Scenic Drives in Romania

The best place to start your trip through Romania is undoubtedly Bucharest, known in the past as "Little Paris". Magnificent architecture, neoclassical facades and picturesque squares have survived not only earthquakes but also wars.

After visiting Bucharest, it is worth making a detour to beautiful Sibiu, which is a stone's throw from Sighişoara and has one of the best-preserved medieval city complexes. Mediaş, 40 km away, is an ideal retreat away from the busy streets. Once a trading village, today it is a perfect option for sampling Romanian delicacies and an interesting stop on your journey through Transylvania.

Architecturally interesting Orthodox churches can be found in Gura Humorului. From there, a straight path leads to Voroneț with a fortified monastery and a small Orthodox church of St. George. To see other notable holy buildings, it is best to travel to the 15th-century Moldovi ausa monastery or the Sucevița monastery, which has a charming Orthodox church.

Central Romania is just as beautiful as the country's highlands. A visit to Braşov or Red Lake, located near the colorful Bicaz Gorge, is enough to capture the charm of this country. This part of the country is dotted with fortified churches. Examples of such buildings are the church in Prejmer or the church in Hărman - both from the 13th. Century. Of all the bastions in Romania, the most famous is probably the Bran Castle, advertised as a fortress associated with Vlad the Impaler.

Tourists taking their steps to the Black Sea should visit the country's largest commercial port, Constanța. Around the central Ovid Square you will find numerous medieval buildings and cozy cafes. When traveling through the province, it is also worth going to Histria, which was originally founded by the Greeks. Unfortunately, you can't get there without a car, as it is far away from the popular cities.

The Black Sea is also synonymous with sunbathing, warm water and excellent tourist infrastructure - all this and more can be found in Mamaia, the largest seaside resort in this region.

Tulcea is another city that welcomes tourists with an idyllic climate and a picturesque location in the Danube Delta. Lovers of active leisure will find a little paradise here, where trips to the nearby nature reserve never end.

Before starting your trip through beautiful Romania, you need to choose a suitable rental car and type of insurance. All major Romanian cities and major airports boast a number of car rental companies that will give you a detailed quote on the best and most convenient options - after you have chosen your rental car, it's time to hit the road!

When driving on Romanian roads, it is important that you follow the speed limits. These are: 50 km / h inside built-up areas, 90 km / h in the countryside and 130 km / h on freeways.

In Romania, you must have your dipped headlights on when driving in town, but only 'at night. During the day, drivers use it only in adverse weather conditions. Outside cities and towns, vehicle lights must be used 'at night as well as during the day.

Alas, Romania does not have particularly immaculate roads; therefore, it pays to be extra careful, especially if you are driving 'at night. Many Romanian roads are also poorly marked.

Remember that highways and expressways are all toll roads. However, the whole system is quite easy to see through as there are special vignettes that solve the whole problem. Vignettes are available at post offices. They can also be purchased online and at gas stations. Make sure you have purchased them, as the lack of a vignette results in high fines.

Drinking and driving are severely punished in Romania and there is zero tolerance for any blood alcohol level. Tickets for drunk driving range from €80 to €200, but sometimes such situations end when the authorities confiscate your driver's license.

When traveling in Romania, you should always carry the following documents: driver's license, liability insurance, passport or identity card and vehicle registration. In case of traffic control, drivers may be asked to show any of the above documents at any time.

The law requires every driver to have the following vehicle equipment: a warning triangle, a first aid kit, safety vests for the driver and all passengers, and a fire extinguisher. It is also recommended to have an extra set of side mirrors if you are driving a vehicle with a road trailer wider than the car itself Summer tires must have a tread depth of at least 1.5 millimeters.

Most cities have free parking lots - choose one! You can also park your car in squares and streets. There are also special stops on highways where you can take a break and stretch your legs.