Băile Govora

City in Vâlcea, Romania

Overview

Băile Govora is a serene spa town set in the Vâlcea region of Romania, famous for its mineral-rich thermal waters and relaxed atmosphere. With elegant villas, lush hillsides, and a rich history of wellness tourism, the town offers a peaceful escape for visitors seeking rest and rejuvenation.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Romania
Department
Vâlcea
Population
2,158
Time Zone
Europe/Bucharest
Coordinates
45.08°, 24.18°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
85
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$845
Local Cost
$542
Local Income
$600
Cashless
40
English
30
Temperature
10.6°C
Summer Avg
21.7°C
Winter Avg
-0.8°C
Record High
39.9°C
Record Low
-22.7°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
753 mm
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
8
Transport
43
Walk Score
43
Footways
86.0
Airport
Distance

Frequently Asked Questions

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 70/100.