Sveti Vlas 2022 🇧🇬: Bulgaria's Saint-Tropez

The first settlement on the current site of Sveti Vlas was founded as early as the 2nd century AD. In the 14th century, the settlement was renamed Sveti Vlas in honor of Saint Blaise.

General information

The town has a permanent population of just over 4,000 and a school. The resort of Sveti Vlas is sometimes called the Bulgarian Saint-Tropez.
The proximity to the above-mentioned mountain and the sea causes the air waves to change direction three to four times a day, which creates a unique microclimate of a mixture of mountain and sea air, which promotes the treatment of respiratory diseases.
Sveti Vlas is hardly a quiet resort; sometimes you can hear loud music in the distance, and the closer you get to the sea, the more people you encounter. But the town is much quieter than Sunny Beach.

Location

The resort town of Sveti Vlas is located in Bulgaria, adjacent to Sunny Beach from the north, at the foot of the southern slope of the Roga Stara Planina mountain.
Therefore, the town is protected from northern winds. Sveti Vlas stretches from west to east for more than 5 kilometers.

How to get there?

The nearest airports are in Burgas, 33 km away, and Varna, 100 km away. Buses run from Burgas to Sveti Vlas several times a day. Sveti Vlas is connected by direct bus service to Sunny Beach and Nesebar. Bus stops are located throughout the city. Buy the cheapest bus tickets. You can do it here.

There is a bus schedule, but it is only valid during the holiday season; in winter there are far fewer routes.

A free shuttle service is also available for groups of six or more. Small boats also depart to Nessebar. There are several car and bicycle rentals in the town.

Parking near the sea is mostly paid, with the one near the pier costing 1.5 euros per hour. Further from the sea, you can find free parking, and even empty spaces. You can book a private transfer to Sveti Vlas. here.

Beach

Roads and paths to the beaches run mainly through the territories of various complexes and are not easy to find right away.

The largest beach, Central Beach, stretches for over 700 meters. There are smaller beaches—West Beach, East Beach, and others. To get to the beaches in Sveti Vlas, you need to descend these steps.

The beach in Sveti Vlas is sandy, with very fine, soft sand. The entry into the sea is decent, the bottom is sandy, and it's not immediately deep, but you don't have to walk 100 meters to get there.

The beach has lifeguards and a medical team. As with other beaches, you can rent umbrellas, sun loungers, and water rides.

In addition to the area with paid umbrellas, there is also an area for free beach use.

Our traditional column. The sea water is a whopping 28.7 degrees.

Beach prices: umbrella – €4, sun lounger – €4. It's worth noting that the beaches in Sveti Vlas have been awarded the Blue Flag.

Accommodation

Sveti Vlas hotels on the map:

Accommodation prices start at €29 per night for a double room for a week. This price is for a room in a guesthouse and not very close to the sea. The city offers hotels ranging from 1 to 5 stars. The best-reviewed hotel is the Onyx Beach Residence, with a 9.5 rating. However, the price per night for this 4-star hotel is €189.

It's also worth noting that Sveti Vlas currently has a large supply of properties for sale. However, prices are significantly higher than in Sunny Beach, for example. Prices start at €20,000 for a one-bedroom apartment and go up to €50,000 for a three-bedroom apartment. You can find apartments even cheaper, but there will likely be some issues.

Nutrition

Sveti Vlas has a wide selection of restaurants and cafes. You can also grab a bite at one of the bars along the promenade near the pier.

There are grocery stores "Mercury" and "Diamant" in the city itself, not far from the city exit, as well as many small shops scattered around the city, including themed ones like a wine store.
If you're looking for the best prices on groceries, Lidl is the place to go. It's located at the entrance to Sunny Beach from Varna. It's always busy.

What to see in Sveti Vlas?

The Church of St. Blaise stands on the site of an ancient monastery of the same name, which was destroyed in the 17th century. In 2010, in the presence of a large crowd, the church was consecrated by Metropolitan Ioannik of Sliven together with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. It is considered one of the best-maintained churches in Bulgaria.

The Arena amphitheater is located nearby. It hosts over 100 historical performances each year. It also hosts concerts and other events, mostly free. The schedule of events is posted at the entrance.

Yacht Marina Dinevi.

This is the resort's center and Sveti Vlas's main attraction. The marina, with its clubs and restaurants, has become famous among Bulgaria's wealthier set, and expensive cars like Ferraris and Porsches are often seen here. Luxury yachts are also available for rent. For example, renting a motor yacht for eight hours costs €8,000.

Also at a distance of 10 km is the ancient town of Nessebar, included in UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites.

There are two large water parks nearby: Action Water Park is 8 km away and Nessebar Water Park is 15 km away.
Water sports enthusiasts will love the Paradise Nessebar Water Park in Ravda and the Action Water Park in Sunny Beach. Getting to the water parks is quite easy: free minibuses stop at public transport stops every 10-15 minutes.
Aquaparadise is more suitable for teenagers and adults, while Action attracts families with small children – it has more children's slides and even a small zoo.
Another small water park, "Pirates of the Caribbean," is located next to the Kotva Hotel. It's near the "Stadium" stop on any bus going to Old Nessebar or Burgas. Featuring a real pirate schooner, this water park is considered the most affordable due to its low ticket price.

You can also buy a tour at the tour desks on Tsar Simeon Street.

Advantages of the resort

Disadvantages of the resort

Have you been to Sveti Vlas and what did you like? Please let us know in the comments.

Sea water temperature in Sveti Vlas by month

Weather in Sveti Vlas today

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