Region
News from the Burgas region outside the city — municipalities, villages, local economy, infrastructure, and community initiatives.
6Fest 2026: International street artists conquer Sofia, Varna, and Tsarevo
The international street art festival 6Fest returns with an extensive program in Sofia, Varna, and Tsarevo this July. See the program featuring artists from five countries.
Varna hosts EGEO 2026: Young geographers from 13 countries compete for gold
Varna is set to host the European Geography Olympiad 2026. More than 100 students from 13 countries will compete in theoretical and field tests from June 28 to July 2.
Sunny Beach South receives 'Blue Flag' for the 19th time
Sunny Beach South reaffirms its status as an elite beach with the international 'Blue Flag' eco-certificate for the 19th consecutive year. Learn more about the amenities, safety, and accessibility for people with disabilities.
Important change: “Peyo K. Yavorov” Street becomes part of the Blue Zone
From June 25, “Peyo K. Yavorov” Street is included in the Blue Zone coverage. See when the marking installation begins and what the new parking rules are.
Varna Prosecutor's Office cracks down on illegal construction in Baba Alino
The Varna Prosecutor's Office is investigating illegal construction and drilling in the Baba Alino area. Businessman Oleg Nevzorov has been questioned in relation to 5 pre-trial proceedings.
"Metamorphosis": A new Bulgarian film, shot in Pomorie, tells truths about family
Filming has wrapped on the short film "Metamorphosis". A story about two brothers, shot in Pomorie with the support of the National Culture Fund. See the details about the film.
Inspection at Ofitserski Beach in Varna: Why is the water unsafe?
RIOSV-Varna has launched a large-scale inspection of Ofitserski Beach following reports of contaminated water. Experts are examining the Shokor Canal and the quality of the seawater.
Pomorie becomes a center of arts: 12th edition of the "Ship of Arts"
The international children's festival "Ship of Arts" returns to Pomorie! See the full program, participants, and details for the event in June 2026.
Sozopol Municipality modernizes social services base with a new project
Sozopol Municipality has launched a project to renovate the grounds of the Center for Social Rehabilitation and Integration and the Day Care Center for Children with Disabilities. The investment aims to provide a safer and more accessible environment for children with disabilities and individuals at risk.
Saint Vlas Film Fest 2024: Program, films, and free admission
The fifth edition of the Saint Vlas Film Fest begins on July 2nd with the film "Made in E.U". See the full program, the jury members, and which Bulgarian productions will be presented.
Youth from Nessebar build the future of tourism through the COOPOWER project
Students from the Vocational High School of Tourism in Sunny Beach discussed the future of the region and sustainable tourism with the support of the Municipality of Nessebar and ABCO.
SGKK – Varna: The cadastre only reflects reality, it does not verify legality
The former head of SGKK – Varna, engineer Krasimira Bozhkova, clarifies that the cadastre is a registration body and is obliged to record buildings regardless of their legality.
Two large illegal landfills cleaned up in Sozopol
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.
Fuel oil pollution on Southern Black Sea beaches: RIEW takes measures
Dozens of reports of fuel oil washing up on beaches between Sozopol and Tsarevo have alerted the environmental inspectorate. RIEW-Burgas has ordered an immediate cleanup.
Scandal at the Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre Agency in Varna: Dismissed chief challenges his termination in court
The Administrative Court in Varna is reviewing an appeal against the dismissal of the head of the local cadastre office due to the "Baba Alino" case. The plaintiff claims that the order is unfounded.