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Rise of camper van travel in Bulgaria Lifestyle © bnrnews.bg
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Rise of camper van travel in Bulgaria

An increasing number of Bulgarians are choosing camper van travel over traditional hotel holidays, according to Dimitar Peev, who rents out camper vans. Travelers value the flexibility to change routes spontaneously and stay closer to nature. Modern camper vans come equipped with beds, kitchens, heating, and refrigerators, making the experience accessible even for beginners through rentals. Regulations on wild camping in Bulgaria and neighboring countries are gradually being clarified.

Source: bnrnews.bg BUL
Bulgarian Camper Association interested in joining cross-border project of Vetovo Municipality Other © Rousse.Info - Новини и събития от Русе и Русенска област
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Bulgarian Camper Association interested in joining cross-border project of Vetovo Municipality

Vetovo Municipality (Bulgaria) plans to participate in a project under the Interreg VI-A Romania-Bulgaria 2021-2027 program. The project includes building a bike path connecting the 'Green Harmony' project with Giurgiu Municipality and the village of Pisanets, restoring a hut in Pisanets, creating a bike workshop, and a permanent exhibition of Roman fort models. The Bulgarian Camper Association expressed interest in joining, proposing to equip a rest stop for motorhomes with electricity and water connections. The application deadline is June 30.

Source: Rousse.Info - Новини и събития от Русе и Русенска област BUL
Cars and caravans banned on dunes at Krapets-North beach this summer Bans & Fines © Dnes.bg
BG Bulgaria

Cars and caravans banned on dunes at Krapets-North beach this summer

Bulgaria's Krapets-North beach, a Natura 2000 protected area, has banned vehicle access and caravan parking on its sand dunes. The measure aims to curb vandalism and pollution that plagued the site for years. Local business owners fear a drop in visitors, while residents report a cleaner and calmer environment. Cleaning costs for illegal dumps had exceeded 120,000 leva.

Source: Dnes.bg BUL
Bulgaria restricts car and caravan access to dunes near Krapets Bans & Fines © dariknews.bg
BG Bulgaria

Bulgaria restricts car and caravan access to dunes near Krapets

Authorities in the Bulgarian municipality of Shabla have restricted parking of cars and caravans on the sand dunes of Krapets-North beach, part of the Natura 2000 network. The measure aims to protect dune formations and reduce waste: the municipality annually removes over 500 tonnes of trash from wild camping sites, spending more than 120,000 leva on cleanup. Fines will be enforced from October 2026, with a warning period currently in place. Instances of damaged signs and fences have already been reported. Local opinions are divided: some support the restrictions, others fear a decline in tourism and harm to local businesses. Authorities are reviewing applications for legal camping areas with infrastructure.

Source: dariknews.bg BUL
Mother of Nikolay Zlatkov claims new evidence in Petrokhan case Incidents © PlovdivskiNovini.bg
BG Bulgaria

Mother of Nikolay Zlatkov claims new evidence in Petrokhan case

Ralitsa Asenova, mother of the deceased Nikolay Zlatkov, presented photos of the camper on the show 'Tazi Nedelya', claiming they clearly show bullet holes inconsistent with the official narrative. She said the images came from an anonymous source. Asenova also stated that the family has been denied access to the ballistic report for the Okolchitsa incident and has not received the promised color photo album from the scene.

Source: PlovdivskiNovini.bg BUL
Fire destroys caravan and former workshop Incidents © Арда нюз
BG Bulgaria

Fire destroys caravan and former workshop

Two fires caused material damage in the Kardzhali region. Around 10:30 AM in the village of Boyno, a caravan caught fire due to a short circuit; it was completely burned, but a nearby building was saved. At 6:50 PM, a fire broke out in a room of a former workshop in Ardino, destroying furniture and computer equipment, with 36 sq m of walls blackened; the building was saved. Both fires were caused by short circuits.

Source: Арда нюз BUL
Incidents BG Bulgaria

Caravan burned in Boyno, fire in former workshop in Ardino

Two fires with material damage occurred in Kardzhali region. Around 10:30 in the village of Boyno, a caravan caught fire due to a short circuit and was completely destroyed, but a nearby building was saved. At 18:50 in Ardino, a room in a former workshop caught fire, also due to a short circuit, destroying furniture and computer equipment and blackening walls.

Source: 24rodopi - Лидерът на новините в Родопите - Най-доброто от Родопите BUL
How many bullet holes in Kaluchev's camper? Incidents © mirogled.com
BG Bulgaria

How many bullet holes in Kaluchev's camper?

The mother of the deceased, Ralitsa Asenova, published photos of the camper where three people died near Okolchitsa. The photos show nine holes in the roof hatch, contradicting the prosecution's version of three shots. One projectile remained in the skull of Nikolay Zlatkov. The camper with the bodies of Ivo Kaluchev, Alexander Makulev, and Nikolay Zlatkov was found on February 8, seven days after the deaths of Ivaylo Ivanov, Plamen Statev, and Decho Vasilev at Petrohan.

Source: mirogled.com BUL
Mother of victim publishes photos of camper from Okolchitsa: 9 holes in hatch vs 3 shots version Incidents © Novinite.bg
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Mother of victim publishes photos of camper from Okolchitsa: 9 holes in hatch vs 3 shots version

Ralitsa Asenova, mother of one of the victims in the 'Petrohan-Okolchitsa' incident, released photos of the camper showing nine holes in the roof hatch, contradicting the prosecution's version of three shots. Former Interior Minister Emil Dechev called for a re-examination.

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Groundbreaking for the Largest Mineral Water Campground Openings © economynews.bg
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Groundbreaking for the Largest Mineral Water Campground

In the Belchin Bani resort complex near the village of Belchin (Samokov), construction has begun on the 'Camping Polaris – Belchin Bani' campground. The project includes a resort building, bungalows, caravan and tent areas on 18,400 sq m. Completion is expected in two years, creating about 30 jobs. Facilities will feature pools, a spa, a children's center, barbecue zones, and a local wastewater treatment plant.

Source: economynews.bg BUL
Volkswagen California e-Hybrid: Review of the Electric Camper Reviews © TopGear
BG Bulgaria

Volkswagen California e-Hybrid: Review of the Electric Camper

Volkswagen has introduced a plug-in hybrid version of the seventh-generation California camper. It features a 19.7 kWh battery providing up to 83 km of electric range, paired with a 1.5-liter petrol engine and two electric motors for all-wheel drive. Official fuel consumption is 2.6 L/100 km with CO2 emissions of 70 g/km. The Ocean eHybrid 4Motion starts at approximately €100,000.

Source: TopGear BUL
Residents of Vratsa complain about caravans at Dabnika reservoir blocking fishermen Law & Regulations © БГНЕС: Новини от България и Света
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Residents of Vratsa complain about caravans at Dabnika reservoir blocking fishermen

Citizens have complained to the regional administration of Vratsa about year-round caravans and pontoons on the shore of the Dabnika reservoir, which restrict fishermen's access to the water. A commission has been set up to check the legality of the objects.

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