Olt County

Olt County is an administrative region in southeastern Romania, situated between the Olt River and the Romanian Plain, with Slatina serving as its administrative center. The territory encompasses numerous smaller administrative units, including towns and rural communes, connected by a network of roads throughout the area.

The territory formed part of medieval Wallachia from the 15th century before being integrated into modern Romania's administrative structure. This long connection with Wallachian history continues to shape the local identity and boundaries of the region today.

The municipalities hold traditional Romanian celebrations featuring music and craft displays where regional food and local customs are presented to the community. These events are woven into the everyday life of residents and keep local traditions alive through participation and shared experience.

Visitors should be aware that the region consists of many small and larger towns spread across the territory, accessible mainly by road connections. It works best to explore individual towns and communes by vehicle or to use local bus services that run between administrative centers.

The Olt River, which gives its name to the county, creates a natural division between two distinct historical regions with different cultural and geographical characteristics. This boundary has shaped separate local identities within the territory over the course of centuries.

Location: Romania

Capital city: Slatina

Shares border with: Teleorman County, Argeș County, Vâlcea County, Dolj County

Website: http://prefecturaolt.ro

GPS coordinates: 44.43330,24.36670

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:03