Brașov, Romania 🇷🇴
#652
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Nomad Score:
70%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Brașov offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, with good options for apartments in the city center and outskirts.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with buses covering most areas.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Affordable options for movies, theaters, and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
79%
Weight: 10
Gyms are reasonably priced, with many offering monthly memberships under €30.
💱 Currency Stability
71%
Weight: 30
The Romanian leu is relatively stable but can experience moderate fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with speeds often exceeding 100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, mostly concentrated in the city center.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
A growing number of cafes cater to digital nomads with good seating and power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Brașov is emerging as a digital nomad destination but is less popular than Bucharest or Cluj.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
86%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Good balance with access to nature and a relaxed lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Clean air and proximity to mountains contribute to good environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
73%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean, though some areas can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
Romanian is the official language; English is commonly spoken in tourist and business areas.
💨 Air Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, especially compared to larger Romanian cities.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are decent, with some private clinics offering high standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Combination of public and private healthcare options available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
61%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers; some rainy days in spring and autumn.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
84%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and easy access to surrounding forests and mountains.
❄️ Air Conditioning
59%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in older buildings; newer accommodations often have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet, especially outside the city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with festivals and museums.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs, but quieter than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, skiing, and mountain activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Romanian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
64%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
77%
Weight: 25
Diverse local and international cuisine options at affordable prices.
🧠 Yoga Studios
62%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as many as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are accessible and affordable.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time (EET) is convenient for European and some Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing tech and startup meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but still small.
🏢 Coworking Quality
67%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
61%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem, mostly tech-focused but smaller than Bucharest or Cluj.
💳 Local Payment Services
73%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
54%
Weight: 15
Interest is growing but adoption remains limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
57%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Bucharest (~2.5 hours away); local airport has limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
79%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus network within the city.
🚶 Walkability
76%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is very walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
71%
Weight: 15
Uber and Bolt operate in Brașov with reasonable availability.
🚲 Cycling
58%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure but some bike lanes and trails.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Romanian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
49%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
82%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide; 5G is expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Romania is in the EU but not in Schengen; visa requirements vary by nationality.
📊 Tax Friendliness
63%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for freelancers and startups.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
81%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with occasional political shifts.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
67%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
69%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
32%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
64%
Weight: 50
Growing community and infrastructure but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
51%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events; more informal meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
58%
Weight: 20
Some online groups and forums but limited compared to major hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
74%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for female travelers and nomads.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for minorities but improving.