Ropotamo Beach

Ropotamo Beach is a hidden sea oasis located on the Bulgarian coast. This relatively small beach is one of the last untouched places in the area, deeply nestled within a forest. The beach is characterized by its unique natural features, including small, spaced-out spikey shrubby forest patches and a variety of lizards. However, it is also noted for the sea plastic that unfortunately washes up onto its shores daily. The beach is not easily accessible by road, as there is no road that crosses the river. Instead, visitors must embark on a short hike of a couple of easy kilometres through the forest to reach the beach. Alternatively, there is a boat launch at the mouth of the river, or visitors can arrive by yacht from Sozopol marina. The journey to the beach is part of the adventure, with the potential to spot bottle-nosed dolphin families along the way. Despite its remote location, Ropotamo Beach is worth the visit. It is particularly beautiful between May and September. The lack of car access and the 20-30 minute walk through the forest means that the beach is often less crowded, providing a private beach experience for those lucky enough to visit.