Record Number of Bulgarian Beaches and Marinas Awarded Blue Flag Status for 2026

A total of 26 beaches and 6 marinas along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast have been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag for the 2026 season. This is the highest number of certified sites in Bulgaria to date and highlights the country’s growing focus on clean coastal areas, safety, sustainability and high-quality tourism services.

The Blue Flag is one of the world’s most recognised eco-labels in tourism. It is awarded annually according to strict international criteria related to seawater quality, environmental management, safety, accessibility, infrastructure and service standards.

According to the Bulgarian Blue Flag Movement, the record number of awarded sites reflects the rising standards along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast and the long-term efforts of concessionaires, local authorities and the tourism sector to create a cleaner, safer and more competitive seaside destination.

In 2026, the following beaches received Blue Flag certification:

Byalata Laguna, Albena, Kranevo North, Kranevo Central, Golden Sands, Sunny Day, Chernomorets Hut, Byala South, Obzor Central, Robinson, Sveti Vlas East, Sveti Vlas New, Sveti Vlas Central, Sunny Beach North, Sunny Beach Central, Sunny Beach South, Nessebar South, Pomorie East, Burgas North, Camping Chernomorets, Sozopol Central, Sozopol Harmanite, Duni, Duni South, Arkutino and Butamyata.

The awarded marinas are:

Karantinata – Varna, Marina Dinevi – Sveti Vlas, Pomorie, Sarafovo, Kraymorie and Chengene Skele.

The growing number of Blue Flag sites has a positive impact on Bulgaria’s image as a clean, safe and attractive tourist destination. Blue Flag beaches are traditionally preferred by families, international visitors and travellers who value quality, safety and environmental responsibility.

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