Caraș-Severin County is one of the 41 counties (județe) of Romania. It is located in the West development region and is, for the most part, part of the historical region of Banat, with a small area belonging to Transylvania. Caraș-Severin borders Serbia and the other Romanian counties of Timiș, Hunedoara, Gorj, and Mehedinț. Reșița is the largest city and capital of Caraș-Severin County.
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Weather & Climate
Caraș-Severin County features a rugged landscape, transitioning from wide Danube river valleys to the high massifs of the Semenic and Țarcu mountains. This topography creates a layered continental climate, softened by warm Mediterranean currents along the Danube.
In summer, sheltered valleys typically range from 26°C to 29°C, while high-altitude resorts offer a refreshing escape of 17°C to 22°C. Transition seasons are consistently mild, with average temperatures between 10°C and 18°C.
Regional contrasts peak in winter: central urban basins like Reșița remain moderate, hovering around -1°C to 3°C, while high-altitude ranges experience consistent snowfall and sub-zero temperatures. Travelers should prepare for deep winter conditions when accessing mountain ski resorts or high trails.
Things To Do
See the top attractions below or click here for a list of all attractions in Caraș-Severin County.
Cities, Towns & Villages
Reșița is the capital city of Caraș-Severin County in the historical region of Banat in the southwest of Romania.
Caransebeș is a city in Caraș-Severin County in the historical region of Banat in the southeast of Romania. It is…
Nature Reserves
The Nerei-Beușnița Gorge National Park (Parcul Național Cheile Nerei-Beușnița) is a protected area in Caraș-Severin County, in the historical Banat…
The Domogled-Valea Cernei National Park (Parcul Național Domogled-Valea Cernei) is a protected area in the south-west of Romania. The park…
The Semenic-Caraș Gorge National Park (Parcul Național Semenic-Cheile Carașului) is a protected area in Caraș-Severin County in the historical Banat…
The Iron Gates Natural Park (Parcul Natural Porțile de Fier) is a protected area along the Danube River, which forms…
Scenic Routes
The Transsemenic, also known by its official road number DJ582, is a scenic road in Caraș-Severin County, in the historical…
Top Attractions
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The County Museum Caransebeș (Muzeul Județean Caransebeș), officially called the County Museum of Ethnography and Border Regiment Caransebeș (Muzeul Județean…
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Where To Stay
County seat: Reșița
Development Region: West
Population: 246,588
Area: 8,532 sq km
Postal code: 32xxxx
Phone code: +40 (0)255 or +40 (0)355
Car plates: CS
