Overview
Oravița is a small historic town in Caraș-Severin County, Romania, offering a glimpse into Banat's cultural heritage. It claims Romania's oldest theater (built 1816-1817), the Mihai Eminescu Theatre, which was also the first stone building in southeastern Europe.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
Limited internet: Public Information Access Point at City Hall (Str. 1st of December 1918 No. 60, Room 14) offers computer access Monday-Friday 10am-2pm only.
Money
Romania uses the Romanian Leu (RON). ATMs and card payments are likely available in town near banks and larger establishments.
Safety
Oravița is a quiet mountain town with low crime. Standard urban precautions apply. Some hiking trails in Cheile Nerei-Beușnița require proper footwear and attention to markers.
Transport
Oravița is the terminus of the historic Anina-Oravița narrow-gauge railway (1856), offering tourist rides through 14 tunnels and 10 viaducts. Local taxis are cheap and available at the station and marketplace.