Pomorie

Pomorie (Bulgarian: Поморие) is a town and seaside resort on the southern Black Sea coast of Bulgaria, known for its deposits of healing mud and ancient salt works. With a population of over 14,000, it lies about 14 km north-east of Burgas, roughly halfway between Burgas and the Nesebar-Sunny Beach resort area. The town occupies a large peninsula, and a long sand spit creates a large lagoon, Lake Pomorie, used for salt production since Antiquity. Established in the 5th or 4th century BCE as a Greek colony named Anchialos ("near the salt"), Pomorie has a rich history spanning Thracian, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods.

By Plane

Burgas International Airport (BOJ IATA) at Sarafovo is about 12 km from Pomorie by road, equally distant from Burgas and Pomorie. Dozens of flights arrive daily from across Europe, especially during summer. From the airport, a taxi to Pomorie takes about 15 minutes.

By Train

There is no direct train to Pomorie. The nearest major railway station is in Burgas, with regular connections to Sofia and other Bulgarian cities. From Burgas, local buses run to Pomorie every 30 minutes.

By Car / Road

Pomorie lies close to European route E87, which runs along the Black Sea coast. From Burgas, the drive is about 20 km north. Parking is available in the new town, while the old town peninsula has narrow streets.

The town is compact and walkable, especially the old town at the tip of the peninsula. Local buses connect Pomorie to neighbouring resorts. Taxis are available for longer trips. Bicycles are a good option for exploring the coast and the salt lake area.

The Ancient Tomb (2nd–4th century CE) is a unique underground chamber with a 22-m tunnel, located south of Pomorie on the main road. The Salt Museum (ul. Yavorov 40A) is the only one of its kind on the Balkan Peninsula, where you can see traditional salt production. The Monastery of Saint George is an active Eastern Orthodox monastery open to visitors. The History Museum and Lake Pomorie with its mud pools are also worth visiting. WW2 bunkers dot the coastline.

Take healing mud baths — Pomorie is famous for its mineral-rich sea mud used for therapeutic treatments. Visit the Salt Museum to observe traditional salt evaporation. Attend the City Festival on 6 May or the International Festival of Orthodox Music in early June. Relax on the beaches, explore the old town, or birdwatch at Lake Pomorie.

The old town and port area have numerous restaurants serving fresh seafood. Local specialities include fish soup, grilled Black Sea fish, and traditional Bulgarian dishes. The area around the salt museum also has dining options.

The town has several cafes and bars along the coast and in the old town. Bulgarian beers (Zagorka, Kamenitza, Burgasko) are widely available. Local wine is also popular.

Pomorie offers hotels, guesthouses, and private apartments. The coast has several resort hotels, while the old town has smaller family-run guesthouses. The Europe campsite south of town offers budget accommodation.

Pomorie offers local products including healing mud-based cosmetics, sea salt, and traditional Bulgarian crafts. The town centre has supermarkets and small shops. Local wine and rose products are also available.

• Burgas — second-largest city on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast, 20 km south
• Nesebar — a UNESCO World Heritage town, 20 km north
• Sunny Beach — the largest Bulgarian beach resort, 25 km north
• Sozopol — historic old town 40 km south