The Bulgarian coast (otherwise known as the Bulgarian Riviera) is washed by the calm waters of the Black Sea. There are 380 kilometres of marvellous 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 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, cafés 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 Kranevo, 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
We have the cheapest northern Black Sea properties
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.
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 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.
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 charming
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Albena
The lovely resort of Albena is situated between Golden Sands and the historic town of Balchik. It is one of Bulgaria's most luxurious coastal resorts and is very popular with foreign tourists, particularly those from Russia and Germany. Albena is a family resort, with fun and entertainment
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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. Although
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Byala (Varna)
The village of Byala (population 2,330 inhabitants) is a romantic village situated 50 kilometres south from the sea capital, Varna and 79 kilometres north of Burgas.
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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 the
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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 beach,
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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 the
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Kranevo
Kranevo is a small and, as yet, relatively undeveloped sea‑side resort on the northern Black Sea coast of Bulgaria. This attractive and friendly little town sits between the larger, and busier, resorts of Golden Sands and Albena. Kranevo is a favourite resort with Bulgarian holidaymakers
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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.
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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 founded
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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 mineral
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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 McDonald's.
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Golf In Bulgaria
Bulgaria's climate is an essential factor in attracting golf tourism to the country. Often, Mediterranean golf destinations become too hot during the summer, making it a less than pleasant experience. Similarly, there are courses in parts of Spain and Cyprus which can become very
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Investment In Bulgaria
Bulgarian property is an excellent investment. Wise investors know that a relatively young market like Bulgaria can provide substantial return on investment.
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Tourist Information
Bulgaria is a small country situated in south‑Eastern Europe. Bulgaria occupies the central part of the Balkan Peninsula on both sides of the Balkan mountain range. To the north, Bulgaria shares a border with Romania. The largest part of this border runs along the River Danube. To
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Travelling to Bulgaria
We are happy to help you choose and book your flights between the UK and Bulgaria. Below is a list of airlines that offer scheduled flights from the UK to Bulgaria. During the summer months, you can also buy \"flight only\" deals from holiday companies such as Thomsons and Balkan Holidays.
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Viewing Trips
Many people are happy to buy new or off‑plan properties without visiting them. However, most people who intend to buy a property in Bulgaria (or any other country) want to view the property and the area around it.
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