Enisala Fortress
Enisala, Romania
A medieval fortress on a limestone hill overlooking Lake Razim and the reed beds towards the sea. Especially good at sunset.
Enisala Fortress is a medieval ruined fortress on a limestone hill about 2 km from the village of Enisala, in Sarichioi commune, Tulcea County, in Dobruja. The hill rises above the area of lakes Razim and Babadag.
The fortress was built in the second half of the 14th century, probably by Genoese merchants who then dominated Black Sea navigation. It later became part of Wallachia's defence system under Mircea the Elder. Towards the end of the 15th century it was abandoned, as Ottoman rule advanced north of the Danube mouths and sandbars cut Lake Razim off from the sea. Its plan is an irregular polygon, and walls and bastions still stand 5 to 10 m high in places. To get there, take the E87 from Tulcea to Babadag, then the DJ 223A. Check opening times and admission in advance.
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- Enisala, Romania
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- History & culture
- GPS
- 44.8870, 28.8330
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Romania: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Zorile albeCampsite7 km from Enisala Fortress
- Zonă de campare și parking ruloteCampsite15 km from Enisala Fortress
All campsites in Romania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Enisala Fortress?
Enisala Fortress is in Enisala, Romania, at GPS 44.8870, 28.8330. It is about 10 km from Babadag.
Can you camp near Enisala Fortress?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Zorile albe, about 7 km away; within 25 km there are 2 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Enisala Fortress?
Enisala Fortress is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Dobruja: the edge of the Danube Delta.
What is there to see near Enisala Fortress?
Places worth a stop nearby: Histria Citadel (38 km), Măcin Mountains (57 km), Constanța Casino (81 km) and Cape Kaliakra (172 km).
When is the best time to visit Enisala Fortress?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)