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Port of Varna

BGVAR🇧🇬Bulgaria

Port Location

About Port of Varna

Varna is Bulgaria's largest seaport complex, situated on the west coast of the Black Sea. It handles general cargo and has significant development potential along its extensive inland waterfront on Lake Varna and Lake Beloslav.

Background
Port of Varna is the largest seaport complex in Bulgaria. Located on the Black Sea's west coast on Varna Bay, along Lake Varna and Lake Beloslav, it also comprises the outlying port of Balchik. It has a significant further development potential with 44 km (27 mi) of sheltered inland waterfront on the lakes alone, easily accessible by road and railroad and adjacent to Varna International Airport.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11876554 →
Wikidata
Q1567857 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.port-varna.bg →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BGVAR
Country
🇧🇬Bulgaria
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Black Sea
Body of Water
Black Sea
Latitude
43.1938°
Longitude
27.9108°

Terminals (2)

VARNA EAST PORT TERMINAL

PORT OF VARNA EAD

1 Slaveikov Square, Varna 9000, Bulgaria

www.port-varna.bg →

VARNA WEST PORT CONTAINER TERMINAL

PORT OF VARNA EAD

Devnya Industrial Area, Varna 9160, Bulgaria

www.port-varna.bg →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Varna?+
The approach to Varna is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Varna East Breakwater Spur Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Varna South Breakwater (0.5 NM ESE), Varna East Breakwater (0.6 NM SE), Galata (2 NM SE), Varna Province Lighthouses (3.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Varna?+
The Port of Varna is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Varna?+
You can track vessels near Varna (BGVAR) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for BGVAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Varna?+
The Port of Varna operates in the UTC+2 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.