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-	|}{{TOCleft}}{{GreenText|Add here any background, cruising, and historical comments.}}	+	|}{{TOCleft}}[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulgaria Bulgaria] (Bulgarian: България, IPA: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Help:IPA_for_Bulgarian_and_Macedonian bɤ̞ɫˈɡarijɐ]), officially the Republic of Bulgaria, is a country located in Southeastern Europe. It is bordered by [[Romania]] to the north, Serbia and Macedonia to the west, [[Greece]] and [[Turkey]] to the south and the [[Black Sea]] to the east. With a territory of 110,994 km<sup>2</sup> (42,855 mi<sup>2</sup>), Bulgaria is Europe's 14th-largest country.
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		+	On January 1 2007 Bulgaria joined the European Union.
	====Cruising the region====		====Cruising the region====
-	{{GreenText|Add any cruising recommendations. If not applicable delete this section.}}	+	The Bulgarian coast on the Black Sea is over 125 nM and has more then 20 ports and small harbors.
	==Climate & Weather==		==Climate & Weather==
-	{{GreenText|Submit the climate & general weather details here. For very large countries remove this section and cover weather in '''Region''' ( [[Template:Region|Region Template]]) pages.}}	+	The climate is similar to the Northern Mediterranean, with very hot summers, but colder winters. The prevailing winds of summer are north east, although there is a daily alternation of land and sea breezes.
	====Weather Forecasts====		====Weather Forecasts====
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	:This map is produced by the Turkish State Meteorological Service which also produces maps for the whole Black Sea and Mediterranean.  [http://www.dmi.gov.tr/en-US/marine-metu3-detail.aspx?g=m#sayfaBaslik Map of Regions]		:This map is produced by the Turkish State Meteorological Service which also produces maps for the whole Black Sea and Mediterranean.  [http://www.dmi.gov.tr/en-US/marine-metu3-detail.aspx?g=m#sayfaBaslik Map of Regions]
	* [http://weather.mailasail.com/Franks-Weather/European-And-Mediterranean-Navtex-Schedules#bsea Navtex Broadcasts]		* [http://weather.mailasail.com/Franks-Weather/European-And-Mediterranean-Navtex-Schedules#bsea Navtex Broadcasts]
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	==Charts==		==Charts==
-	C Map electronic charts lack depth details for some areas in Bulgaria. For example the Navionics electronic charts for the Danube and Nessebar are much more detailed than the C Map charts.	+	; British Admiralty
-	*	+	: 2230 Constanta to Kefken Adasi
		+	: 2231 Cape Kaliakra to Odessa
		+	: 2399 Burgaski zaliv
		+	; Turkish
		+	: 10A Bati Kara Deniz (West Black Sea)
		+	: 17 Kara Deniz; Romanya to Bulgaristan
		+	: 18 Kara Deniz; Turkey-Bulgaristan
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		+	'''Note:''' C Map electronic charts lack depth details for some areas in Bulgaria. For example the Navionics electronic charts for the Danube and Nessebar are much more detailed than the C Map charts.
	==Approaches and Navigation==		==Approaches and Navigation==
-	{{GreenText|Any navigation notes here. If this section does not apply remove it.}}	+	The harbors are easy to find, but several small fishing harbors may have fishing nets, so do approach with caution.
	==Local Radio Nets==		==Local Radio Nets==
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	==Arrival/Departure procedures==		==Arrival/Departure procedures==
		+	An agent is not required. Yachts are no longer required to check in/out of each port once clearance has been completed.
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	====Arrival====		====Arrival====
-	{{MagentaText|Details?}}	+	Clearance must be completed with Customs, Health, Immigration and Port Authority. Officials will usually visit the yacht on arrival and the crew must remain on board until formalities are completed. The formalities are not complicated, but passports and ship's papers may be retained until departure.
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		+	A certificate (Form A) will be issued at the first Port of Entry, valid for 6 months, and each section signed by the relevent officials. First Health officials, next the Border Police, then Customs and, finally, the Maritime Administration Office.
		+	If there are no changes to skipper or crew, then Form B will not be needed.
	====Departure====		====Departure====
-	{{MagentaText|Details?}}	+	On departure from Bulgaria, Complete Form C and then follow the departure procedure at the Maritime Administration office and the Customs office. After which the form can then be authorised by the Border Police.
	==Customs and Immigration==		==Customs and Immigration==
	====Customs====		====Customs====
-	Transit logs are now not required for Bulgaria (as at June 2011). Yachts are free to travel in Bulgaria except for any restricted areas shown on charts.	+	Firearms must be declared and will be detained.  Animals may be confined on board.
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		+	A customs declaration must be completed on arrival, where video cameras, personal computers and other valuables should be detailed.
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		+	Transit logs are now not required for Bulgaria (as at June 2011).
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		+	Yachts are free to travel in Bulgaria except for any restricted areas shown on charts.
	====Immigration====		====Immigration====
-	{{MagentaText|Details?}}	+	All visitors must have a passport valid for 3 months before expected departure.
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		+	Bulgaria is a member of the European Union but not part of the Schengen Agreement Area.
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		+	Visas are not required by nationals of the following countries for visit of up to 90 days within a period of 6 months :- The EU, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, USA, Uruguay and Venezuela.
	====Fees and Charges====		====Fees and Charges====
-	*	+	There are no extra fees other then visa (if required) and harbor dues.
	====Restrictions====		====Restrictions====
		+	* Pets must have a Pet Passport, a current Health Certificate and Rabies Vaccination Certificate (valid at least 30 days prior to and not more than 6 months) and be be microchipped. Additional information from [www.bulgariatravel.org Bulgarian Website] or [mailto:[email protected] Email]
		+	* The export of articles of cultural, historical or artistic value is prohibited
		+	* When sailing across the Bulgarian zone of the Danube, stops are forbidden at islands in the river or outside ports or other bases
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	==Health and Security==		==Health and Security==
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-	* [[Balchik]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Balchik]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]]
-	* [[Burgas]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Burgas|Burgas or Burgaz]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]
	* [[Byala]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]		* [[Byala]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]
		+	* [[Golden Sands|Golden Sands (Zlatni Piassatzi)]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]]
	* [[Kavarna]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]		* [[Kavarna]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]
-	* [[Kiten]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Kiten]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]
-	* [[Neftochim]]<sup>1</sup> [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Neftochim]]<sup>1</sup> [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]
-	* [[Nesebar]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Nesebar]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]
-	* [[Primorsko]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Pomorie]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]
-	* [[Promorie]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Primorsko]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]
-	* [[Sozopol]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Sozopol]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]
-	* [[Tsarevo|Tsarevo (Michurin)]] [[image:Poe.jpg]]<sup>2</sup> [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Sveti Vlas]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]]
-	* [[Varna]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Tsarevo|Tsarevo (Michurin)]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]
-	* [[Zlatni Piassatzi]] (Golden Sands) [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]	+	* [[Varna]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]]
	'''Notes:'''		'''Notes:'''
-	: All ports need data	+	: <sup>1</sup>Very little information can be found
-	: <sup>1</sup>No information can be found	+
-	: <sup>2</sup>Rumoured Port of entry	+
	==Offshore Islands==		==Offshore Islands==
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	==Transportation==		==Transportation==
-	{{GreenText|List transportation to other countries, etc.}}	+	* International flights, except to Moscow, only from Sofia
-	*	+	* Domestic flights between major cities
		+	* Good train service, but avoid local trains and use express trains (may need advance ticket)
		+	* Good bus service
		+	* Car rentals
	==Routes/Passages To/From==		==Routes/Passages To/From==
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	==Personal Notes==		==Personal Notes==
	Personal experiences?		Personal experiences?
-	*	+	* Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] 03:55, 11 April 2013 (BST) [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]]
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Bulgaria Cruising Guide

An online cruising guide for yachts sailing around Bulgaria.

Bulgaria
Bulgaria
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Capital:	Sofia 42°41′N, 23°19′E
Language:	Bulgarian
Currency:	Lev (BGN)
Timezone:	UTC+2 Summer (DST) EEST (UTC+3)
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Contents 1 Bulgaria Cruising Guide 1.1 Cruising the region 2 Climate & Weather 2.1 Weather Forecasts 3 Charts 4 Approaches and Navigation 5 Local Radio Nets 6 Arrival/Departure procedures 6.1 Arrival 6.2 Departure 7 Customs and Immigration 7.1 Customs 7.2 Immigration 7.3 Fees and Charges 7.4 Restrictions 8 Health and Security 8.1 Health 8.2 Security 9 Ports & Popular Stops 9.1 Ports 10 Offshore Islands 11 Transportation 12 Routes/Passages To/From 13 Cruiser's Friends 14 Forum Discussions 15 External Links 16 References & Publications 17 Personal Notes 18 Contributors to this page 19 Cruising Wiki Navigation

Bulgaria (Bulgarian: България, IPA: bɤ̞ɫˈɡarijɐ), officially the Republic of Bulgaria, is a country located in Southeastern Europe. It is bordered by Romania to the north, Serbia and Macedonia to the west, Greece and Turkey to the south and the Black Sea to the east. With a territory of 110,994 km² (42,855 mi²), Bulgaria is Europe's 14th-largest country.

On January 1 2007 Bulgaria joined the European Union.

Cruising the region

The Bulgarian coast on the Black Sea is over 125 nM and has more then 20 ports and small harbors.

Climate & Weather

The climate is similar to the Northern Mediterranean, with very hot summers, but colder winters. The prevailing winds of summer are north east, although there is a daily alternation of land and sea breezes.

Weather Forecasts

• Turkish State Meteorological Service Forecast for Black Sea
• 3 Day Forecast Map for Western BlackSea

3 Maps to choose from - Wind Direction and Speed, Wave Direction and Height, Wave Period.

This map is produced by the Turkish State Meteorological Service which also produces maps for the whole Black Sea and Mediterranean. Map of Regions

• Navtex Broadcasts

Charts

British Admiralty

2230 Constanta to Kefken Adasi

2231 Cape Kaliakra to Odessa

2399 Burgaski zaliv

Turkish

10A Bati Kara Deniz (West Black Sea)

17 Kara Deniz; Romanya to Bulgaristan

18 Kara Deniz; Turkey-Bulgaristan

Note: C Map electronic charts lack depth details for some areas in Bulgaria. For example the Navionics electronic charts for the Danube and Nessebar are much more detailed than the C Map charts.

Approaches and Navigation

The harbors are easy to find, but several small fishing harbors may have fishing nets, so do approach with caution.

Local Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Arrival/Departure procedures

An agent is not required. Yachts are no longer required to check in/out of each port once clearance has been completed.

Arrival

Clearance must be completed with Customs, Health, Immigration and Port Authority. Officials will usually visit the yacht on arrival and the crew must remain on board until formalities are completed. The formalities are not complicated, but passports and ship's papers may be retained until departure.

A certificate (Form A) will be issued at the first Port of Entry, valid for 6 months, and each section signed by the relevent officials. First Health officials, next the Border Police, then Customs and, finally, the Maritime Administration Office. If there are no changes to skipper or crew, then Form B will not be needed.

Departure

On departure from Bulgaria, Complete Form C and then follow the departure procedure at the Maritime Administration office and the Customs office. After which the form can then be authorised by the Border Police.

Customs and Immigration

Customs

Firearms must be declared and will be detained. Animals may be confined on board.

A customs declaration must be completed on arrival, where video cameras, personal computers and other valuables should be detailed.

Transit logs are now not required for Bulgaria (as at June 2011).

Yachts are free to travel in Bulgaria except for any restricted areas shown on charts.

Immigration

All visitors must have a passport valid for 3 months before expected departure.

Bulgaria is a member of the European Union but not part of the Schengen Agreement Area.

Visas are not required by nationals of the following countries for visit of up to 90 days within a period of 6 months :- The EU, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, USA, Uruguay and Venezuela.

Fees and Charges

There are no extra fees other then visa (if required) and harbor dues.

Restrictions

• Pets must have a Pet Passport, a current Health Certificate and Rabies Vaccination Certificate (valid at least 30 days prior to and not more than 6 months) and be be microchipped. Additional information from [www.bulgariatravel.org Bulgarian Website] or Email
• The export of articles of cultural, historical or artistic value is prohibited
• When sailing across the Bulgarian zone of the Danube, stops are forbidden at islands in the river or outside ports or other bases

Health and Security

Health

Submit any health warnings/information. Remove any of these sections do not apply to this particular country.

Security

Details?

Ports & Popular Stops

Ports

Key to icons: = Island, = Port of entry, = Marina, = Harbor, = Anchorage, = Needs data.

• Balchik
• Burgas or Burgaz
• Byala
• Golden Sands (Zlatni Piassatzi)
• Kavarna
• Kiten
• Neftochim¹
• Nesebar
• Pomorie
• Primorsko
• Sozopol
• Sveti Vlas
• Tsarevo (Michurin)
• Varna

Notes:

¹Very little information can be found

Offshore Islands

List islands and island groups belonging to this country. If there is more then 2 paragraphs for a given island, create a dedicated page for it (Island Template and/or Island Group Template).

Transportation

• International flights, except to Moscow, only from Sofia
• Domestic flights between major cities
• Good train service, but avoid local trains and use express trains (may need advance ticket)
• Good bus service
• Car rentals

Routes/Passages To/From

List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

• Bulgaria
• Islands of Bulgaria
• Bulgarian Black Sea_Coast
• Transport in Bulgaria - see Sea Ports section.
• Danube See in particular "Modern navigation" section
• Rhine-Main-Danube Canal
• Danube Black Sea Canal
• History of Bulgaria
• Culture of Bulgaria
• Geography of Bulgaria
• Demographics of Bulgaria
• Religion of Bulgaria

References & Publications

• Nicky Allardice, Cruising Bulgaria and Romania, Imray Laurie Noris & Wilson, Cambridgeshire (Ist Edition 2006), ISBN 9780852889107

See also Black Sea.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?

• Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) --Istioploos 03:55, 11 April 2013 (BST)

See also Black Sea.

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