Vara is the third-largest city in Bulgaria. Located on the Gulf of Varna on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, the ‘Sea Capital of Bulgaria’ is an important centre for business, transportation, education, tourism, entertainment and healthcare. The popular seaside resort of Golden Sands is located 17 km north of Varna. Running in Varna is centered on seaside paths and parks.
The best place to run in Varna is to combine the waterfront Primorski Park and the adjacent road and path along the Black Sea. Asparuhov Park and the road along Asparuhov Beach is another good spot. We’ve also put together a ‘runseeing’ tour of Varna’s historic centre and major sites. In Golden Sands (Zlatni Pyasatsi), there’s decent running along the beachfront road, and excellent trail running options in Zlatni Pyasatsi Nature Park in the hills above.
Runners should note that Varna can be quite hot & humid in summer.
