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Bran Castle (Dracula Castle), Bran, Romania

Perched high in the Carpathian Mountains, Bran Castle is often called “Dracula’s Castle.” The turrets, shadowy halls, and fog-covered forests make it the perfect setting for a vampire legend. Don’t miss the eerie dungeon displays and the secret stairway said to be haunted by whispers.

How to get there:

Take a FlixBus to Brașov, a beautiful medieval city in Transylvania. You can get to Brașov easily with FlixBus from Bucharest in about 4h, from Sibiu in 2:40h and from Cluj-Napoca in 4:25h. From Brașov’s Bus Terminal, catch a local bus to Bran (about 45 minutes)

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Heilstätten Beelitz (Berlin’s Abandoned Sanatoriums), Berlin, Germany

This sprawling complex once treated tuberculosis patients and later served as a WWII hospital. Today, its crumbling corridors, peeling paint, and empty wards give off an unmistakable chill. Many say the spirits of soldiers and patients still wander here.

How to get there:

Arrive in Berlin with FlixBus or FlixTrain, then take a regional train or local bus to Beelitz-Heilstätten. FlixBus offers regular connections to Berlin from Poznań in 3:50h, from Szczecin in 2h and from Prague in 4h. You can also take the FlixTrain to Berlin from Frankfurt- Süd Station in 4:17h, from Hamburg in 2:24h and from Dusseldorf in about 5h.

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The Catacombes de Paris, Paris, France

Beneath the streets of Paris lies a maze filled with the bones of more than six million people. The tunnels stretch for miles and are dimly lit, silent, and heavy with history.

How to get there:

Take a FlixBus directly to Paris from Brussels in 4h, from Luxembourg in 5:10h and from Frankfurt in 8h.

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The Edinburgh Vaults , Edinburgh, Scotland

Beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town lie a network of 18th-century vaults once used by merchants and smugglers. These dark chambers are now famous for ghost sightings and mysterious sounds. Many visitors report encounters with “Mr. Boots,” a spirit known for stomping through the tunnels in heavy shoes.

How to get there:

Head to Edinburgh, which is easily reachable with FlixBus from Glasgow in 1:24h, from Perth in 1:15h or from Newcastle in 2:35h.

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Church of Ghosts, Luková, Czech Republic

In a small Czech village sits St. George’s Church, an abandoned chapel now filled with ghostly figures cloaked in white. The haunting art installation by Jakub Hadrava represents the spirits of former parishioners who once worshiped there.

How to get there:

Take a FlixBus to Plzeň, then travel by regional bus or train onward to Luková. FlixBus gets you to Plzeň in 1h from Prague, in 2:20h from Nuremburg and in 2h from Regensburg.

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Moosham Castle (Witches’ Castle), Unternberg, Austria

Moosham Castle, also known as “The Witches’ Castle,” was a key site during the Salzburg Witch Trials. Dozens accused of witchcraft were imprisoned and executed within its stone walls. Cold spots and moving shadows are often reported by visitors. Locals also call it “The Blood Castle” due to its grim medieval past.

How to get there:

Ride a FlixBus to Salzburg from Munich in 2h, from Ljubljana 3:30h or from Bratislava in 5h.  Then take a local train or bus to Unternberg (about 90 minutes).

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LaLaurie Mansion, New Orleans, USA

Located in the French Quarter, the LaLaurie Mansion is one of America’s most notorious haunted houses. In 1834, a fire revealed the horrifying cruelty of Madame Delphine LaLaurie toward enslaved people. Ever since, the mansion has been a center of paranormal activity.

How to get there:

Take a FlixBus or Greyhound to New Orleans, which connects from southern cities such as Houston, Atlanta, and Jackson. From the bus terminal, ride the streetcar or take a short drive to the French Quarter.

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Agrasen ki Baoli, New Delhi, India

Hidden amid modern skyscrapers, this ancient stepwell dates back to the 14th century. Locals believe the dark waters once lured people to their deaths, whispering to them until they jumped. Even in daylight, the air feels strangely heavy.

How to get there:
FlixBus has regular connections to Delhi. Fastest FlixBus connections take 4:30h from Jaipur, 3:10h from Agra and 3:45h from Chandigarh. From central Delhi, take the Metro onwards to the Baoli.

From foggy Transylvanian castles to underground Parisian tombs, these destinations prove that the road to adventure can lead into the shadows. Traveling with Flix makes it easy and affordable to explore the eeriest corners and haunts.