Constanța

Constanța County covers Romania's Black Sea coast, home to the country's main seaside resorts. Constanța city, an ancient port with Roman-era ruins, is anchored by its landmark Casino building, designed in French style by architect Daniel Renard. North of the city, Mamaia is the largest and busiest beach resort, on a strip of land between the sea and Lake Siutghiol; at the southern end near the Bulgarian border, Vama Veche is known instead for its long-running bohemian, counter-culture beach atmosphere rather than resort infrastructure.

The Black Sea coast is busiest and warmest from June through August; late spring and early autumn are quieter with milder weather.

Local buses and minibuses connect the main towns within the county. For rural areas, a car is recommended.

• Constanta
• Mangalia
• Medgidia
• Navodari
• Cernavoda
• Eforie
• Ovidiu
• Murfatlar
• Techirghiol
• Harsova
• Costinesti
• Vama Veche
• 2 Mai
• Adamclisi

As a coastal county, Constanța's food leans heavily on Black Sea seafood alongside the region's traditional Romanian dishes: sarmale (cabbage rolls), mămăligă (polenta), and local țuică (plum brandy).

1. See the Roman-era ruins and landmark Casino building in Constanța city.
2. Sunbathe and swim at Mamaia, Romania's largest beach resort.
3. Experience the bohemian beach culture of Vama Veche near the Bulgarian border.