Sihleanu - Lake Jirlău
Lake in Brăila county
What it feels like
Cool air at altitude, water that mirrors the sky, the smell of pine on the shore. The kind of stillness that resets you.
Lake Jirlău, a lowland lake in the Brăila Plain, is an ornithological reserve with colonies of pelicans, herons and wild ducks. Carp and crucian carp fishing and birdwatching are the main activities for visitors reaching this little-frequented area.
Best time to visit
June through September. Higher-altitude lakes may freeze or be inaccessible in winter.
How to get there
Address: Jirlău, Brăila. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.
