EuroVelo 6 Atlantic – Black Sea

Bulgaria

EuroVelo 6 in Bulgaria starts near Bregovo, in the area of Vidin, and goes through Lom, Kozloduy, Swishtov and Ruse until it reaches Silistra, where cyclists can continue to the Danube Delta. The cycling trail is marked mainly on asphalt roads as close as possible to the river and offers good touristic opportunities, especially for birdwatching, and close interaction with unspoiled natural environments.

Public Transport and Bicycles in Bulgaria

In Bulgaria, bikes can be transported on all trains at cheap prices. This applies to both the modern trains, where there is more empty space for bicycles, and to the older ones. Normal train tickets come at very competitive prices in Bulgaria as well.

See the green logos on the map and the 'Public Transport' section below the map for a list of train stations, bus stations and mobility information centers in Bulgaria along EuroVelo 6 - Atlantic-Black Sea!

Countries

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Development status
  • Certified These sections were awarded the official EuroVelo Certification label, ensuring high-quality cycling conditions.They were surveyed in the field by EuroVelo Route Inspectors to respect minimum requirements for motorised traffic levels, surface quality, EuroVelo signage, and access to services as defined by the European Certification Standard (ECS) methodology. EuroVelo Certified routes are the best options for beginners!
  • Developed + Signed These sections offer generally good cycling conditions, with limited motorised traffic, rideable surfaces, and EuroVelo signs along the route. Developed routes with signs are suitable for most cyclists. However, short stretches with lower-quality conditions may occur, and it is recommended to bring a map or navigation app as signs can have defects.
  • Developed + Not Signed These sections offer generally good cycling conditions, with limited motorised traffic and rideable surfaces, but without EuroVelo signs. Developed routes without signs are suitable for most cyclists. However, short stretches with lower-quality conditions may occur, and it is warmly recommended to bring a map or navigation app.
  • Partially Developed + Signed Cycling is possible here, but conditions vary. Some stretches may have high motorised traffic or poor surfaces, even though EuroVelo signs are in place. Partially developed routes with signs are suitable for experienced cyclists only, and it is recommended to bring a map or navigation app and check national/regional websites for more information. ECF and National EuroVelo Coordination Centres are working on improvements.
  • Partially Developed + Not Signed Cycling is possible here, but conditions vary. Some stretches may have high motorised traffic or poor surfaces, and EuroVelo signs are not in place. Partially developed routes without signs are suitable for experienced cyclists only, and it is warmly recommended to bring a map or navigation app and check national/regional websites for more information. ECF and National EuroVelo Coordination Centres are working on improvements.
  • Undeveloped / Unknown These sections do not meet minimum requirements for motorised traffic levels or surface quality – or their conditions are currently unknown. They may include dangerous stretches. Cyclists choosing to cycle there should use a map or navigation app and check national/regional websites for more information. It is recommended to use public transport to skip these areas where possible.
  • Public transport link These sections include continuity across seas or rivers and undeveloped parts of the network that can be skipped with a reliable public transport connection allowing bicycle transport.

Markers

  • Natural Heritage
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Cultural Heritage
  • Culinary Delights
  • Maritime Heritage / The Rhine / The Meuse
  • Other Point of Interest
  • Service
  • Bus station
  • Train station
  • Mobility info center

National & Regional Information

Bulgarian Association for Alternative Tourism

The website provides basic information and findings from the planning process for the Iron Curtain Trail in Bulgaria and the neighboring countries. A description is available as well as detailed electronic map for the trail itinerary.

+359 883 379 987
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Bulgarian Cycling Association

BCA works for the popularisation of cycling tourism and lobbies for the planning and construction of cycling lanes. A big ongoing project is the Black Sea Cycling Trail, to complete EuroVelo 6 - Atlantic-Black Sea.

+359898804646
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Dunav Ultra: EuroVelo 6 Bulgaria

Dunav Ultra is the longest cycle route in Bulgaria. It runs for a total of 740 km along the Danube River (Dunav, in Bulgarian) until it reaches the Black Sea. The starting point of the itinerary is the northwestern-most corner of Bulgaria, namely the village of Kudelin and the end point is the most northeastern point of the country the village of Durankulak. Visit the website to find out how to cycle this route!

+359 888 251 550
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Maps & Guides

EuroVelo 6: Danube Bike Trail 5 [Bikeline Esterbauer]

This cycling guide describes the section of EuroVelo 6 - Atlantic - Black Sea in Serbia from Belgrade, across Romania and Bulgaria, up to the Black Sea (1,400 km). The perfect tool to guide you during your journey preparation and on the road: precise and very informative maps at a scale of 1:120,000, elevation and distance profiles, GPS tracks, accommodation and service directory, LiveUpdate, handlebar bag format, and spiral-bound. Also available in German.

Public Transport

Calafat Bus Station

Address: Bulevardul de Centura, 205200, Calafat, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Turnu Magurele Bus Station

Address: Strada Călăraşi, 145200, Turnu Magurele, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Giurgiu Bus Station

Address: Bulevardul Mihai Viteazul, 7002, Giurgiu, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Svishtov Bus Station

Address: Dunav str. 1, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: avtogara-svishtov.com/

Silistra Bus Station

Address: Moskova str. 1, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.bgrazpisanie.com/bg

Vidin (from Kladovo) Train Station

Address: "Knyaz Aleksander Batenberg" Str. 9, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.bdz.bg/en/

Calafat Train Station

Address: Strada Jiului, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Corabia Train Station

Address: Strada Trecerea Dunării 1, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Turnu Magurele Train Station

Address: Strada Rampa Gării, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Zimnicea Train Station

Address: Bulevardul Eroilor, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Giurgiu Train Station

Address: Bulevardul Mihai Viteazul, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Svishtov Train Station

Address: Otetz Paisii str., Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Ruse Train Station

Address: 2, Midia Enos bld, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Silistra Train Station

Address: Haralampi Djamdjiev str, 1, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Ruse Mobility Information Centre

Address: 65A, Alexandrovska str., Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.visitruse.info/

Ruse Train Station

Address: 2, Midia Enos bld, Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.rome2rio.com

Ruse Mobility Information Centre

Address: 65A, Alexandrovska str., Bulgaria

See the website for more information: www.visitruse.info/