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Things to see in Râmnicu Vâlcea (Romania): 17 places and when to go
Râmnicu Vâlcea is a city in Romania with around 108,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Wildlife (8), History (4). The best known are Cozia National Park, Cozia Monastery and Arutela. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 35. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Romania · 45.11, 24.383
- Population
- About 108,000
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · Wildlife (8) · History (4) · Temples (2) · Mountains (2) · Food and drink (2)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- OTP Otopeni, 148 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Ciuha Mica, at 1,629 m.
What to see in Râmnicu Vâlcea
The places in and around Râmnicu Vâlcea, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Cozia National ParkProtected area in Romania26 km
- Cozia MonasteryHeritage site in Vâlcea County, Romania19 km
- ArutelaRoman fort in Dacia19 km
- BuridavaRoman fort in Dacia11 km
- Dintr-un lemnHeritage site in Vâlcea County, Romania18 km
- Mount StoguProtected area28 km
- Vâlcea Village MuseumHeritage site in Vâlcea County, Romania3.8 km
- Calinesti - Brezoi ForestProtected area29 km
- Ciuha MicaSummit23 km
- DurducSummit23 km
- Ocnele Mari ReserveProtected area8.5 km
- The Goleşti Paleontological ReservationProtected area6.9 km
- Crama Hanul Domnesc PanciuWinery1.7 km
- Mosoroasa SwampProtected area8.6 km
- Partener Cramele RecașWinery1.6 km
- Râmnicu Vâlcea Zoological GardenWith kids · Wildlife3.1 km
- Stancioiu Valley's PyramidsProtected area2.3 km
When to go to Râmnicu Vâlcea
The best time to visit Râmnicu Vâlcea is May to October; also possible: November to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:56
- FebPossible10:10
- MarPossible11:37
- AprPossible13:17
- MayBest time14:40
- JunBest time15:25
- JulBest time15:06
- AugBest time13:54
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:42
- NovPossible9:17
- DecPossible8:35
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 35. In May, 17 of the 17 places are at their best.
When to go to Romania in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Râmnicu Vâlcea
The nearest main airport is Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP, Otopeni), 148 km as the crow flies. How to get around Romania (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Romania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Râmnicu Vâlcea?
The best known: Cozia National Park, Cozia Monastery, Arutela, Buridava, Dintr-un lemn. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Râmnicu Vâlcea?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 35.
How do you get to Râmnicu Vâlcea?
The nearest main airport is Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), 148 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Râmnicu Vâlcea as the destination and these 17 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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