# Bulgarian Black Sea Coast

> The Bulgarian Black Sea coast is about 378 km long, with roughly 130 km of sandy beaches. Road I-9 links the places from Durankulak to Burgas, and Strandzha N

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The Bulgarian Black Sea coast is about 378 km long, with roughly 130 km of sandy beaches. Road I-9 links the places from Durankulak to Burgas, and Strandzha Nature Park lies in the south.

- **Region:** Bulgaria
- **Length:** 378 km
- **Start / end:** Durankulak / Rezovo
- **Road:** I-9 (Durankulak–Burgas)
- **Best season:** Late spring to early autumn

Tolls and vignettes for a car: about €8 (Bulgaria, Vignette).

## What should you know before visiting Bulgarian Black Sea Coast?

- Motorhomes in category M1 have needed an e-vignette since 13 February 2024 regardless of weight, replacing the earlier toll above 3.5 t. Check the current rules with BGTOLL.
- Camping outside designated sites is sanctioned on the coast. According to a media report, an inspection at Pasha Dere near Varna found dozens of illegally placed tents and caravans.
- Varna in the north and Burgas in the south are the coast's largest cities and seaports. Resorts such as Albena, Golden Sands and Sunny Beach lie between them.
- The southernmost stretch of coast lies in Strandzha Nature Park. According to Wikipedia, the south has wide sandy beaches, while the north has rocky headlands and cliffs.

## The drive

Road I-9 runs along the coast from the Romanian border at Durankulak to Burgas. In the north lie places such as Shabla and Kavarna, followed by Albena and Golden Sands before Varna. South of Varna come Kamchia, Byala, Obzor and Sunny Beach, then Pomorie and Burgas. Further south lie Primorsko, Kiten, Tsarevo and Sinemorets. The coast ends at Rezovo in the far southeast.

## Camping

Authorities on the coast act against tents, caravans and motorhomes outside designated camping areas. According to the report, the basis is the forestry law and the Black Sea coast law. Plan on campsites and ask the municipality. The e-vignette is sold on the BGTOLL website and app and at self-service terminals in shops; BGTOLL maps the sales points. Check the vehicle category and any trailer rule before buying.

## FAQs

**Do I need a vignette for my motorhome in Bulgaria?**
Yes. Since 13 February 2024, motorhomes in category M1 pay an e-vignette regardless of weight; the earlier toll above 3.5 t no longer applies to them. Check the current rules with BGTOLL before driving.

**May I wild camp on the Black Sea coast?**
Authorities act against tents, caravans and motorhomes outside designated camping areas, for example at Pasha Dere near Varna. The source gives no general rule; plan on campsites and ask the municipality.

**Which cities lie on the coast?**
Varna in the north and Burgas in the south are the largest cities and seaports. Between them lie resorts such as Albena, Golden Sands, Sunny Beach and Pomorie. Road I-9 links them from Durankulak to Burgas.

**How much are the tolls on Bulgarian Black Sea Coast?**
Tolls and vignettes for a car: about €8 (Bulgaria, Vignette). Estimate with typical rates; motorhomes pay more, and vehicles over 3.5 t often pay by distance.

## Places to see

- [Balchik Palace](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b7-balchik-palace/)
- [Cape Kaliakra](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b7-cape-kaliakra/)
- [Aladzha Monastery](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b7-aladzha-monastery/)

## Campsites nearby

- [All campsites in Bulgaria](https://camping-spirit.com/camping/bulgaria/)