Somova: Holiday Apartment for Nature and Water Experiences

Somova combines a lake landscape, wetlands and local experiences. For planning your trip, the area can be viewed from several perspectives: nature by the water, active pursuits, relaxing boat trips, forest paths, as well as wine and history.

Water and Nature Around Somova

About half of the administrative area of Somova Commune, including the wetlands, lies within the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve. The wetlands are therefore a tangible part of the protected landscape that defines Somova as a destination. This gives the surroundings a particular spatial depth for observing nature.

The natural Somova–Parcheș lake complex is located in Tulcea County within the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve. The protected-area land there belongs to the Natura 2000 sites ROSPA0031 Danube Delta and ROSCI0065 Danube Delta. Landscape and nature observation are closely interconnected here and form a key focus for your days in Somova.

Holiday Apartment in Somova: Plan Your Days on the Water

At the Somova–Parcheș lake complex, visitors can get around by rowing boat, kayak or SUP board and observe the surrounding landscape, flora and fauna. A rental centre for kayaks and stand-up paddleboards is located in Somova Commune, Tulcea County.

On Lake Somova, Verada Tour offers relaxing catamaran trips in the early morning or at sunset. In addition, leisure trips by boat or small vessel are available in Somova Commune on the canals and lakes in the surrounding area. These offer views of the delta landscapes, wild birds and fishermen’s huts. This allows you to choose between moving through the water independently and taking more leisurely excursions when planning your day.

Somova Commune is crossed by the E87 on the Tulcea–Brăila (Galați) route. Those choosing a holiday apartment in Somova can consider this road connection as a geographical reference point alongside the nature and water experiences. The Somova Forest, with its paths, is also located near Somova. The paths in Somova Forest provide a scenic contrast to the Somova–Parcheș lake complex.

Wine, History and Local Character

In Somova, Crama Delta Dunării offers wine tastings, including extensive tastings with platters of fish products and cheese. The winery also produces organic wine under the “La Sapata” logo. When choosing accommodation in Somova, you can include this culinary aspect in your trip planning alongside the waterscape and nature observation.

The church feast of Saints Michael and Gabriel the Archangels takes place in Somova on 8 November. Somova has been documented under the same name since 1790; at that time, the settlement appeared on an Austrian map. Those wishing to combine days in nature with a specific cultural and historical connection can find both in the same destination.

Discover More Places

If you would like to expand your regional trip planning, you can also discover Sarichioi, Luncavița, Uzlina, Letea, Beştepe, Periprava, Plopul and Babadag.

For the higher-level travel overview: Tulcea.