St. Constantine and Helena: Coast, Forest and Thermal Springs

St. Constantine and Helena combines the Black Sea coast with forest, thermal springs and a history that dates back to a monastery. The resort is considered Bulgaria’s first Black Sea resort. When choosing a hotel, you can first sort out your priorities: the beach and walks, thermal and spa facilities, or historical connections. The destination’s features offer different points of reference for your choice.

Coastal setting, forest and paths

The resort is situated on a natural terrace about 10 to 15 metres above the sea. Deciduous forest reaches almost to the shore. The coastal landscape also includes a beach strip more than 3.5 kilometres long and 55,000 square metres of fine sandy beach. The elevated setting and forest edge, as well as the extensive sandy beach, shape the character of the place.

Walks are also among the enjoyable things to do at the beaches. The resort is designed for getting around on foot: distances between attractions are short, and there are spacious pedestrian zones. If you like to walk between different attractions when planning a trip, this character of the resort is a helpful point of reference.

Beach, water sports and thermal facilities

Water skiing is available at the resort’s beaches. Beach conditions and seasonal access may change; the availability of water sports providers may also vary. So before travelling, check the current beach conditions and whether a provider is available if you want to make these activities a firm part of your plans.

There are seven thermal mineral springs at the resort. AQUAHOUSE Thermal & Beach has 14 indoor and outdoor facilities supplied with mineral water. Health Spring SPA has 26 treatment rooms. The configuration and details of the facilities may change. If these amenities affect your choice of hotel, check the latest information for the relevant facilities.

The culinary offerings are also part of the resort’s character: some hotels at the resort serve national dishes and culinary specialities in their bars, restaurants and clubs. Individual venues and their offerings may change. If you are looking for particular dishes or a specific venue, check the current selection.

History and nearby places to visit

The resort’s origins lie with the Monastery of Saints Constantine and Helena, which is considered a cultural and historical landmark. The monastery was destroyed during the Russo-Turkish War of 1828–1829. This gives the place a historical connection in addition to its beach and thermal springs. Nearby is the University Botanical Garden – Varna Eco Park, considered Bulgaria’s first eco-park.

Getting there and getting around

The resort is located nine kilometres northeast of the centre of Varna on European route E87. Bus routes 31a, 9, 109 and 409 connect Varna with the resort. Routes and timetables may change; check them before your journey. The distance and bus connections offer different points of reference for getting there, without specifying a particular journey time.

Varna as additional cultural context

In the wider destination of Varna, the Roman Baths are located in the southeast of the present-day city. Covering more than 7,000 square metres, they are considered the largest public ancient building discovered in Bulgaria to date. In ancient Varna, they were a centre of public life. The Varna Archaeological Museum was founded in 1887 by the brothers Karel and Herman Shkorpil. It exhibits original finds dating from the Palaeolithic period, around 100,000 BC, through to the Middle Ages, including objects from the 7th and 8th centuries.

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