Burgas
Current news from the city — local politics, urban projects, infrastructure, and daily life in Burgas.
Burgas security guards received first aid training for lifesaving
Security guards of establishments in Burgas have undergone specialized first aid training, organized by the Municipality of Burgas, the Association of Young Physicians, and the Regional Health Inspectorate. The aim is to prepare the security guards to respond adequately to incidents and save lives in critical situations.
Mineral baths in Burgas with temporary water supply interruption
On June 9, the supply of mineral water will be interrupted in the Burgas mineral baths and fountains in the "Vetren" district for a period of 2 hours. This is necessary due to the connection of a new section of the water pipeline.
The regional road administrations are removing illegal advertising boards along the roads.
By order of the Chairman of the Road Infrastructure Agency, Eng. Yordan Valchev, the regional road administrations will remove all advertising facilities placed without permission in the vicinity of the national road network. This measure aims to ensure the safety of traffic on the roads.
Burgas and the EIB are joining forces to create a leading scientific center
The European Investment Bank will advise Burgas on the plan to build a modern science campus that will serve the universities in the city. The new center is expected to open its doors in 2027 and attract Bulgarian and international researchers and students.
The Municipality of Burgas is undertaking a large-scale infrastructure project for the Southern bypass of the city.
The Municipality of Burgas is starting the realization of one of its most ambitious infrastructure projects – the construction of the Southern bypass of the city. The project includes the purchase of private lands, the construction of a new road junction and overpass, as well as a water facility. The project is expected to be completed by 2030, with work on the first stage starting this month.
Travel to the cemetery for Cherry Zadushnitsa - Full information on public transport
On June 7, 2025, Orthodox Christians celebrate Cherry Memorial Day - a church holiday to honor the memory of deceased loved ones. To travel to the cemeteries, city residents can use various city bus lines, whose routes and schedules are detailed in the text.
Charitable initiative "In Memory of Yordan and Atanas" donates life-saving equipment for the pediatric departments at the University Hospital Burgas
The director of the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior in Burgas, Senior Commissioner Vladimir Marinov, handed over a donation for the two pediatric departments of the University Hospital of Burgas as part of the charitable initiative "In Memory of Yordan and Atanas". The donation includes life-saving medical equipment that will be used for the diagnosis and intensive treatment of children in the region. The initiative is the work of the Burgas resident Nikolay Ivanov and employees of the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior - Burgas, in memory of the two deceased police officers Atanas Gradev and Yordan Iliev.
The Minister of Regional Development will inspect the modernization of the Mezdra-Botevgrad road.
The Minister of Regional Development and Public Works, Ivan Ivanov, will conduct an inspection tomorrow, on June 5, of the modernization of the high-speed road between Mezdra and Botevgrad. He will make a statement to the media in the area of the village of Lyuti Dol.
The mobile art installation for sustainable water management arrives in Burgas.
A beautifully painted pipe, created by young people with disabilities, arrives in Burgas as part of a traveling art installation that carries messages of inclusion, solidarity, and the protection of water resources. The installation is linked to a large-scale project for the reconstruction of the water supply and sewerage infrastructure in the region, aimed at improving the quality of drinking and wastewater.
The Municipality of Burgas reports record amounts of separately collected waste in 2024.
In 2024, Burgas Municipality collected 301 tons of separately collected waste, 81 tons more than the previous year. The largest quantities collected were paper, tires, electrical and electronic equipment, plastic and metals. The municipality awards prizes to the first 10 ranked citizens based on the accumulated points from the waste they have submitted.
The Municipality of Burgas invites citizens to participate in the renewal of urban space.
The Municipality of Burgas is organizing a public discussion to involve local residents in the transformation of the area around the bus stop on "Democracy" Boulevard. Citizens can familiarize themselves with the conceptual design, make proposals, and express their needs and desires for a more attractive and convenient urban environment.
The art of Korea - a millennia-old tradition, interwoven with global influences
Upcoming lecture in Burgas will present the dynamic and visually engaging world of Korean art - from ancient tombs and Buddhist relics to contemporary artistic practices. Renowned art historian Dr. Beatrix Meshi will examine how Korean art fits into or opposes global aesthetic trends.
Burgas invests in modern and energy-efficient street lighting
The Municipality of Burgas is starting the replacement of over 2,300 old street lighting fixtures with new, highly efficient LED lamps. The project will cover the central city area and three residential neighborhoods, and 85 old poles will also be replaced. Significant improvement in energy performance and lighting levels is expected.
Former politician with a new book about the nature of the Rhodope Mountains
The Chairperson of the National Assembly Tsveta Karayancheva presents her debut book "Rhodope Mountain Square" in Burgas. The book reveals her passion for the incredible nature and unique culture of the Eastern Rhodopes, offering alternative routes and assistance for the discoverers of beauty.
Burgas students triumph at the first beach volleyball tournament
Students from the Trade High School and the Goethe National English High School won the first places among the boys and girls at the debut student beach volleyball tournament held in Burgas. The competition brought together teams from 13 schools and was organized by the Municipal Enterprise International Youth Cultural Center-Burgas and the Beach Volley Burgas club.