Two large illegal landfills cleaned up in Sozopol

22.06.2026 | Region

The Municipality of Sozopol undertook a large-scale cleanup operation of illegal landfills in the "Misarya" quarter. 36 cubic meters of waste were removed. Citizens are being urged to act responsibly.

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Cleanup campaign in the "Misarya" neighborhood

The teams of Sozopol Municipality have successfully completed a cleanup campaign of two large unregulated landfills in the "Misarya" neighborhood. The site, which had been turned into an illegal waste dump, has now been cleared, providing a better environment for the residents and guests of the city.

"Maintaining cleanliness is a shared responsibility. We urge everyone to be environmentally responsible," commented the local administration.

What kind of waste was collected?

The results of the operation show a significant amount of discarded trash that threatened the ecological condition of the area:

Sozopol Municipality reminds the public that illegal waste disposal is subject to penalties and urges citizens and tourists to use the designated areas for this purpose. The cleanliness of the city is key to the successful development of tourism and the quality of life.