Comana

Comana is a commune in Giurgiu County, Muntenia, Romania, about 32 km south of Bucharest. It has a population of 6,531 as of 2021. The commune is composed of five villages: Comana, Vlad Țepeș, Budeni, Falaștoaca, and Grădiștea. Comana is best known for the Comana Monastery and the Comana Nature Park, the largest protected area in southern Romania.

By Plane

The nearest international airport is Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) in Bucharest, approximately 40 km northeast. Taxis and rental cars are available from the airport.

By Train

Comana does not have its own railway station. The nearest train stations are in Bucharest or Giurgiu, from which buses or taxis can reach Comana.

By Car / Road

Comana is accessible via DN5 from Bucharest towards Giurgiu, then following local roads. It is about a 40-minute drive from central Bucharest.

Comana is a compact commune best explored on foot or by car. Taxis are available for longer journeys. Local buses connect to nearby villages.

• Comana Monastery — a historic Orthodox monastery dating from the 15th century, one of the most important religious sites in southern Romania.

• Comana Nature Park (Parcul Natural Comana) — the largest protected area in southern Romania, featuring wetlands, forests, and diverse birdlife. Ideal for birdwatching and nature walks.

• Vlad Țepeș village — named after the historical figure Vlad the Impaler, with traditional rural architecture.

• Hiking and birdwatching in the Comana Nature Park — the park is home to numerous bird species and has marked trails.

• Visit the monastery complex — explore the church, museum, and tranquil grounds of Comana Monastery.

• Photography and nature walks along the Neajlov River which flows through the park.

• Guesthouse restaurants near the monastery serve traditional Romanian dishes including ciorbă de burtă, mici, and grilled meats.
• Local taverns offer simple country-style meals.

• Local wine and țuică (Romanian plum brandy) are available at local eateries and shops.
• Coffee and soft drinks can be found at village stores and guesthouses.

• Guesthouses (pensiuni) in Comana and nearby villages offer basic to mid-range accommodation.
• Bucharest day trip — many visitors visit Comana as a day trip from Bucharest.

• Local produce — honey, jams, and traditional Romanian products available at farm stands in the commune.
• Shops in the village centre offer daily necessities and basic supplies.

• Giurgiu — county capital on the Danube with a clock tower, fortress ruins, and the Danube Bridge to Ruse, Bulgaria.
• Bucharest — Romania's capital, 40 minutes by car, with extensive museums, historic sites, and dining.
• Bolintin-Vale — a nearby town with the Assumption Church and local markets.