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Sofia & Around

What to Do Around Sofia in One Perfect Day?

Short on time in Bulgaria? Here are 10 remarkable day trips around Sofia—with why to go, best season, distances (km), typical drive times, altitude (m a.s.l.), and road tips.

Southwestern Bulgaria

Get Ready for the Summer

With Kids

Cognitive Space: A Teen Guide to Spotting and Stopping Manipulation

A practical guide for teenagers explaining how the online information space works, how manipulation and misinformation spread through social media and algorithms, and how young people can recognize warning signs, fact-check content, and make smarter decisions online.

Gourmet

Rhodopes Food Guide: Patatnik, Mountain Dairy & Fireside Feasts

Travel the Rhodope Mountains through food: patatnik, Rodopski klin, Smilyan beans and rustic kachamak, plus rituals and tips on where to taste them.
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Aerial Photography

Cape Akin, Chernomorets

A cinematic aerial of Cape Akin, Chernomorets, a rocky headland, turquoise coves and wave-carved cliffs on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

Health Insurance in Bulgaria for Foreigners: What You Need to Know

A complete FAQ for foreigners on health insurance in Bulgaria. Covers residence, employment abroad, retirement, company ownership, self-employment, and NHIF rules in 2025.

How can I find emergency services if I need it?

112 is the European emergency number connecting you to the local emergency services such as police, ambulance, and fire department.

Can I ski during my visit to Sofia?

In just 30 minutes from the city center, you can find yourself at the Shtastlivetsa ski resort, located just below the Cherni Vrah peak, ready to enjoy a day of skiing or snowboarding.

How to drive in Bulgaria?

Driving in Bulgaria can differ from what drivers in Western Europe and America are used to.

Snow Plow Safety Tips

As winter blankets Bulgaria in snow, understanding how to coexist safely with snow plows is essential for any driver braving the roads.

Camping in Bulgaria

Since July 2023, new rules for "free camping" have been debated in the Bulgarian Parliament, and camping will likely become more regulated. Regulation changes are expected to come into force in January 2024, and they will likely limit camping activities in areas such as preserves, natural landmarks, and protected areas. "Free camping" zones are expected to be regulated. They will require the availability of mobile sanitary points, dedicated parking spaces, and a clear statement of the camping zone's rules to be displayed.
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Cape Akin, Chernomorets

A cinematic aerial of Cape Akin, Chernomorets, a rocky headland, turquoise coves and wave-carved cliffs on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

Pomorie from Above: A Jewel Between Sea and Salt

Discover Pomorie, Bulgaria—a picturesque coastal town seen here from above, framed by turquoise waters and historic streets stretching into the Black Sea.

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