Romania's varried relief and climate create ideal conditions for active vacations.
Vast unspoilt scenic areas, home to
rich wildlife and biodiversity,
welcome visitors from allover the world.
Most popular nature activities in Romania include:
Bird-watching
Three hundred and sixty two species of birds call the Danube Delta home;
the migratory ones from late Spring until mid-Fall.
Locations to watch fowl in their natural habitat abound throughout the Danube Delta
and most bird-watchers will be lucky enough to spot Black Pelican colonies.
Danube Delta bird-watchers do not need a special license, just a Danube Delta visitor permit.
Other places/ areas that are home to several species of birds include:
Parcul Natural Vacaresti - Bucharest (130 species of birds)
Parcul National Muntii Macinului (180 species of birds)
Parcul Natural Balta Mica a Brailei (200 species of birds)
Lake Dumbravita (200 species of birds) - Halchiu, Brasov county
Piatra Craiului and Retezat mountains.
Romania bird-watching areas map
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Camping
Camping and Camper sites can be found all over the country and are, usually, open from late April until late October.
Campers interested in wilderness experiences who enjoy free-camping, far from others, can camp in most forests and public lands in Romania, as long as it does not, in some way, adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources, conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "camping prohibited" (Camparea Interzisa).
All free/ dispersed campers must follow the following rules and regulations:
only dead wood, lying on the ground, can be collected for campfires.
at least 100 feet from a water body and away from areas where it could cause a nuisance or hazard to public health.
Never defecate or leave toilet paper on top of the ground.
Dig a hole ten inches deep and at least 100 feet away from any water source. When you are done, fill the hole with soil.
To locate campsites in Romania please visit the following Websites:
Cu_Cortu
CamperContact
Campingo
EuroCampings
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Cycling in Romania
With a terrain that ranges from steep and challenging to gentle and relaxing,
Romania offers bikers of all skills and levels something to enjoy along its bike trails.
Romania Bicycle Itinerary Ideas - popular bike trails in each region of Romania.
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Fishing
With more than 160 species of game fish, the Danube Delta is truly a fisherman's paradise.
Trophy-size catfish, carp, pike, sturgeon and more thrive in the hundreds of lakes and rivers that dot the land of Romania.
Fishing is permitted in most lakes and rivers of Romania, year round, except from April 1 until May 31.
Other popular fishig destinations include: Lake Paltinu - Valea Doftanei, Lake Colibița - Călimani Mts.,
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Golf
Golf is gaining popularity among Romanians.
Little-known to avid golfers, Romania is home to few but quite challenging Golf Courses:
Teodora Golf Club - Alba Iulia
Location: village Teleac - four miles east of Alba Iulia
Nearest airports: Sibiu (50 miles south) and Cluj Napoca (60 miles north)
Golf course facts:
Area: 139 acres
Number of holes: 18
~ par 3 number of holes: 4
~ par 4 number of holes: 10
~ par 5 number of holes: 3
~ par 6 number of holes: 1
Total hole length: 7.128 yards
Par 6 is the longest in Europe: 835-yards.
Lac de Verde - Breaza
Location: town of Breaza
Nearest towns: Sinaia (15 miles N), Ploiești (28 miles S), Brașov (45 miles N) and Bucharest (75 miles S)
Nearest airport: Bucharest (70 miles south)
Number of holes: 9
Clubul Diplomatic
Location: Bucharest - Șoseaua București - Ploiești 2B
Golf course area: 100 acres
Number of holes: 6
Golf Club Paul Tomița
Location: village Pianu de Jos
Nearest city: Alba Iulia (15 miles NE)
Nearest airports: Sibiu (50 miles south) and Cluj Napoca (80 miles north).
Golf course area: 172 acres
Number of holes: 18
National Golf Club
Location: village Niculesti
Nearest city: Bucharest (28 miles S)
Nearest airport: Bucharest (18 miles south)
Number of holes: 18
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Bucharest Golf Club
Location: village Vlădiceasca - Snagov, 19 miles north of Bucharest
Nearest airport: Bucharest (8 miles south)
Number of holes: 18
The course is over 6,600 yards long and is a challenging par 70.
Selas Golf and Polo Club
Location: village Potigrafu - 30 miles north of Bucharest
Nearest airport: Bucharest (19 miles south)
The 9-hole course measures 3,872 yards, is 64 par, and features one par 5 dogleg, five par 3-s, and three par 4-s.
Sun Garden Golf Club
Location: Strada Poiana Cerbului 1000 - village Baciu, 11 miles west of Cluj Napoca
Nearest airport: Cluj Napoca (14 miles east)
Number of holes: 9, 2,418 yards, 33 total par.
Transylvania Golf Club
Currently undergoing a complete renovation.
Location: village Sanpaul - 19 miles northwest of Cluj Napoca
Nearest airport: Cluj Napoca (22 miles southeast)
Number of holes: 9
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Hiking
The Carpathian mountain range forms a huge arc in the centre of Romania and covers over 30% of her territory.
Find a great hiking trail is quite easy in Romania;
hiking in the Carpathian Mountains offers the opportunity to discover
innumerable places of natural beauty: mountain peaks, gorges, lakes, forests, caves, mud volcanoes and fossil deposits.
Romania is home to more than 400
parks and nature reserves
protecting hundreds of species of flora and fauna.
The variety of terrain, from mountainous to gentle, offers something for every hiker regardless of skill or level.
Rock-climbing enthusiasts need to head for the main rock-climbing gateways: Busteni, Sinaia, Zarnesti and Petrosani.
This route traverses spectacular forests and landscapes and goes through over 400 communities. 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites are located along Via Transilvanica.
Via Transilvanica is divided into seven sections:
Bucovina (region), northwestern Romania - 85 miles,
the Northern Lands (Ținutul de Sus) - 172 miles,
Terra Siculorum (the Latin name of the Szekely region) - 98 miles,
Terra Saxonum (the Saxon region - central Transylvania) - 125 miles,
Terra Dacica (the capital and main settlements of the former Dacian kingdom) - 180 miles,
Terra Banatica (the Banat region - western Romania - 144 miles,
and Terra Romana (south-western Romania).
The trail ends at the ruins of the bridge over the Danube river
commisioned in 103 AD by the Roman emperor Trajan to prepare his 105 AD invasion
of the Dacian kingdom) - 84 miles.
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Horseback Riding
Romania's Carpathian mountains and rural areas offer excellent possibilities for horseback riding vacations.
Horse-back riding centres in Romania include:
Equus Silvania
Location: 128 miles N of Bucharest, 29 miles W of Brasov
Address: village Șinca Nouă - Brașov county
Potcoava Riding Centre
Centrul de echitatie Potcoava
Location: 76 miles NW of Bucharest, 55 miles S of Brasov
Address: Punct Palanga Chiciura, Sat Runcu
Ivo - Manejul de Cai Islandezi
Location: 195 miles N of Bucharest, 82 miles N of Brasov
Address: Str. Pitigoi Nr. 12, village Izvoare - Harghita county
Hipparion
Location: 210 miles N of Bucharest, 99 miles N of Brasov
Address: Str. Vărarilor 13, Gheorgheni - Harghita county
Maggie's Ranch
Temporarily Closed
Location: 114 miles N of Bucharest, 18 miles S of Brasov
Address: Str. Valea Glajariei, km 6 - Rasnov, Brașov county
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Rafting
Most popular rafting rivers in Romania are Aries, Basca, Bistrita, Buzau, Cerna, Crisul Repede, Jiu, and Nera.
WhiteWater offers an excellent map of the best rafting destinations in Romania as well as detailed info on planning your Romania rafting experience.
Companies that are offering rafting programs include:
Outdoor Experience
Romania Adventure
Transylvania Extreme Adventure
TeamAdventure
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Skiing
Quite a few towns in the Carpathian mountains have ski slopes, from novice to challenging.
Many of these towns also offer other activities including cross-country skiing, snowboarding and tubing.
The highest ski point in Romania is located at 6,600 ft. above the sea level.
Major ski resorts include Poiana Brasov, Sinaia, Predeal, Paltinis and Ranca.
More info about Romania ski areas/ towns.
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Motorcycling
Romania has numerous scenic drives, best known are perhaps the
TransFagarasan,
TransAlpina and
TransBucegi.
Motorists can always design their own itinerary on country roads, in the wine country, over the Carpathian Mountains or along the Danube river.
Companies that offer motorcycle rental and motorcycle tours include:
Moto 4 Rent (Kawasaki and Suzuki motorcycles)
Moto Rentals (B M W motorcycles)
Riderly (BMW, Honda and Suzuki motorcycles)
Transylvania Live (BMW motorcycles)
Bike 2 Rent (Enduro / Touring motorcycles)
