The Black Sea coast

Plaja Năvodari

Plaja Venus

Plajă turistică lungă cu nisip, la Marea Neagră, cu umbrele și șezlonguri dominate de clădiri de apartamente.

Plaja Mangalia

Mangalia Beach stretches along the southern Black Sea coast, in the southernmost seaside town of Romania, close to the border with Bulgaria. Its fine sand and relatively calm waters make it well suited to families and to those seeking a more relaxed atmosphere than in the busier resorts further north. Mangalia, the ancient Greek colony of Callatis founded in antiquity, combines its beach with a rich historical past: nearby lie remains of the ancient citadel and an archaeology museum. The area is also known for its sulphurous springs and its spa tradition, while the seafront promenade invites gentle strolls. The bathing season runs through the warm summer months, when the water temperature becomes pleasant. The beach offers seasonal services such as sun loungers and terraces. It makes a good base for exploring the neighbouring resorts of Saturn, Venus and Neptun.

Plaja Saturn

Saturn Beach lies on the southern Black Sea coast, in the Saturn resort, administratively close to the town of Mangalia. Known for its fine sand and its shallow water near the shore, the beach is appreciated by families with children and by holidaymakers seeking a quieter atmosphere than in the busier resorts. Saturn is part of the string of planet-named resorts on the Romanian coast, alongside Venus, Jupiter and Neptun, developed in the second half of the 20th century. The beach offers seasonal services such as loungers, umbrellas and terraces, while the nearby promenade invites evening strolls. The bathing season runs through the warm summer months, when the water becomes pleasantly warm. The resort position, close to Mangalia and the other southern resorts, makes it easy to explore the whole area, including the ancient remains of Callatis. Saturn is a fitting choice for a relaxing seaside stay.

Plaja Vama Veche

Vama Veche Beach, at the southern tip of the Romanian coast, right on the border with Bulgaria in Constanța County, is the shore's most unconventional and legendary beach, a place that has kept its bohemian spirit and freedom for decades. Once a fishing village and a holiday colony of intellectuals in the communist era, who came here to escape the strictures of the official resorts, Vama Veche has become a symbol of nonconformism, of live music and of nights spent on the sand around bonfires. The broad beach, with fine sand, slopes gently into the sea, and the relaxed atmosphere, free of massive hotels, draws young people, artists and the nostalgic. The terraces resound with concerts until dawn, and sunrise over the sea has become a ritual for those who spend the night on the shore. Practical note: come prepared for a simple, bohemian style of holiday; in high season the place is extremely lively, so lovers of quiet should avoid weekend evenings.

Plaja Mamaia

Mamaia Beach, the most famous and lively beach on the Romanian coast, stretches along a narrow strip of land between the Black Sea and Lake Siutghiol, north of Constanța. With its fine golden sand, its gently shelving water and the generous width of the shore, Mamaia has become over the decades the emblematic resort of the coast, a true centre of Romania's summer holidays. Along its more than eight kilometres of beach run hotels, terraces, clubs and leisure bases, and the range of water sports, from parasailing to jet-skiing and boat trips on the lake, is among the richest on the coast. By day the beach fills with tourists, and by night the resort becomes a centre of club life. Its position between sea and lake offers equally spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Practical note: in high season the crowds are heavy, so those seeking quiet should choose the northern end of the beach or the morning hours.

Plaja 2 Mai

The beach at 2 Mai is one of the most beloved wild beaches on the Romanian coast of the Black Sea, set near the border with Bulgaria, south of the resort of Mangalia. Unlike the developed beaches of the large resorts, 2 Mai has kept a natural, bohemian air, with fine sand, clay cliffs and a relaxed atmosphere that over time has drawn artists, students and lovers of freedom. The fishing village behind the beach preserves its rustic charm, with modest guesthouses and eateries where fresh fish is served. The waters of the Black Sea and the open view towards the horizon offer an ideal setting for rest and bathing. The place is prized by those seeking an authentic holiday, far from the crowds of the resorts. Visitors are asked to respect the nature and cleanliness of the beach during their stay here.

Plaja Neptun

Neptun Beach lies on the southern Black Sea coast, in the Neptun resort, one of the best-known and most appreciated destinations on the Romanian shore, administratively close to the town of Mangalia. Known for its fine sand and pleasant setting, the beach is surrounded by green spaces and a well-developed tourist area, with hotels, restaurants and leisure facilities. Neptun is famous for its relaxed atmosphere and for the two nearby lakes, Neptun I and Neptun II, fringed with vegetation, which add charm to the area. The beach offers seasonal services such as loungers, umbrellas and terraces, while the promenade invites evening strolls. The bathing season runs through the warm summer months, when the sea becomes pleasantly warm. The resort position makes it easy to explore the other resorts of the southern string, such as Olimp, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn. Neptun remains a popular choice for families and for holidaymakers seeking a comfortable seaside break.

Plaja Costinești

Plajă cu nisip lungă cu închirieri de șezlonguri și baruri ce atrag mulțimi tinere dornice de distracție.

Plaja Eforie Sud

Eforie Sud Beach, on the Romanian coast of the Black Sea in Constanța County, is one of the oldest and most pleasant beaches on the shore, with fine sand and a broad strip of coast that slopes gently into the water. The resort of Eforie Sud grew from the late 19th and early 20th century as a spa destination, with elegant villas, parks and a shaded promenade, and the beach has stayed quieter and more family-oriented than others nearby. The closeness of Lake Techirghiol, famed for its sapropelic mud used in treatments, adds a therapeutic dimension to a seaside stay. The high cliff, with stairs and paths down to the beach, offers fine views over the blue expanse, and the sunsets over lake and sea are memorable. Practical note: pair a swim in the sea with a visit to the mud-treatment base at Techirghiol, just a few kilometres away.

Plaja Eforie Nord

Eforie Nord Beach is one of the most popular and extensive beaches on the Romanian Black Sea coast, set in the Eforie Nord resort south of Constanța. Renowned for its fine sand and the generous width of its shoreline, this destination has been, over the decades, one of the pillars of Romanian summer tourism, drawing families, young people and travellers seeking relaxation alike. The resort is known not only for the beach but also for its proximity to Lake Techirghiol, famous for its therapeutic sapropelic mud and salt water, used in spa treatments for over a century. Along the beach stretch numerous terraces, clubs, leisure areas and facilities for water sports. Its sunny position and easy access make Eforie Nord a classic choice for a seaside holiday. In the summer season the beach can become crowded, especially on weekends. Visitors are advised to be mindful of sun exposure and to stay properly hydrated on the hot days of summer.

Plaja Olimp

Olimp Beach lies on the southern Black Sea coast, in the Olimp resort, in the immediate vicinity of the Neptun resort, with which it often forms a well-known tourist ensemble. The beach is appreciated for its fine sand and its lively character, with numerous leisure facilities, terraces and opportunities for entertainment, which makes it popular among young people and holidaymakers seeking a busy atmosphere. Olimp developed as a resort in the second half of the 20th century, together with the other evocatively named resorts on the Romanian coast. The beach offers seasonal services such as loungers, umbrellas and bars, while the nearby promenade invites strolls. The bathing season runs through the warm summer months, when the sea becomes pleasantly warm. The resort position makes it easy to explore the whole southern part of the coast, including the Neptun, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn resorts. Olimp is a fitting choice for both relaxation and fun by the sea.

Plaja Jupiter

Plajă cu nisip și pietre la Marea Neagră, mărginită de complexuri turistice și adăpostită de faleze.

Plaja Cap Aurora

Plaje în formă de semilună la Marea Neagră, din nisip și pietre, protejate de chei, cu complexuri turistice.