Garoafa
City in Vrancea, Romania
Overview
Garoafa is a peaceful village in Vrancea, Romania, acclaimed for its scenic rural landscapes, close-knit community, and authentic Romanian traditions. Despite its small size, Garoafa charms visitors seeking local experiences and countryside tranquility.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Romania
Department
Vrancea
Population
4,432
Time Zone
Europe/Bucharest
Coordinates
45.78°, 27.20°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$788
Local Cost
$530
Local Income
$400
Cashless
30
English
30
Temperature
11.0°C
Summer Avg
22.9°C
Winter Avg
-1.2°C
Record High
41.0°C
Record Low
-25.3°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
558 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
9.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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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 2025-12-07.
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 40/100.