At a Glance — Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria

Is Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria Blue Flag certified? Blue Flag Certified since 1996.0 — FEE-accredited, audited annually for water quality, facilities, safety, and environmental education.
What does it cost to enter Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria? Free No entry fee.
When is Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria open? Beach season runs 1 Jun to 30 Sep. Best months: June, September.
Is Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria safe for swimming? Lifeguards On Duty Lifeguards are stationed during beach hours. Always check safety flags before entering the water.
Does Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria have facilities for disabled visitors? Accessible Accessible facilities are available for visitors with disabilities.
What facilities are at Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria? Parking Lifeguards Accessible Sandy Beach
What is the best time to visit Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria? June, September June, September offer the best conditions.
How far is Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria from Obrochishte? Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria is approximately 5.03 km from Obrochishte.

About Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria

"Albena is situated in a picturesque and ecologically clean gulf bay on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast famous for its flower gardens."

The Blue Flag programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and is one of the world's most recognised voluntary eco-labels. Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria has held the Blue Flag award since 1996.0, reflecting a long-term commitment to the programme's 33 annual criteria — covering bathing water quality, environmental management, safety and services, and environmental education. The beach is managed by Albena AD.

On-site facilities include nearby parking, a beach kiosk, trained lifeguard supervision during the season, and accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities. Entry to Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria is free of charge.

The average annual temperature is around +12°C. Air temperature in the summer is over 25°C and often reaches 29-32°C. In May and September the day time temperature is 20-25°C, and in April and October around 15-19°C. Optimum humidity of the air 63-65%; There are typical light refreshing winds from the sea - days with refreshing breezes make up 2/3 of the summer months. From April to September the days are from 13 to 15 hours long and the sun shines from 8 to 11 hours. Predominating are the sun rays of the UV spectrum whose length is 280-315 nanometres (well outside the danger zone of skin cancer stimulating sun rays). Sea Water Salinity: sea water has low salinity of up to 18 g/kg by the shore and up to 22 g/kg in deep water. With content of favourable concentration of magnesium and calcium, over 50 beneficial ions and trace elements like manganese, iron, iodine, copper, cobalt, and zinc, plankton rich in minerals and vitamins. The temperature of sea water in June, July, August, and September is around 22-25°C. In the third week of may it reaches 20°C, while at the end of October it gradually drops down to 15-16°C. Considerable heat capacity and weak heat release with a 2-3°C difference in the temperature in the morning and in the evening. Mineral water in the resorts is with a temperature of 30°C, slightly mineralised, hydro carbonated, containing magnesium, calcium, sulphurous oxide compounds: 2.2 mg/I and free hydrogen sulphide with pH 7.39 and discharge of 2580I/min. Curative firth mud highly mineralised: 65.8 g/kg, calcium - 1.1 g/kg, magnesium - 3.6 g/kg and sodium - 18.0 g/kg. It contains hydrogen sulphide - 0.6 g/kg and biologically active substances, biogenetic stimulants, trace elements - iodine, copper, strontium, molybdenum and manganese. *Excellent sports possibilities - water skiing, para-sailing, yachting, surfing, jets, underwater fishing, tennis, mini golf, bowling, riding, beach volleyball, aerobics, hang-gliding, diving school,riding ground. *Children's amusement park - fun fair, kids' discos, mini trains, inflatable trampoline, water karting. Lifeguards on duty from 9 till 17. This is a beautiful place on the Black Sea Coast with good location, high standard accommodation and a variety of amenities.

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What Visitors Say About Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria

Note: The visitor experiences below are drawn from publicly available travel community discussions and visitor feedback. Beach conditions, facilities, and experiences can change over time. Always verify current conditions directly with local beach management before visiting.

What Visitors Love

Clean Sandy Shore: Visitors praise the well-maintained sandy beach at Albena. Blue Flag certification requires regular water quality testing and daily beach cleanliness checks.
Lifeguard Supervised: Albena provides trained lifeguard cover during the main beach season — a core requirement for Blue Flag certification and reassuring for families.
Accessible to All: The beach provides accessible facilities for visitors with mobility needs, making Albena one of the more inclusive Blue Flag beaches in Bulgaria.
Convenient Parking: Parking is available near Albena, making it easy to visit with families or anyone travelling with beach equipment.

Honest Drawbacks

Seasonal Access: Blue Flag facilities and lifeguard cover operate from 1 Jun to 30 Sep. Services may be reduced outside the main season.

Best Time to Visit Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria

Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria sees its best conditions in June, September. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jun to 30 Sep.

MonthAvg TempCrowdsRatingVerdict
January 2°C Low Quiet — relaxed visit
February 4°C Low Quiet — relaxed visit
March 7°C Low Quiet — relaxed visit
April 12°C Low Quiet — relaxed visit
May 17°C Medium Medium
June 22°C Medium Medium
July 24°C High Popular — expect crowds
August 24°C High Popular — expect crowds
September 20°C Medium Medium
October 14°C Low Quiet — relaxed visit
November 10°C Low Quiet — relaxed visit
December 5°C Low Quiet — relaxed visit

How to Get to Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria

Nearest Airport

Sokolovo Airstrip — 12.09 km away.

From Obrochishte

Approximately 5.03 km from Obrochishte.

Parking

Parking is available near Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria. Check current availability on arrival.

On Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria

With content of favourable concentration of magnesium and calcium, over 50 beneficial ions and trace elements like manganese, iron, iodine, copper, cobalt, and zinc, plankton rich in minerals and vitamins. The temperature of sea water in June, July, August, and September is around 22-25°C. In the third week of may it reaches 20°C, while at the end of October it gradually drops down to 15-16°C. Considerable heat capacity and weak heat release with a 2-3°C difference in the temperature in the morning and in the evening. Mineral water in the resorts is with a temperature of 30°C, slightly mineralised, hydro carbonated, containing magnesium, calcium, sulphurous oxide compounds: 2.2 mg/I and free hydrogen sulphide with pH 7.39 and discharge of 2580I/min. Curative firth mud highly mineralised: 65.8 g/kg, calcium - 1.1 g/kg, magnesium - 3.6 g/kg and sodium - 18.0 g/kg. It contains hydrogen sulphide - 0.6 g/kg and biologically active substances, biogenetic stimulants, trace elements - iodine, copper, strontium, molybdenum and manganese. *Excellent sports possibilities - water skiing, para-sailing, yachting, surfing, jets, underwater fishing, tennis, mini golf, bowling, riding, beach volleyball, aerobics, hang-gliding, diving school,riding ground. *Children's amusement park - fun fair, kids' discos, mini trains, inflatable trampoline, water karting. Lifeguards on duty from 9 till 17. This is a beautiful place on the Black Sea Coast with good location, high standard accommodation and a variety of amenities.

As a Blue Flag certified beach, Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria undergoes regular bathing water quality testing throughout the season. The FEE Blue Flag programme requires that test results are displayed at the beach and that all certified beaches meet the EU Bathing Water Directive (or equivalent national standard).

Practical Information — Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria

Entry FeeFree — no entry charge.
Season1 Jun to 30 Sep
LifeguardsYes — on duty during beach hours.
ToiletsCheck on arrival.
ShowersCheck on arrival.
ParkingParking available nearby.
AccessibilityAccessible facilities available. Contact beach management for details.
Beach TypeSandy beach.
Coordinates43.367757° N, 28.084655° E
Managed byAlbena AD
CertificationBlue Flag (FEE) — awarded since 1996.0

Frequently Asked Questions — Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria

Yes — Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria holds Blue Flag certification from the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), first awarded in 1996.0. The Blue Flag programme evaluates beaches against 33 criteria each year, covering bathing water quality, environmental management, safety infrastructure, and environmental education. You can verify the certificate on the official Blue Flag website.
Yes, Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria is free to enter with no admission charge.
The best time to visit Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria is June, September, when the beach is in full season. The official beach season runs from 1 Jun to 30 Sep.
The nearest airport is Sokolovo Airstrip, approximately 12.09 km away. Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria is located near Obrochishte, approximately 5.03 km away. Parking is available at or near the beach.
Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria provides: parking, lifeguard supervision, accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities. As a Blue Flag beach, it meets all required standards for safety, hygiene, and environmental management.

Page & Location Information ✓ Schema.org Structured Data

Name Albena, Dobrich, Bulgaria
Address9620 Albena, Bulgaria, Dobrich, Bulgaria
Coordinates 43.367757° N, 28.084655° E
Managed byAlbena AD
CertificationBlue Flag (FEE) — since 1996.0
AuthorSofia Papadopoulos, Zeach Editorial Team
Last ReviewedMarch 2026