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rent easy Bucharest c/o Autoclass Center S.R.L.Str. Rudeni No. 103, 077045 Chitila, Ilfov CountyView map
Hiring a campervan in Chitila, a small town in Ilfov County right on the north-western edge of Bucharest, means hitting the road without crossing the Romanian capital. From here you head for the former capitals of Wallachia, Târgoviște, Câmpulung and Curtea de Argeș, for the monasteries of the Olt valley, the mud volcanoes of Buzău or the Danube gorges at the Iron Gates. Rent Easy, our partner company, hands over its vehicles here.
The depot is on Rudeni Street, a few minutes from the Bucharest ring road, which leads to the motorways heading west and north.
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Road trips from Chitila
1 The capitals of Wallachia and the monasteries of the Olt
- Chitila
- Târgoviște
- Câmpulung
- Curtea de Argeș
- Cozia
- Horezu
- Chitila
Târgoviște, capital of the principality for two centuries, keeps its Princely Court and the Chindia Tower, linked to the memory of Vlad the Impaler. Câmpulung, said by tradition to be the first capital, comes before Curtea de Argeș and its carved monastery cathedral. In the Olt gorge, Cozia holds the tomb of Mircea the Elder; Horezu, a UNESCO site, is also a village of potters. Return via Pitești and the A1 motorway.
- Distance
- about 600 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
2 Mud volcanoes, salt and amber at the foot of the Carpathians
- Chitila
- Ploiești
- Slănic
- Buzău
- Berca
- Colți
- Aluniș
- Chitila
Via Ploiești you reach Slănic and its salt mine with huge halls, open to visitors. Buzău then leads to the mud volcanoes of Berca, a lunar landscape of bubbling grey cones. Higher up the valley, Colți displays the local amber and Aluniș hides a church carved into the sandstone. The roads in the Buzău hills are narrow: a campervan gets through everywhere.
- Distance
- about 500 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or converted van
3 The Iron Gates and the Danube, a long trip west
- Chitila
- Craiova
- Drobeta-Turnu Severin
- Orșova
- Danube Cazane
- Băile Herculane
- Târgu Jiu
- Chitila
After Craiova, Drobeta-Turnu Severin preserves the piers of Trajan's Bridge over the Danube. Upstream from Orșova, the road follows the Cazane, where the river narrows between cliffs and the face of the Dacian king Decebalus is carved into the rock, opposite Mraconia Monastery. Return via the spa town of Băile Herculane and Târgu Jiu, home to Brâncuși's Endless Column.
The Danube road is winding and sometimes narrow: a campervan or compact motorhome is more comfortable there.
- Distance
- about 850 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or compact motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Chitila?
Best time
April, May, September and October
April to May, September to October
highs 18 to 25 °C, lows 7 to 14 °C
The best months to leave from Chitila: mild temperatures on the Wallachian plain, monasteries and Danube gorges without crowds. Spring brings blossom to the orchards of the Argeș and Vâlcea hills; autumn colours the Olt forests and coincides with the grape harvest in the Dealu Mare vineyards, on the road to Buzău.
High season
June, July and August
June to August
highs 28 to 31 °C, lows 17 to 19 °C
Summer is hot on the plain around Bucharest, with thirteen hours of sunshine a day in June and July. Plan stages at altitude, towards Câmpulung or the Buzău hills, and a well-ventilated vehicle. August is the driest month, but it is also when mountain roads and campsites are busiest.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 5 to 12 °C, lows -4 to 4 °C
The Wallachian winter is cold and grey, with night frosts from December to February and little sunshine at the end of the year. The motorways from Chitila remain passable, and the Slănic salt mine can be visited in any season. Many campsites close, however: choose a heated vehicle and short stages.
Climate in Chitila, month by month
Most pleasant months: April to October.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 °C | -4 °C | 44 mm | 6 h/day |
| Feb | 8 °C | -1 °C | 31 mm | 6 h/day |
| Mar | 12 °C | 2 °C | 52 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 18 °C | 7 °C | 60 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 22 °C | 12 °C | 71 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 28 °C | 17 °C | 75 mm | 13 h/day |
| Jul | 30 °C | 19 °C | 63 mm | 13 h/day |
| Aug | 31 °C | 19 °C | 32 mm | 12 h/day |
| Sep | 25 °C | 14 °C | 33 mm | 11 h/day |
| Oct | 18 °C | 8 °C | 59 mm | 8 h/day |
| Nov | 11 °C | 4 °C | 62 mm | 5 h/day |
| Dec | 6 °C | -0 °C | 49 mm | 4 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
The ring road rather than the city
Chitila sits on the Bucharest ring road: heading south you reach the A1 motorway to Pitești; heading east, the access roads to the DN1 and the A3 motorway towards Ploiești. This two-lane ring road is, however, heavily used by lorries and often saturated at rush hour: set off early in the morning and avoid late weekday afternoons.
Getting to the Chitila depot
Chitila station is served by regional trains from Bucharest North station, and Henri Coandă airport is less than half an hour away by taxi outside rush hour. The depot is in the Rudeni district: check the exact address and handover time in your booking confirmation.
Patience in the Olt gorge
Between Râmnicu Vâlcea and Sibiu, the DN7 road follows the Olt gorge: it is one of the country's main freight routes, two-lane, busy with lorries and dotted with roadworks until the A1 motorway is completed through the mountains. Avoid risky overtaking and use the stops at Cozia or Călimănești to take a break.
Water and waste: think campsites
Motorhome service areas remain rare in Romania, especially in Wallachia and along the Danube. Fill up with water and empty your tanks at campsites, even if you only stop for the service, and leave Chitila with full tanks before the long stages towards Craiova or Buzău.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Chitila
Where can I pick up a campervan in Chitila?
Rent Easy, our partner company, hands over its vehicles at its Bucharest depot, which is actually located in Chitila, on Rudeni Street, in Ilfov County. This suburban site spares you from manoeuvring a large vehicle through the centre of the capital. The exact address and handover time are in your booking confirmation.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Chitila?
The price varies with the season, the rental period and the model chosen, with big differences between winter and summer. Run a search with your exact dates to see the offers available from Chitila, mandatory fees included, and book the vehicle that suits you directly.
Is starting from Chitila rather than central Bucharest practical?
Yes: Chitila is only 5 km from Bucharest as the crow flies, but already out of its traffic jams. You load your luggage without hunting for a parking space, then go straight onto the ring road and the motorways heading west and north. To visit the capital, it is better to go by train or taxi before picking up the vehicle.
What is there to see around Chitila before setting off?
Right next door, Mogoșoaia Palace, built by Prince Constantin Brâncoveanu on the shore of a lake, is the model of the Brâncovenesc style. About 35 km by road to the north-east, Snagov Monastery stands on an island in the lake of the same name; tradition places the tomb of Vlad the Impaler there. Half a day is enough for both.
How long does it take to reach the Iron Gates?
Allow about 350 km between Chitila and Drobeta-Turnu Severin, a long day's drive via Pitești and Craiova. It is better to break the journey with a night in Craiova or to make the detour via Horezu and Târgu Jiu. Once there, the Cazane road takes time: plan at least two days on the banks of the Danube.
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Romania · Jan 2024
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First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Chitila
What driving rules should I know in Romania?
Dipped headlights are compulsory during the day outside built-up areas, and drink-driving is prohibited with zero tolerance. An electronic vignette, the rovinieta, is required on national roads and motorways: check with the rental company that it is included. Speed limits vary with the vehicle's weight; check the rules in force.
Can you reach the Transfăgărășan from Chitila?
Yes, via the A1 motorway to Pitești, then Curtea de Argeș and Lake Vidraru, about 200 km away. The crossing of the Făgăraș Mountains is generally open only in summer and early autumn, and its dates change every year depending on the snow; check road conditions before leaving, as for the Transalpina.
Where can I sleep along the Danube at the Iron Gates?
The Romanian bank of the Cazane is part of the Iron Gates Natural Park, where overnight parking outside designated places is regulated. Around Dubova, Eșelnița and Orșova, small campsites and guesthouses that accept motorhomes offer pitches facing the river. Ask locally and book in summer.
Can you cross into Serbia from the Iron Gates?
The Iron Gates dam, near Drobeta-Turnu Severin, carries a border crossing into Serbia. Serbia belongs neither to the European Union nor to the Schengen area: passport checks and insurance valid there are required. Above all, check in the offer conditions that the rental company allows travel to this country.
Do I need to book far in advance in Chitila?
With a single partner company, the number of vehicles available in Chitila remains limited. For July and August, or for a departure timed with the opening of the Transfăgărășan, book several months ahead. In spring and autumn, a few weeks are often enough, but the smallest models go first.
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Why start a motorhome trip from Chitila
Chitila offers a low-key start to a Romanian road trip: you pick up the vehicle on Bucharest's doorstep, then head straight into the Wallachian countryside. To the west and north follow former princely courts, the Orthodox monasteries of the Argeș and Olt valleys, the wine-growing hills of Dealu Mare and the geological curiosities of Buzău; further on, the Danube threads its way between the Carpathians and the Balkans at the Iron Gates.
Rent Easy, the only partner company on site, hands over its vehicles at its depot on Rudeni Street. From April to October, the climate is well suited to outdoor stages, with a hot summer that draws you up into the hills. A departure point for those who want to discover southern Romania, away from the busiest routes.