Danube Day in Romania

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In 2026, Danube Day in Romania will be celebrated under the motto “United by Danube.”

Throughout June 2026, Romania will mark Danube Day with a series of activities aimed at raising awareness, encouraging public engagement, and promoting the protection of the Danube at both national and local level.

Official Press Communication Campaign
A national communication campaign will support Danube Day through the preparation and dissemination of press releases, helping to raise the profile of the celebration and its key messages in national and local media.

  • Type of activity: Press and media campaign
  • Location: National and local media
  • Date: June 2026

Special Basin Committees' Meetings
Special meetings of basin committees will bring together stakeholders to discuss environmental challenges, water management, and community involvement in protecting the Danube.

  • Type of activity: Stakeholder meetings and discussions
  • Location: Various Water Basin Administrations
  • Date: June 2026

Local Communities' Awareness Events
A range of awareness-raising events will engage children and the wider public in learning more about Danube protection through educational and community-based activities.

  • Type of activity: Educational and public awareness events
  • Location: Riparian Danube Water Basin Administrations
  • Date: June 2026

Country Coordinators

Anca Finantu of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Forests at anca.finantu@mmediu.ro 

Florentina Costea of the National Administration ”Romanian Waters” at @email