Maierus

Maierus, formerly Marus, Magherus, Maghierus, Alun is the commune with the same call in Brasov county, Transylvania, Romania. The locality is located on DN 13, km 30, has a water deliver network, energy and is served with the aid of rail with a cargo station at a distance of 7 km. It is part of the historic vicinity referred to as Barsa Country.

Due to its strategic role, it's miles assumed that the locality was a factor of hobby for the Teutonic Knights, once they were delivered right here by means of the Hungarian Emperor Andrew II in 1211. The first files regarding this agreement date again to 1377. The fortified church, constructed in the 14th century, become surrounded through walls of approximately 6 to 8 m high, of which there are handiest fragments left. Following a devastating hearth, the church and the bell tower were rebuilt in Gothic style in 1573.