#132 European Rank
Sfântu Gheorghe Beach
Danube Delta, Tulcea, Romania•Black Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Ben Skála, Benfoto (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.67/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
24.5°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€24/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Gentle Wave Action
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces S (180°) · Wind: W (270°)
Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming.
Significant Wave Height
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Good Swimming
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · CROSS-SHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces S (180°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
S (180°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 90°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the S-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for Sfântu Gheorghe Beach: Light coastal break; family friendly with standard water awareness. Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Danube Delta, Tulcea, Romania
Ideal Swimming
Early August
24.5°C
Air ~33°C
Comfortable, prolonged bathing for all ages
Water temperature is well above the 20.0°C bathing threshold. Prolonged leisure swimming, snorkeling, and family wading are comfortable with zero thermal shock.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 24.5°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.6°C | 19°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 5.6°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 6.4°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 9.9°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 16.0°C | 28°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 21.0°C | 31°C | Refreshing |
| July | 23.7°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 24.5°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| September | 21.4°C | 31°C | Refreshing |
| October | 17.4°C | 28°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| November | 13.1°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 9.3°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Romania Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 15 Jun – 18 Sep (>21°C) · 95 days
Planning around peak water warmth (24.5°C)?
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🏖️ Sfântu Gheorghe Beach (Danube Delta, Tulcea, Romania)
🌊 Water temperature: 24.5°C
⛱️ Beach access: 100% free public sand • Sunbeds: €0–€0
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces S (sheltered from N winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/sfantu-gheorghe-beach-ro/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: Excellent
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.2 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5
About Sfântu Gheorghe Beach
Where the Danube finally meets the Black Sea: a boat-only delta village with an immense, empty beach.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Accessible primarily by boat via the Danube River, followed by path to the coast
•Protected Status / Environment: Strict conservation zone within the UNESCO Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve
•Notable Feature: Remote, expansive wild sand beach at the mouth where the Danube River meets the Black Sea
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (100%)Private Concessions (0%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
Free (100% Public)
No commercial loungers; bring your own parasol and beach mat.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: 100% open public coastline. No commercial sunbed concessions or umbrella installations permitted.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Typical Rate: ~€8/day
EasyPark AppPayByPhone App
EasyPark mobile app is widely supported across blue-line municipal zones.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Full-Day Unobstructed Sunlight
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Unnecessary (Soft Natural Sand)
Fine powder or golden sand allows comfortable barefoot wading into shallow depths.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
NoFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Danube Delta, Tulcea. Accessible via regional coastal roads (44.894°N, 29.621°E).
Discreet Utility: Rough Road & Trail Access
Reaching Sfântu Gheorghe Beach involves dirt tracks or steep trails. Booking a rental SUV or 4x4 provides higher clearance for unpaved coastal roads.
•Shallow and warm through summer; keep clear of the current where the Danube meets the sea.
•At the Danube's southernmost mouth; ferry from Tulcea to the road-free village, then a tractor-drawn trolley across the marsh to the sand.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Danube Delta, Tulcea, Romania.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sfântu Gheorghe Beach
What is the water temperature at Sfântu Gheorghe Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Sfântu Gheorghe Beach averages 24.5°C (76°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Sfântu Gheorghe Beach?
Sfântu Gheorghe Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Danube Delta, Tulcea, Romania.
Is Sfântu Gheorghe Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Sfântu Gheorghe Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Sfântu Gheorghe Beach?
Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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