Train information

The national railway company is Căile Ferate Romane (CFR): www.cfr.ro
Trains types: Personal (P), reservations are not required. Special (S), Rapid (R),
Accelerat (A), IC and international trains require reservations.
Bikes are only allowed on domestic trains that have special storage facilities and
upon advance purchase of a special bike ticket.

Ferries, ships, buses… everything but train

*Some national bus services can be booked online at www.autogari.ro, but it’s usually better to check at the local bus stations or autogară for updated timetables and details.

Food and drink

Eat Mititei (grilled minced-meat rolls); Muschi Poiana (beef stuffed with mushroom
and bacon) or Saramura, (grilled carp steak). Soups are also popular: good examples
are Ciorbă de Burtă (tripe) and Ciorbă de Perişoare (meatball). Do not miss the popular Sarmale (tasty stuffed cabbage rolls).

Accommodation

As a general rule private rooms are the best choice, but there are numerous hostels
with good service.
Local Hostel Association: www.hihostels-romania.ro
Hotels and Bed & Breakfasts are scattered throughout the country.
Camping: www.campingo.com Note: free camping is permitted in wild areas (not on
the beach). Beware of wild animals like bears in the forests!

Travel information

• Local Tourism Board: www.romaniatourism.com
• Danube Delta website: www.deltadunarii.ro and www.ddbra.ro
• Top 10 Activities: www.romania-vacations.com