#225 European Rank

Silistar Beach

Strandzha, Burgas Province, Bulgaria•Black Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.61/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

25.1°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€23/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Strandzha, Burgas Province · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

7.9°C

Air 19°C

Feb

7.0°C

Air 20°C

Mar

7.5°C

Air 22°C

Apr

10.0°C

Air 25°C

May

15.6°C

Air 28°C

Jun

21.2°C

Air 31°C

Jul

24.2°C

Air 33°C

Peak

Aug

25.1°C

Air 33°C

Sep

22.7°C

Air 31°C

Oct

18.7°C

Air 28°C

Nov

14.4°C

Air 24°C

Dec

10.6°C

Air 21°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 14 Jun – 28 Sep (>21°C) · 106 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 Ease4.2 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5

About Silistar Beach

Clear water and empty sand in Bulgaria's last bay before the Turkish border, at the wild edge of Strandzha.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Dirt road access between Sinemorets and Rezovo leading to forest parking

•Protected Status / Environment: Located within Strandzha Nature Park and Silistar Protected Area, habitat for sand lilies and rare birds

•Notable Feature: Scenic sheltered bay where dense Strandzha oak forest directly meets fine golden sand and calm shallow waters

Official Tourism Authorities:bulgariatravel.org

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

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

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Strandzha, Burgas Province. Accessible via regional coastal roads (42.022°N, 28.011°E).

•Sheltered and gently shelving; usually calm when the north wind stays away.

•Deep in the Silistar protected area on the Strandzha coast, minutes from the Turkish border; the little Silistar river seeps out at one end.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Strandzha, Burgas Province, Bulgaria.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Silistar Beach

What is the water temperature at Silistar Beach?

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

What type of coast or sand is Silistar Beach?

Silistar Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Strandzha, Burgas Province, Bulgaria.

Is Silistar Beach good for families with kids?

Silistar Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Silistar Beach?

Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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