Shabla, Bulgaria • Black Sea

Shabla Lighthouse Beach

Located beside Bulgaria's oldest and tallest lighthouse at the easternmost point of the nation, surrounded by rocky coves.

Shabla Lighthouse Beach in Shabla, Bulgaria

Photo: MrPanyGoff (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Iconic 1856 red-and-white striped lighthouse marks the easternmost point of Bulgaria.
  • Rustic fisherman settlement (Karia) serves legendary fresh Black Sea turbot and fish soup.

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 24.8°C (Peak Air: 28.3°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 15.5°C · Jun: 20.8°C · Jul: 23.8°C · Aug: 24.8°C · Sep: 22°C · Oct: 18°C
Best Months June, July, August, September
Sand & Shoreline Golden Sand • Gradual Drop
Water Clarity Emerald Green (Clarity: 4.6/5 • Scenery: 4.55/5)
Daily Cost Guide €20/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 43.541°N, 28.599°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Bulgaria Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Swimming Only
Naturist: Designated / Tolerated
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: None
Showers: None
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Steep Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Exposed
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Shabla, Bulgaria.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shabla Lighthouse Beach

What is the water temperature at Shabla Lighthouse Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Shabla Lighthouse Beach averages 24.8°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Shabla Lighthouse Beach?

Shabla Lighthouse Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Shabla, Bulgaria.

Is Shabla Lighthouse Beach good for families with kids?

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

Are there parking and facilities at Shabla Lighthouse Beach?

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

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