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Uzana Polyana Fest: information on tents, campers, parking and transport

Organisers of the Uzana Polyana Fest have released logistics details for attendees. There is no ATM on site; the nearest one is 21 km away. A free tent camping area is located near the main entrance, with vehicle access prohibited. For campers, free zones without electricity or water are available (near the former Impuls hotel and on the Emar ski run), and a paid zone with electricity and sanitary facilities is at the Prima S hotel. Car parking is arranged on the periphery. Eco-buses will run from Gabrovo bus station to the venue.

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Fire in campsite near Chernomorets destroys bungalows and caravan

A major fire broke out on the afternoon of July 4, 2026, near Chernomorets, Bulgaria. The blaze destroyed several bungalows and a caravan; tourists were evacuated, no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.

Tractor without plates towing caravan on Plovdiv ring road

A video recorded on the Plovdiv ring road shows a tractor without license plates towing a caravan in heavy traffic. The tractor had flower pots instead of mandatory registration plates. The driver who filmed the incident noted that a police patrol nearby did not intervene. Under Bulgarian traffic law, driving without plates is an offense, and the slow-moving vehicle caused congestion and forced risky overtaking.

Nina Dobrev praises Bulgarian Black Sea coast on Live with Kelly and Mark, describes week in a caravan with family

Actress Nina Dobrev appeared on the US morning show Live with Kelly and Mark to talk about her summer vacation on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. She spent nearly a week with her family, sleeping in a caravan owned by her father, parked directly on the sand. Dobrev highlighted the warm weather and crystal-clear water, calling the Bulgarian sea a 'well-kept secret'. This was her first visit to Bulgaria in about six years.

Not every powerful car is suitable for towing a trailer or caravan

When choosing a car for towing a trailer or caravan, horsepower alone is not the decisive factor. Torque and its range are more important: a wide plateau from 1500 to 3500 rpm is preferable to a peak at 4000–5000 rpm. Diesel engines are generally more convenient, as they achieve good traction at 1300–1800 rpm, while naturally aspirated petrol engines often come alive closer to 2500–3500 rpm. For a trailer weighing about 1 ton and a car weighing about 2 tons, a torque of at least 300–350 Nm in a wide range is desirable. The transmission also matters: a classic automatic with a torque converter handles loads better than a CVT or a dual-clutch robot. It is recommended to use no more than 3/4 of the manufacturer's maximum trailer load capacity.

Sevlievo to provide free transport and camping for Hotnish Rock Fest 2026 visitors

The 9th edition of the national rock festival Hotnish will take place on August 28–29, 2026, near the medieval Hotnish fortress in Sevlievo. Admission to all concerts is free. Organizers will offer free shuttle buses from the Sevlievo fairground to the festival zone and a free camping area for about 30 tents near the fortress. Parking at the fortress is limited to around 50 spaces, mainly for the festival crew and specialized vehicles.

Drunk Russian opens fire on beach in Sinemorets

On the evening of June 16, 2026, a conflict broke out on Butamyata beach in Sinemorets, Bulgaria, involving a Russian citizen. The man parked his luxury motorhome with Czech plates next to two Ukrainian vans, played loud music including the Russian anthem, and after a verbal altercation, threatened Ukrainians with a weapon and fired 3-4 shots. As the Ukrainians tried to leave, he smashed the windshield of one van with a stone. The attacker was detained by police, and additional weapons were found in his motorhome.

Tsarevo Municipality Defends Caravan Sites Near Sinemorets

The administration of the Bulgarian municipality of Tsarevo issued an official position on the case of leasing municipal land for campers, caravans, and tents near Butamyata beach in Sinemorets. Authorities called opposition to camping sites illogical, stating they are the only eco-friendly alternative to coastal overdevelopment. The Burgas District Prosecutor's Office found violations in the transfer of 35 decares of land, including a lack of environmental approvals for Strandzha Nature Park, but the municipality insists the tender procedure was followed and notes that prior approval is the tenant's responsibility.

Mayor of Tsarevo: Focus in Butamyata beach case shifts

Mayor Marin Kirov stated that attention in the Butamyata beach case is shifting from the tender procedure to decisions designating plots for campers, caravans, and tents. The prosecutor's office found violations in the lease of nearly 35 hectares of municipal land. Kirov noted that the council's decisions were not contested, and no activity permit has been issued yet.

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Bulgarian Prosecutor's Office Challenges Camping Site Rentals at Butamyata Beach and Sinemorets

The Burgas District Prosecutor's Office has found violations in the rental of municipal plots near Butamyata Beach and Sinemorets for caravans and campers. The Tsarevo municipality insists on the legality of the decisions; a final ruling is expected in court.

Bulgarian company HIP Campers unveils HIP 4Family motorhome based on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Bulgarian startup HIP Campers has introduced the HIP 4Family motorhome, 7.2 meters long, designed for family use. The model features two separate sleeping areas for children and parents, a kitchen with a 125×60 cm countertop and a 141-liter fridge, and a spacious bathroom. Total storage capacity is 2,780 liters. The base version costs €150,000, the Maxi version €160,000, and the Supreme version €200,000.

Camper project in Butamyata: no concrete planned

A public debate has erupted in Sinemorets over the future of the area near Butamyata beach. Tsarevo Municipality denied rumors of a new campsite, clarifying that the site, located within Strandzha Nature Park, is designated only for temporary placement of tents, motorhomes, and caravans. The investor, PEPE.BG, pledges no concrete will be poured, existing sanitary facilities will be used, and vegetation preserved. Operations have not yet started pending approvals from health, fire, and environmental authorities.

Prosecutor investigates legality of forest lease for camping in Bulgaria

The District Prosecutor's Office in Burgas launched two probes after media reports about a forest plot on Butamyata beach being leased for camping at a reduced price (€6,700 per year for 35 hectares). The Tsarevo municipality denies it is a campsite, calling it 'areas for temporary placement of tents, campers, and caravans,' and claims the tender was legal despite only two bidders (mother and son). The regional environmental inspectorate found violations: the tenant started work (digging a ditch, laying water and electricity) without a permit, faces a fine and work stoppage.

Tsarevo overlooks relatives in Butamyata tender

The municipality of Tsarevo conducted a second review of a controversial tender that leased 35 decares near Butamyata for 3 years as a campsite for €6,700 per year. The review again ignored the family ties of the only bidders — a mother and son — and deemed the competition lawful. The mother deliberately failed to meet conditions to drop out, leaving the plot to her son. The Regional Environmental Inspectorate found violations on site: the company 'Pepe.bg' started work without permission, facing a fine and suspension of activities.

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Tsarevo Authorities Deny Camping Construction at Butamyata Beach

The administration of Tsarevo stated that the plot behind Butamyata Beach in Sinemorets will not host a camping site, only temporary placement of tents and campers. Earlier, the Burgas eco-inspectorate reported violations: the company 'Pepe.bg' started preparation without permits, and the facility already received visitors.

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