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Panoramic view of Burgas. The harbour can be seen on the left, while a sandy beach and the Black Sea can be seen on the right. In the centre of the picture is the city with buildings and green areas.
Panoramic view of Burgas. The harbour can be seen on the left, while a sandy beach and the Black Sea can be seen on the right. In the centre of the picture is the city with buildings and green areas.

Burgas

Published: 15 April 2025, 14:30

Pearl of the Black Sea

Dobre doshli, Bulgaria! Off to Burgas, the coastal town on the bay of the same name on the Black Sea! What can you do here? How about relaxing on the beach and taking a dip?  Central Beach, one of the city's most popular beaches with fine, golden sand and crystal-clear water, is the perfect place for this. Right next to it, you can stroll through the sea garden. The extensive park is a green oasis with playgrounds, cafés and an open-air theatre. Burgas also offers a variety of museums, including the Archaeological Museum with insights into the ancient history of the region.

If you are out and about in the city centre, you should definitely visit the Cyril and Methodius Church, which is dedicated to the inventors of the Cyrillic alphabet. At the gates of the city lies Lake Atanasovsko, a lagoon between sea and land, which is ideal for birdwatching and therapeutic mud bathing. In the evening, don't miss the spectacular sunset from the pier.

Numbers, data, facts

  • Time difference: + one hour
  • Population: 200,000
  • Official language: Bulgarian
  • Currency: Bulgarian LEW (BGN)

Five views of Burgas and surroundings

A coastal town with a long pier jutting out into the turquoise-coloured sea. A sandy beach stretches along the shore, with a green park behind it. The urban development can be seen in the background.
In Burgas, all the good things are close together: the Black Sea, the fine sandy beach, the pier with a view, the extensive sea gardens and the lively city centre. © dudlajzov/stock.adobe.com
A church with two towers and a central dome. It stands on a paved square, surrounded by green trees and houses. A person approaches the entrance to the church.
In the heart of Burgas stands the magnificent Orthodox Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius, who coined the Cyrillic alphabet. © dudlajzov/stock.adobe.com
A historic yellow corner building with decorative white stucco elements and a striking round tower with a copper-coloured dome. The sky is blue and slightly cloudy.
Keep your eyes peeled as you stroll through the city centre! Here you will see beautiful buildings that characterise the cityscape. Numerous cafés invite you to linger. © Stanislava/stock.adobe.com
A landscape with salt pans. There are reeds in the foreground, while several salt pans and workers can be seen in the background. The surroundings are flat, with hills on the horizon.
Watch birds, extract salt, take a mud bath: All of this is possible around Lake Atanasovsko, which is known for its biodiversity. © d_zheleva/stock.adobe.com
A square with a white lighthouse and buildings with red tiled roofs. A path leads through a well-kept environment with trees, flowers, benches and a signpost.
By boat to the island of St Anastasia: Bulgaria's only inhabited island is home to a former monastery from the Middle Ages and a beautiful lighthouse. © dudlajzov/stock.adobe.com

From Nessebar to Strandja: interesting excursions

From Burgas, there are numerous exciting excursion destinations with something for everyone. One highlight is the town of Nessebar, whose picturesque old town and impressive historic churches have earned it UNESCO World Heritage Site status. The coastal town of Sozopol is one of the oldest towns in Bulgaria. Also worth a visit is Pomorie, where the famous salt pans and the healing Pomorie seaside spa can be visited. Nature lovers will get their money's worth in the Ropotamo Reserve. A boat trip through the unspoilt landscape promises an unforgettable experience. Those who like to be active should explore the Strandja Mountains, which are ideal for hiking and offer an insight into the region's authentic way of life with traditional villages.

Highlights around Burgas

A cobbled street in a historic neighbourhood with traditional houses made of wood and brick. A restaurant decorated with plants can be seen in the foreground.
Around 35 kilometres north-east of Burgas lies the idyllic town of Nessebar. The UNESCO World Heritage town is known for its picturesque old town and historic churches. © golovianko/stock.adobe.com
An aerial view of a peninsula surrounded by the sea. The city stretches along the coast with a dense development of residential buildings. Beaches and harbour facilities line the coast.
Pomorie is located on a narrow peninsula and is known for its salt production. The Pomorie seaside resort offers healing salt and mud baths. © Valentin/stock.adobe.com
A seaside resort with turquoise-coloured water. In the foreground, blooming pink flowers adorn a railing, while rocky cliffs and green terraces run behind it. Houses with red roofs stand on the cliffs.
The coastal town of Sozopol is half an hour south of Burgas. The old town centre impresses with its wooden houses. There are also marvellous beaches for swimming here. © SCStock/stock.adobe.com
A coastal landscape with a river flowing into the sea. The surrounding area is covered in dense greenery and forest, with sandy areas and wetlands in the foreground.
How about a trip to the Ropotama reserve? On a guided boat tour on the Ropotama River, you can marvel at water birds, turtles and fields of water lilies. © dudlajzov/stock.adobe.com
A small, natural waterfall in the middle of a green, wooded landscape. The water flows over several rocky steps and is surrounded by lush vegetation, which gives the picture a lively and fresh appearance.
The Strandzha Mountains and the Dokuzak Waterfall are beautiful destinations in south-east Bulgaria, close to the border with Turkey. They are ideal for hiking. © dudlajzov/stock.adobe.com

Burgas from BER

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Five tips for ...

  1. breakfast in one of the many cafés around Trojkata Square
  2. in the morning: walk through the sea garden and visit the beach
  3. have lunch at the fish restaurant at the harbour
  4. afternoon: visit the Archaeological Museum
  5. in the evening: watch the sunset on the pier 

  1. refreshing: Ayran – drink made from yoghurt, water and a pinch of salt
  2. for breakfast: Boza – fermented drink made from millet
  3. popular in summer: compote – homemade fruit drink
  4. warming in winter: Salep – hot drink made from orchid tuber flour
  5. as an aperitif: Rakija – high-proof fruit brandy (national drink)

  1. take a boat trip from Burgas to the island of St Anastasia
  2. splash around, swim and slide at Nessebar Aquapark
  3. hike to the Dokuzak waterfall in Strandzha National Park
  4. experience the sand sculpture festival (July to September) in Burgas
  5. explore the playgrounds in the Burgas Sea Garden

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