
Wild & scenic
Irakli Beach
Emona · 🇧🇬 Bulgaria
Local gemEurope
A long, protected strand where the Balkan range slides into the Black Sea; Bulgaria's bohemian escape.
Water at Irakli Beach (Emona, Bulgaria) runs to about 25°C at the height of the season, and Jun-Sep is the window to aim for.
Open Irakli Beach on the interactive map →- Sea temperature
- ~25°C in the warm season
- Water
- Clean, clear Black Sea blue
- Sand
- Long, soft pale sand and low dunes
- Swimming
- Open and gently shelving; some naturist stretches
- Best time to visit
- Jun-Sep
- Setting
- A protected, mostly undeveloped strand below the Balkan mountains' last slopes
- Beach type
- Wild & scenic
- Region
- Europe
Beaches near Irakli Beach
Sunny BeachNesebar, Bulgaria · 16 km
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Golden SandsVarna, Bulgaria · 61 km
Albena BeachAlbena, Bulgaria · 70 km
Veleka BeachSinemorets, Strandzha, Bulgaria · 76 km
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Irakli Beach: frequently asked questions
Where is Irakli Beach?
Irakli Beach is at Emona, on the coast of Bulgaria.
What is the sea temperature at Irakli Beach?
In the warm season the sea at Irakli Beach reaches about 25°C. Clean, clear Black Sea blue.
When is the best time to visit Irakli Beach?
The best time to visit Irakli Beach is Jun-Sep. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.
What kind of sand does Irakli Beach have?
Irakli Beach has long, soft pale sand and low dunes.
Is Irakli Beach good for swimming?
Open and gently shelving; some naturist stretches.
Photo: Paul Stephenson from London (CC BY 2.0) · source

