Mănăstirea Cocoș

Delta Dunării

The Danube Delta is the largest and best-preserved delta in Europe, formed where the river Danube flows into the Black Sea near Tulcea, in Dobrogea. This labyrinth of branches, channels, lakes, reed beds and willow forests shelters an exceptional biodiversity, which is why it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage and declared a biosphere reserve. The delta is especially famous for its birdlife, with hundreds of bird species, among them the pelicans, which have their most important colony in Europe here, alongside cormorants, egrets, swans and numerous migratory birds. The landscape changes with the season and the water level, offering a unique natural spectacle. The locals, often of Lipovan origin, live from fishing and preserve distinctive traditions. Practical note: the best way to explore is by boat with a local guide, and sun protection, water and binoculars are useful for observing the birds in peace.

Mănăstirea Celic Dere

Celic Dere Monastery lies in northern Dobruja, on the road between Tulcea and Isaccea, in a landscape of wooded hills that contrasts with the dry steppe around it. The name comes from a Turkish phrase referring to a nearby stream, a reminder of Ottoman rule over the region. The settlement was founded in the second half of the nineteenth century by monks who came from Romanian-inhabited areas south of the Danube, and it quickly became an important centre of faith for the local community. The complex includes a large painted church, cells arranged around the enclosure, and a museum of religious art with old icons, ancient books, and embroidery made by the nuns. The place is known for its calm atmosphere and for a communal style of monastic life, where the nuns tend the household and the vineyard. Visitors can combine a spiritual stop with a walk through the surrounding hills.

Murighiol

Murighiol is a village on the edge of the Danube Delta in Tulcea county, considered one of the main gateways into this unique wetland, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list and declared a biosphere reserve. The village lies where dry land meets the labyrinth of channels, lakes and reed beds of the delta, serving as a departure point for boat trips into the heart of the marshes. Nearby stretches a shallow salt lake favoured by wetland birds and by birdwatching enthusiasts. The area hosts a rich diversity of birds, among them pelicans, egrets, cormorants and many migratory species, making Murighiol a sought-after destination for lovers of nature and photography. The ancient remains of a Roman-Byzantine fortress, known as Halmyris, lie close by and add a historical dimension to a visit. Murighiol combines the tranquillity of the delta landscape with the hospitality typical of the region's fishing villages.

Restaurant Delta Tulcea

Classic rooms and suites in a refined hotel with a spacious restaurant, a bar and a chic spa.

Ivan Pescar Tulcea

Restaurant Select Tulcea

Green Village Resort Sfântu Gheorghe

Simple rooms and suites in a relaxed riverside resort with an outdoor pool, a spa and two restaurants.

Delta Hotel Tulcea

Classic rooms and suites in a refined hotel with a spacious eatery, a bar and a chic spa centre.

Hotel Esplanada Tulcea

Relaxed accommodation offering welcoming rooms and suites, a restaurant with a terrace and river views.