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Romania is a fascinating destination for travelers who want a mix of medieval cities, dramatic mountain scenery, rural traditions, and rich folklore. What makes it especially memorable is the contrast between its regions: you can explore elegant old towns like Brașov, Sibiu, and Sighișoara, then head into the Carpathian Mountains for hiking, wildlife watching, and castle visits. The country is also closely linked with legends of Dracula, but beyond the mythology, travelers often find Romania most rewarding for its authentic villages, fortified churches, and a culture that still feels deeply connected to local customs and seasonal traditions.
Key highlights include Bucharest’s grand architecture and lively café scene, Bran Castle and Peleș Castle, the painted monasteries of Bucovina, and the Danube Delta, one of Europe’s great wetlands for birdlife and boat excursions. Visitors can enjoy scenic drives, mountain trails, hearty regional cuisine, and festivals that showcase music, crafts, and food. Practical tips: Romania is generally affordable compared with many Western European destinations, trains and buses connect major cities but rural travel is easier with a car, and it helps to carry some cash for smaller towns. Comfortable walking shoes are useful for cobbled historic centers and countryside trips, and travelers should plan for variable weather, especially in mountain areas.
Due to the full occupancy at Refugiul Călțun, Friday (29.09.2017) starts quite early. Breakfast for me and Dicken is served at seven o'clock. Afterwards, it's time to perform...
We then crossed the border into Arad, Romania from Hungary. The border control was the first one on our entire trip where we had to show our papers and also open the car and roof...
Thursday (08/31/2017) starts surprisingly smoothly - Home-brewed is just the best. I prepare my late breakfast myself, the two meteorologists obviously have a bit more to deal...
As hoped, I can have breakfast in the sun again on Friday (25.08.2017). A short time later, a car comes from the road and turns into the neighboring property. There are plenty...
On Monday morning (07.08.2017), I have a cup of coffee with the people from Kaiserslautern before Maria and Marco go their separate ways. Since Rango's paws have suffered from...
After almost 4000 kilometers and 4 weeks, we arrived at the Black Sea the day before yesterday (Constanta)! But first, let's talk about Tulcea, new friendships, a deep hole, and...
Already at the platform, a small crowd formed around the conductor, as some passengers, including myself, could not find their sleeping cars. He explained that the sleeping cars...
This morning, after breakfast, I got on my bike again, but only 3km to the train station in Constanza. The train that left at 9am arrived 15 minutes earlier. So I had enough...
Started off promising this morning. After a few kilometers, my navigation system told me to turn onto the dirt road, which I did. At first, it was a well-maintained gravel road...
The second night was also our last night at the Evangelical Academy in Neppendorf. After breakfast, we made our way to the Evangelical Church Fortified Village of Grossau in...
On Friday, October 27th, 2017, the alarm clock rings at 4.45 in the morning. After using the snooze function several times, I finally get up at quarter to six. Despite good...
After taking it easy on Tuesday, we also spend Wednesday (11.10.2017) mostly indoors due to the weather. In addition to preparing several excellent meals, I use my engineering...
On Saturday morning (02.09.2017), I prepare a small breakfast for my hosts and myself. Afterwards, Berti and Rango go to a nearby shopping center to mainly get some food for...
On Tuesday (29.08.2017), it is time to leave Smida and head back into the mountains. Rango refuses the offer to eat his rice with fish, despite the fact that I have mixed it...
On Tuesday morning (22.08.2017), I start in front of a small hut where I could buy some fresh milk the night before. For 2 euros, I get coffee and two langos for breakfast. Then...
After spending the evening by the campfire until late at night, Tuesday (15.08.2017) starts off leisurely. Before saying goodbye to my new acquaintances at noon, I receive some...
I have planned to continue my journey on Saturday (05.08.2017). However, I start the day with a hearty brunch. The temperature has already reached 30°C and I take breaks from...
After a very nice time in Romania, I am now sitting on the Flixbus to Sofia. I will arrive there this evening after a 7-8 hour journey and am already looking forward to Bulgaria....
After a hearty breakfast on the boat, we set off shortly after 8 a.m. The destination of today's stage was Tulcea. It was a bit rainy in the morning and I stopped at a bus stop...
This morning, like yesterday, I set off without breakfast at around 7 a.m. The hotel only served it from 8 a.m. After a good 20 km I made up for it in Cernavodă, where I...
Last night it actually rained a little, I should have taken off my seat bench sheepskin better😬. But luckily, the motorcycle pants are waterproof, so no problem. On today's...
After just one day in Braşov, we continue our journey to Bucharest in the evening. The distance from the train station to the hostel is quite far, so we immediately notice in...
Saturday, 1.9.2018 Route: Danube Bike Trail 5 (Tulcea) Kilometers traveled: 0 Highlight of the day: the Delta On this day we were in Tulcea. Unfortunately, Julius did not...
We continue pedaling with a lot of headwind from Seimenii Mici to Harsova.
Rond halfacht begint de dinsdagochtend (14-11-2017) voor ons aan Lacul Babadag. Tijdens het ontbijt krijgen we opnieuw bezoek van de Roemeense autoriteiten, althans dat beweert...
The night to Monday (06.11.2017) was rather unsettled. I had to let the fat one out of the tent to puke several times. But I get a glimpse of the sunrise, then I lay down again...
On Friday, November 3, 2017, the journey to Munții Măcinului is on the program. This is a well-known mountain formation in the Northern Dobruja region with a height of about 400...
On Monday morning (16.10.2017) we set off again. With Alina accompanying us, we walk to Auto Gara in Focşani. The bus to Galați leaves at half past twelve, and after convincing...
After spending the night from Wednesday to Thursday (05.10.2017) in various trains and train stations, we arrive in Focşani around half past ten in the morning. Alina picks up...
On Monday, September 25, 2017, the time has finally come, we set off to the Făgăraş Mountains. The morning already offers a good preview of the next few days, it's freezing...