Pălatca
City in Cluj, Romania
Overview
Pălatca is a small rural commune in Cluj County, Romania, famed for its authentic Transylvanian village atmosphere and lively local culture. Surrounded by peaceful fields and dotted with historical buildings, it's an ideal stop for visitors seeking tranquility and a glimpse into traditional Romanian life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Romania
Department
Cluj
Population
1,133
Time Zone
Europe/Bucharest
Coordinates
46.85°, 23.98°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$777
Local Cost
$460
Local Income
$450
Cashless
25
English
30
Temperature
9.8°C
Summer Avg
20.8°C
Winter Avg
-1.7°C
Record High
39.2°C
Record Low
-26.2°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
679 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
CLJ
Distance
24 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.