Svishtov–Zimnicea ferry remains suspended due to low Danube levels
Border Police confirms the restriction in its 8 October bulletin. It has been in place since 21 July.
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The Svishtov–Zimnicea ferry remains out of service because of low water levels on the Danube. The restriction is listed in Border Police’s update for 06:00 on 8 October.
The suspension has been in place since 21 July 2026. Today’s bulletin confirms the continuing restriction without announcing a reopening date.
Travellers heading to Romania should check current information for their chosen route before departure.
Source: Border Police Directorate, traffic update for 06:00 on 8 October 2026.
Archive view of Svishtov and the Danube: Mihail Dobrev / Unsplash. The photo does not show current river levels or ferry operations. Size: 1200×675 px.
