#446 European Rank

Elenite Beach

Elenite, Nesebar, Bulgaria•Black Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Vladislav Bezrukov from Walldorf, Germany (CC BY 2.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.45/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

25.1°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€35/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Pebbles / Shingle

Shallow & Gentle

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Elenite, Nesebar · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

7.6°C

Air 15°C

Feb

6.6°C

Air 16°C

Mar

7.2°C

Air 18°C

Apr

9.9°C

Air 21°C

May

15.7°C

Air 24°C

Jun

21.2°C

Air 27°C

Jul

24.2°C

Air 29°C

Peak

Aug

25.1°C

Air 29°C

Sep

22.6°C

Air 27°C

Oct

18.6°C

Air 24°C

Nov

14.3°C

Air 20°C

Dec

10.3°C

Air 17°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 14 Jun – 27 Sep (>21°C) · 105 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Bulgaria Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.3 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5

About Elenite Beach

A south-facing cove at the foot of the Balkan Mountain range where lush green forested hills meet the sea east of Sveti Vlas.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Road access via Sveti Vlas / Nesebar municipality at the foot of the southern Stara Planina mountains.

•Protected Status / Environment: Located where the Balkan Mountains meet the Black Sea coast; managed coastal zone with official state beach concession parcels (Elenite 1, Elenite-East).

•Notable Feature: Purpose-built holiday complex in a sheltered bay with a 1 km sandy strip.

Official Tourism Authorities:nesebar.bg tourism.government.bg

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Yes

Free Parking

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

8 km east of Sunny Beach at the end of the road beyond Sveti Vlas.

•The pine-clad slopes slope straight into the sea, providing a fresh mountainous microclimate.

•Features a fun family aqua park on the resort grounds.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Elenite, Nesebar, Bulgaria.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elenite Beach

What is the water temperature at Elenite Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Elenite Beach averages 25.1°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Elenite Beach?

Elenite Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Elenite, Nesebar, Bulgaria.

Is Elenite Beach good for families with kids?

Yes, Elenite Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Elenite Beach?

Parking arrangements vary locally. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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