Large brown bear pears over rocks
Romania is home to Europe’s largest population of brown bears
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10 Things to Do in Romania: The Land of Adventure, Castles and Vampires

7. Go Bear Spotting

As well as being incredibly beautiful, the Carpathian Mountains are also home to Europe’s largest population of brown bears. Going bear spotting is one of the more adventurous activities you can do in Romania.

If you’re lucky, you may also get to see a wolf or a lynx — Romania boasts about 40 percent of the world’s populations of all three species.

snow covered mountains of TransylvaniaReaching the highest point in Romania, Moldoveanu Peak, will give you unforgettable views of an unforgettable corner of the world.Photo Credit: iStockPhoto.com / marydan15

8. Hike Through the Mountains of Transylvania

With a name associated with vampires and dramatic mountains, Transylvania is the romantic center of adventure in Romania. Along with the castles, fortified churches and legends, there is also a world class outdoor scene, with incredible hiking through the Transylvanian Alps.

Reaching the highest point in Romania, Moldoveanu Peak, will give you unforgettable views of an unforgettable corner of the world.

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Tide comes in on sandy beach at sunset from Black Sea in RomaniaMiles of fine sand beaches, a warm climate and calm sea make the south of Romania the perfect relaxation spot!Photo Credit: iStockPhoto.com / Augustin Lazaroiu

9. Bathe in the Black Sea

Romania is more than just mountains and forests; you can also find a string of beach resorts along the coast of the Black Sea. Miles of fine sand beaches, a warm climate and calm sea make the south of Romania the perfect relaxation spot after spending a few days trekking around Transylvania.

There is the added bonus of Greek ruins dotted along the coast, the remnants of trading colonies injecting some culture into the coastal area.

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