Mysterious Legends of the Macca-Villacrosse

The Macca-Villacrosse Passage is located in the heart of Bucharest and is a stunning combination of rich history, impressive architecture, and a vibrant atmosphere. This passageway is one of the city’s most charming and allows tourists to journey through time. The sparkling stained glass windows, intricately carved details, and various shops and restaurants make it a unique urban jewel that tourists won’t want to miss.

One of the most famous legends is related to the name of the passage and says that Macca and Villacrosse, two prosperous merchants, fell in love with the same woman, and to prove their love, each of them donated funds for the construction of the passage, hoping that they will impress the woman they love. Despite the efforts of the two men, the woman married another man. Currently, some claim that the woman was Ecaterina Teodoroiu.

Some locals believe that the spirits of merchants and travelers haunt the passage from the past. Travelers and locals have sometimes reported sensations of unseen presence or strange sounds when exploring the passage in silence or the dark.

The passage is said to have an entrance to a secret tunnel leading to other parts of the city. In the past, this entrance would have been used for various purposes, including smuggling. Considering that Bucharest is studded with these tunnels, their existence being proven by various reporters, who also made related reports, this may be a true legend.

The walls of the passage have been marked over time with graffiti and enigmatic symbols, adding an air of mystery to the place. Some believe that these signs could hide secret messages.