The Black Sea Coast - Tourist Information

The Bulgarian coast (otherwise known as the Bulgarian Riviera) is washed by the calm waters of the Black Sea. There are 380 kilometres of marvelous beaches. The sea is calm and safe, with clear water. Here you will find healthy, clean air, fine golden sand and natural dunes, mineral water springs, blue flag winning resorts, hotels, holiday villages and campsites.

The average air temperature in the summer is about 28°C, although it can reach into the 40s in the middle of summer. The average water temperature is 25°C. There are more than 240 hours of sunshine in May and September and more than 300 hours in July and August. The two international airports of Varna and Burgas connect the Bulgarian Riviera to the world.

The Bulgarian Black Sea Coast
The Bulgarian Black Sea Coast
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The Northern Black Sea Coast

The northern Black Sea coast offers long, sandy beaches that are perfect for sunny holidays. The soft, pale sands and calm waters make these Black Sea resorts ideal for family holidays. The world-famous resort of Golden Sands has been the focus of a major investment programme and is a spectacular and sparkling resort with a beautiful promenade and a multitude of top-class restaurants, cafes and bars. At night the resort is brilliantly illuminated against the darkness of the clear skies, and the reflections glitter and shimmer on the sea. Golden Sands is a great place to take your holiday, no matter how young or old you are. Albena is another lively resort that is very popular with foreign tourists. Albena resort offers a great range of activities, both in and out of the water and, being very close to three international golf courses, is likely to attract even more holidaymakers during the coming years. St Konstantin and Elena resort, and the friendly resort of Kraveno, are a little smaller but also offer wonderful beaches and a good range of leisure facilities.

If you prefer your beaches to be a little wilder and less populated, try a bit further north, around the town of Kavarna. With little rocky coves and undeveloped stretches of the seashore, you can watch the local fishermen coming and going in their boats and sample their catches in the local restaurants. The area around Kavarna and Balchik includes a number of natural reserves, including the forests of Baltata and the bird-watchers paradise at Cape Kaliakra.

Wild beaches on the Black Sea
Wild beaches on the Black Sea
 

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We have many properties for sale in the northern Black Sea coastal region. You can click on the link following the listing below to see them all sorted in order from the cheapest cottages to the most luxurious villas and apartments.


 
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The Southern Black Sea Coast

On the Southern Black Sea coast you will find the largest of all the Bulgarian sea-side resorts, Sunny Beach (known locally as Slanchev Briag). Full of fun and lively activities, this is a real family resort. The long, sandy beach is bordered by a huge selection of hotels, restaurants, bars and shops. Water sports, jeep safaris, pony rides - there is something to suit everybody at Sunny Beach. However, if you are looking for a quiet and peaceful holiday, you will probably prefer to visit the unspoilt beach at Irakli and the picturesque and historic resorts of Nessebar and Sozopol. Wander along the narrow, cobbled streets of Nessebar and enjoy the beauty of the old National Revival buildings and the remains of the fortified walls. Sample the local fish dishes whilst sitting outside one of the many excellent restaurants and watching the world go by.

The Wild and the Beautiful - Irakli Beach
The Wild and the Beautiful - Irakli Beach
 

The cheapest southern Black Sea properties

Most of our southern Black Sea properties are apartments, ranging from budget priced studios in the exciting resort of Sunny Beach, to the splendour and sophistication of apartment suites in Sozopol or Aheloy. You can click on the link following the listing below to see them all sorted in order from the cheapest cottages to the most luxurious apartments.

 
 
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Further information

Aheloy
Aheloy is a small coastal town on the main road between Nessebar and Burgas. Its position between these more popular towns means that it is often overlooked by tourists and sight‑seers who usually pass it by on the way to somewhere else. But a closer look at Aheloy reveals a char
Albena
Albena is an exciting resort on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast with a beautiful location, high quality accommodation and a variety of amenities.
Avren
The municipal town of Avren is located approximately 20 minutes' drive from Varna City, 15 minutes' drive from the Black Sea coast, and 30 minutes' drive from Varna International Airport. Avren Municipality is a collection of small and friendly villages. It has a population of ar
Balchik
Balchik is a pretty town that nestles at the foot of white chalk hills. Cobblestone streets, twisting up the side of the hill, provide views across the rooftops and down to the sea below. The bright red roof‑top tiles stand out colourfully against the whiteness of the cliffs. Alt
Dobrich
Dobrich is an up‑and‑coming city with about 111,000 inhabitants. It is located in Southern Dobrudja, a region that lies between Varna (to the south) and the Romanian border (to the north). The city is named after one of its ancient rulers ‑ Boyar Dobrotitza.
Golden Sands
Golden Sands (known locally as Zlatni Pyasatsi) is one of the two largest resorts on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. It takes its name from the vast stretch of beautiful, clean, golden sand. According to a legend, Pirates buried their gold in the ground at the seaside resort and t
Irakli
Irakli beach is situated 4 kilometres from the village of Banya, hidden between the Black Sea resorts of Obzor (to the north) and Nessebar (to the south). Irakli is one of the most beautiful, wild beaches on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, where you can find an unspoilt sandy beac
Kavarna
Kavarna is an attractive and peaceful resort on the northern Black Sea coast of Bulgaria. For many years, Kavarna town has been known as a centre for culture and music. On 1st July each year, people from all over Bulgaria travel to the coast to greet the first rays of the sun at
Nessebar
Nessebar is located on a small peninsula on the Black Sea coast, and is linked to the land by a long, narrow isthmus. The village has existed for more than 9,000 years. It started as a fortified Thracian settlement, although it has been occupied by both the Greeks and Romans.
Sozopol
Sozopol is an ancient town on the southern end of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. A stroll along the cobbled streets will reveal a wealth of charming fisherman's cottages snuggled up to the water's edge, where bright blue boats can be found tethered to the shore. The town was foun
St. Konstantin & Elena
St Konstantin and Elena is a relaxed and friendly resort that is situated between Varna and Golden Sands. It is particularly popular with affluent Bulgarian tourists and Russian investors. One of the things that makes St Konstantin special is that the resort has a total of 7 mine
Sunny Beach
Sunny Beach (or Slunchev Bryag as it is known locally) is one of the two largest resorts on the Black Sea Coast. It is a very lively resort full of hotels, restaurants, bars and shops. Chinese, Indian, Bulgarian and international restaurants can all be found here, along with McDo
Yambol
The city of Yambol (or Jambol) sits along both sides of the Tundja River. It is built on the site of a Roman fortress, although there are indications that there were settlements here in the neolithic, eneolithic and \"bronze age\" periods. There are still many indications of the Ro
Golf In Bulgaria
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Balchik

Once named Dionissopolis, after the God of wine, Balchik is a picturesque resort with cobblestone streets. The yachting marina at Balchik and the nearby pavement cafes, restaurants and hotels give the town a decidedly Mediterranean feel. Balchik also has a majestic palace with beautiful botanical gardens which was once the summer residence of Queen Marie of Romania.

Kavarna

The town of Kavarna lies a few kilometres north of Balchik, and is becoming increasingly popular with investors, especially with the development of the nearby, championship-level golf courses. In the summer, Kavarna hosts an important (and very noisy) 3 day rock festival which has featured several celebrated artists including Billy Idol, Man-of-War and Alice Cooper.

Albena

Albena is a beautiful and very popular beach resort on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast with an outstanding location, high quality accommodation and a variety of leisure activities.

Rogachevo

The village of Rogachevo lies four kilometres away from the beach resort of Albena. The spectacular mountain and sea views, together with the planned golf course, have made this one of the most sought-after areas on the coast and Rogachevo is rapidly becoming one of the best places to invest in Bulgaria.

Varna

Varna is known as Bulgaria's 'Sea Capital', and it has the largest harbour in the country which is used for both the navy and commercial shipping. It is also a large industrial, cultural, educational and scientific centre in Bulgaria. There is a vast range of hotels, restaurants and bars in Varna. In addition to restaurants offering Bulgarian cuisine, you will find Turkish, Italian, Chinese and Indian restaurants and even Sushi bars. The extensive Sea Garden offers many quiet and peaceful places to stroll. Pathways lead down through the gardens to the beach, where you can find a selection of sea-front restaurants.

Byala

Byala is a mix of traditional working village and tourist resort with much of its prosperity due to the thriving local wine industry. Within easy reach of both Varna and Burgas, Byala is in a great position to take advantage of cheap flights to both international airports.

Obzor

Situated about 45 minutes´ drive south of Varna, Obzor has long been favoured by the Bulgarians. As the areas around Golden Sands and Sunny Beach become saturated, investors are wisely looking to attractive and desirable resorts such as Obzor. Within easy reach of both Varna and Burgas, Obzor is similar to Byala in being midway between the coastal airports.

Golden Sands

Golden Sands is one of the two largest resorts on the Black Sea coast. It takes its name from the vast stretch of beautiful, clean, golden sand. Golden Sands is a very lively and cosmopolitan resort that offers extensive entertainment facilities for all ages. There are frequent bus services between the resort and the sea capital, Varna which is only a short drive away.

Burgas

The city of Burgas has a population of almost 200,000 people. It is the second largest city on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. Burgas is also the fourth largest city in the country, following Sofia, Plovdiv and Varna.

Nessebar

Close to Sunny Beach and Burgas, Nessebar is located on a small peninsula on the Black Sea coast, which is linked with the land only by a long and narrow isthmus. The village has existed for more than 9,000 years and started as a fortified Thracian settlement and was since occupied by both the Greeks and the Romans.

Sunny Beach

Sunny Beach is one of the two largest resorts on the Black Sea Coast. It is a very lively resort full of hotels, restaurants, bars and shops. Chinese, Indian, Bulgarian and other international restaurants can all be found here, as well as several McDonald's. The beach is long and golden, and has become the most popular summer tourist destination for Britons in Bulgaria.

 
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