📷 Photo by Catherine Kerr on UnsplashHistria Citadel
Istria, Romania
The oldest Greek city on Romania’s coast, founded in the 7th century BC and now in ruins on the shore of Lake Sinoe. A small museum explains the site.
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- Istria, Romania
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 44.5470, 28.7740
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Romania: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Motorhome stopover · ConstanțaMotorhome stopover13 km from Histria CitadelMotorhomes
- Tabăra TineretCampsite20 km from Histria Citadel
- TeepeeCampsite21 km from Histria CitadelTents
- Malul MăriiCampsite21 km from Histria CitadelTentsCaravans
- Camping area freeCampsite24 km from Histria Citadel
- Complex Touristic EdenCampsite24 km from Histria Citadel
All campsites in Romania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Histria Citadel?
Histria Citadel is in Istria, Romania, at GPS 44.5470, 28.7740. It is about 26 km from Jurilovca.
Can you camp near Histria Citadel?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Tabăra Tineret, about 20 km away; within 25 km there are 7 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Histria Citadel?
Histria Citadel is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Dobruja: the edge of the Danube Delta.
What is there to see near Histria Citadel?
Places worth a stop nearby: Enisala Fortress (38 km), Constanța Casino (43 km), Măcin Mountains (82 km) and Cape Kaliakra (134 km).
When is the best time to visit Histria Citadel?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)