Romania
The Romanian Dunărea will accompany you along 1075 km from the wild canyons of the Iron Gates to the wide water mazes of the Danube Delta (UNESCO heritage). In between these breathtaking landscapes there is a wide range of cultural and natural attractions like ancient fortresses, impressive vineyards, nature reserves, lively cities as Drobeta Turnu Severin, Calafat, Giurgiu, Călărași, Brăila, Galaţi, Tulcea. The Romanian capital, Bucharest, located at 60 km north of Giurgiu can be considered the fifth capital on the Danube.
Cycling along the Danube
Discover the cycling routes in Romania! The country is also crossed by two Eurovelo routes, no 6 from Atlantic to the Black Sea, mainly along the Danube and no 13 The Iron Curtain Trail, partly along the Danube. They are currently under development. Besides these routes there are other numerous opportunities for cycling amidst the beautiful landscape of Romania.
The Danube Gorges
The Iron Gates or the Danube Gorges, the most spectacular segment of the Danube, will surely enchant you with its spectacular landscape, history and multicultural traditions. It is included in the Iron Gates Nature Park.
The Danube Delta
The only delta UNESCO biosphere reserve is the third-richest biosphere reservation in the world in terms of biodiversity, the third largest delta in Europe and shelters the largest compact area of reed beds on the planet.
Photo: Larisa Balta
Via Danubiana
Via Danubiana is an ecotouristic route which follows the Danube on the Romanian side, offering amazing views and cultural experiences across the Danube communities. It starts in Baziaș and ends in Sulina, passing through 12 counties, and has 4 main parts: the mountain segment (Caraș-Severin, Mehedinți, Dolj counties), the plain segment (Dolj, Olt, Teleorman, Giurgiu, Călărași counties), Dobrogea segment (Ialomița, Constanța, Brăila, Galați), the Danube Delta and km 0 of the Danube (Tulcea County).
Photo: https://www.viatransilvanica.com/en/
Via Transilvanica
Via Transilvanica is the most famous long distance hiking route in Romania, called the road that unites, which crosses the country diagonally from Putna in the north-east to Drobeta Turnu Severin in south-west, a Danube city, along 1.400 km. It offers travellers a unique opportunity to meet local communities, discover extraordinary places and engage with the rich local heritage and history. In 2023 it received the European Heritage Awards/Europa Nostra Awards 2023 for Citizens Engagement and Awareness Raising and also the Public Choice Award.
Photo: Ionut Vaidean
The Roman Emperors and Danube Wine Route
Discover the ancient flavor of the Romanian wine and step in the footprints of Romans in Dacia Felix!
It is a certified route of the Council of Europe that includes also attractions from Romania, both Roman sites and vineyard areas.
Apulum Roman Festival in Alba Iulia has become an outstanding event which brings to life the Roman times from Dacia Province. Every Friday at 19.00 between May and September there are performances of Garda Apulum, to the delight of the public.
Mystical Danube Project
Green and Mystical Danube Storytelling Route Project, co-financed through Interreg Danube Region Programme, addresses several challenges and needs in the Danube Region related to the valorisation of natural and intangible cultural heritage as tourism asset and their contribution to regional economic development and social inclusion.
The Romanian partner in the project is the Ministry of Economy, Digitalization, Entrepreneurship and Tourism, which implements the pilot project for Călărași County, an area located in the lower Danube region. Călărași stands out for its lush wetland landscapes, featuring numerous protected lakes and forests, as well as for its intangible heritage, which has been preserved since ancient times and is promoted during local events.
Romania’s wild heart: adventure and nature unfolded
Tours recommended by our partners
Danube Delta by bike and boat
The Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve is probably the wildest region of Europe, while Dobrogea region hosts the oldest mountains in Europe and is a mosaic of historical culture and civilization. Visiting the region by bike and boat should be one of the most unexpected experiences as a tourist.
Danube Gorges by bike and boat 6 days
The Danube Gorges of Romania is about landscape, communities, culture, and traditions. In the 6-day journey you will discover secret villages, awesome views of the Danube, monasteries, hidden caves accessible by boat, and reminiscences of the Roman Empire. The best time to visit is May to October.
The Wine Route by Bike
We invite you to experience a combination of gastronomic and outdoor activities along the Danube banks – one of the most suitable destinations for wine trips.
Our hosts are professional wine makers, always happy to present their cellars. The regions are also places for historical and cultural sites.