#227 European Rank

Pasha Dere Wild Beach

Galata, Varna Province, Bulgaria•Black Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Original uploader was Svilen Enev at bg.wikipedia (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.61/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

25°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€15/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Galata, Varna Province · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

7.3°C

Air 15°C

Feb

6.4°C

Air 16°C

Mar

7.0°C

Air 18°C

Apr

9.8°C

Air 21°C

May

15.7°C

Air 24°C

Jun

21.1°C

Air 27°C

Jul

24.0°C

Air 29°C

Peak

Aug

25.0°C

Air 29°C

Sep

22.4°C

Air 27°C

Oct

18.2°C

Air 24°C

Nov

13.9°C

Air 20°C

Dec

9.9°C

Air 17°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 14 Jun – 25 Sep (>21°C) · 103 days

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

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.8 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5

About Pasha Dere Wild Beach

A legendary protected wild beach south of Varna with 4 kilometres of golden sand, natural freshwater springs, and zero commercial buildings.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: 15 km south of Varna; accessed via rough dirt road or 2.5-hour hiking trail from Galata

•Protected Status / Environment: Protected natural site (liman estuary and untouched coastal woodlands)

•Notable Feature: Pristine wild sandy coastline with natural springs, lush coastal forest, and no commercial facilities

Official Tourism Authorities:bulgariatravel.org visit.varna.bg

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Yes

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

15 km south of Varna via Galata and Borovets district.

•Access requires a 15-minute walk down through the oak forest from the dirt parking area.

•Natural freshwater stream flows directly onto the beach.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Galata, Varna Province, Bulgaria.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pasha Dere Wild Beach

What is the water temperature at Pasha Dere Wild Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Pasha Dere Wild Beach averages 25°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Pasha Dere Wild Beach?

Pasha Dere Wild Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Galata, Varna Province, Bulgaria.

Is Pasha Dere Wild Beach good for families with kids?

Pasha Dere Wild Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Pasha Dere Wild Beach?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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