungary was born.
The Union Square
with the St. Michael’s Catholic Church (and the view from the Tower), The Matthias Corvinus Statuary, the Aristocratic Palaces (Banffy, Rhedey, Josika, Wass, Filstich-Kemeny) & Shot Pillars (monument erected to honor the Heroes of the 1989 Revolution).
Wolf’s Lane
The Reformed-Calvin Church and the Saint George Statue on one of the most beautiful streets in the city.
Guided tours
You can experience the best of Cluj-Napoca with the help of an expert guide. Discover the hidden gems, learn about the city's past, and mingle with locals to get a true taste of the local way by taking a tour with Cluj Guided Tours. Daily free tours of Cluj-Napoca available from 11 AM and 6 PM, starting from The Union Square and special tours available upon request.
Grab tasty bites
Casa Boema
Brunch, dinner and drinks in a beatuful courtyard.
Bulgakov
Hungarian traditional food.
Motel Gilau
Afternoon lunch on the lakeside.
Cimbru
Good steak and others.
Eggcetera
Brunch Place.
Jaxx
Food, drinks, rock on.
Visuin
Breakfast lunch, dinner and drinks.
Tokyo Japanese Restaurant
Title says it all.
Samsara Foodhouse
Vegan delish.
Marty Restaurants
Lunch and dinner
Cabana Motilor
Going up in the Apuseni mountains and taste local produce.
Tortelli Pasta Bar
Good pasta. Travel fasta.
Marhaba Lebanese
Many flavours. Must try.
Bars & coffee culture
Narcoffee Roasters
Good speciality coffee.
OLIVO Caffe & Bistro
Speciality coffee & brunch.
Beer Wall Cafe
More types of beer than you could drink.
Victor. Fresh to Go
Good speciality coffee.
Atelier Cafe
Cute bar. Nice parties.
The Brewhouse
More types of beer than you could drink in the old city.
LET'S COFFEE
Really good speciality coffee from roasters around the world.
BOOHA BAR
Where Electric Castle was born.
Visuin
Delish cocktails.
Hot Pipes Roastery
Motorsports lovers roasting good coffee.
Demmers Teehaus
Really good tea.
Hemingway
Try their cocktails.
Get out of the city
The Forest-Park Faget
Protected area.
Cluj Adrenalin Park
Adventure park.
Feleacu Hill
The panoramic view of Cluj-Napoca.
Tarnita Lake
Leisure area, trekking to Piatra lui Lucaci.
Belis-Fantanele Lake
Leisure lake in the mountains.
Bike Park Marisel
Downhill bike paths with bike lift system.
Rimetea Village
Traditional well-preserved houses.
Turda Gorges
Carstic formations in the hills.
Turda Salt Mine
Amazing underworld dug over centuries.
Alba Iulia Citadel
Beautifully restored fortress.
Huda lui Papara Cave
Jaw-dropping formations in the Apuseni Mountains Natural Park.
Where to stay
Raven's Nest
The hidden village up in the mountains.
Tiny Transilvania
Tiny homes at Casele Micesti, outside the city.
Black & White Panoramic
Modern cabin near the mountains, in Rimetea.
Zen Apartments
Superior quality accomodation in a quiet area of the city.
Grand apartment
Immerse in the old city atmosphere.
Camino Home
Cozy and beautiful accomodations in the city centre.
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