Bulgarian Coastline of the Black Sea

The Bulgarian Black Sea coastline extends 378 kilometers featuring over 230 diverse beaches, sandy shores, rocky cliffs, caves, and forested areas that create varied recreational opportunities for visitors throughout the summer season.

This ancient coastline has been inhabited since Thracian times, later hosting Greek colonies, Roman settlements, and Byzantine territories, with UNESCO World Heritage site Nessebar preserving medieval churches and archaeological ruins from these civilizations.

The region celebrates its maritime heritage through seafood cuisine including grilled fish, calamari, and mussels, while traditional festivals showcase Bulgarian folk music, dance, and crafts that reflect centuries of coastal living traditions.

Travelers can access the coast via Burgas and Varna international airports with connections to major European cities, while the completed Trakia motorway provides direct road links from Sofia to coastal destinations.

Cape Emine marks where the Balkan Mountains meet the Black Sea, creating a natural division between northern rocky headlands reaching 70 meters high and southern expansive sandy beaches perfect for swimming.

Location: Bulgaria

GPS coordinates: 42.36800,27.70800

Latest update: July 23, 2025 15:13