After reading this article, you will find out whether it is worth going on holiday to Sozopol? We will also evaluate the popular resort according to all the main criteria. You can also take part in the assessment of the resort – by giving your assessment at the end of the article.
We visited Sozopol for the first time this year and to be honest, we liked the town, it has its own special charm.
Sozopol. General information
Sozopol is somewhat similar to Nessebar, there are ancient fortress walls, cobblestones, a large marina for yachts and small boats. The city has a rich history that stretches for thousands of years. I will only note one interesting fact. In the 5th century BC, the city erected a huge statue of Apollo, 13 m high. But in 72 BC, the Roman general proconsul Lucullus captured the city and placed this statue on the Capitol in Rome. Subsequently, the statue was transported after the adoption of Christianity in the Roman Empire.
Location Sozopol
Sozopol is located on the Black Sea coast, 35 km south of Burgas .
The city itself is divided into two parts: the Old and New Town, between which is the Sea Garden.
The old town is located on the Skamni peninsula. Near Sozopol there are islands: Sveti Kirik, which is connected to the mainland by a breakwater, Sveti Ivan and Sveti Petar.
Sozopol Climate
The climate of Sozopol and the region is between the humid subtropical climate and the Mediterranean climate with relatively warm but windy winters and long warm summers. In July, the maximum number of sunny hours is 324. The warmest month is July. The average sea water temperature in May is +15.4, in June it is already +20.8, and the warmest sea water is in August +25.6 °C.
Transport
You can get to Sozopol by plane. Burgas Airport is 44 km away
By bus, buses from Burgas to Sozopol depart every half hour. The ticket price is 5 BGN.
Accommodation.
What about housing and hotels? In Sozopol, you can choose housing with a wide range of prices. Prices for housing in Sozopol start from 35 euros per day for a 2-bed room in season. This price will be if you book in the middle of the season. But if you book before the start of the season, you can find 2-bed rooms from 18 euros.
In addition to booking and similar platforms, you can also search for accommodation on the Airbnb service, where you can rent apartments.
Food in Sozopol
Sometimes the prices in the resort town of Sozopol surprise with their cheapness. A large selection of catering establishments with different prices. Many are located right by the sea.
In Sozopol, food prices will be minimal. If you buy them in regular chain stores, for example, Lidl.
Sozopol beach
Beaches with very fine and pleasant to the touch sand, great for small children. Two beaches of Sozopol: “Sozopol-Centralen”, “Sozopol-Harmanite” received the title “Blue Flag”. The beaches have rental sun loungers and umbrellas, there are changing rooms.
What to see in Sozopol?
The closest full-fledged water park to Sozopol is Neptune.
The old part of Sozopol is an architectural reserve under the auspices of UNESCO.
There is an asphalt road along the coast, which can be used by car or bicycle.
On the way to Sozopol, not far from Chernomorets, we saw a new attraction – an upside-down house.
In the immediate vicinity of Sozopol, on both sides of the town, there are several campsites: Gradina, Zlatna Rybka, Kavatsi, Veselie and Smokinya.
The already mentioned islands of St. Ivan and St. Peter can be reached by boats operated by local fishermen. In the vicinity of Sozopol, a fairly large number of ruins of ancient and Thracian fortresses and necropolises have been preserved.
Directly from Sozopol you can take many excursions. Some of them are: “Varna top 10. MADARA HORSEMAN AND MINCER”.
Pros of the Sozopol resort
- Nice and beautiful nature.
- Decent resort infrastructure.
- Convenient and accessible transport links.
- Clean and warm sea.
- Gentle entrance to the sea.
- The sea is perfect for the little ones.
- You can go boating or motorboating.
- Excursions are available.
- The resort has a fairly calm atmosphere for relaxation, suitable for people looking for a quiet holiday.
- The city itself is a landmark.
Disadvantages of the Sozopol resort
- Sozopol has large elevation changes because the city is located on hills. People who are in poor physical condition will literally have to sweat moving up and down the hills.
- Don’t forget to stock up on mosquito repellent.
Results
Sozopol left a very good impression. It has some zest and its own style. It reminds me of the more popular Nessebar, but the beaches and sea are better here.
I wonder if you have been to Sozopol and what did you like, please write in your comments?
I hope this information was helpful.
Sea water temperature in Sozopol by month
