Atanasovsko Lake
Атанасовско езеро
An extremely salty lagoon just north of Burgas that turns pink in summer from algae, with mud baths, salt pans and flamingos.
Atanasovsko Lake is one of the saltiest lagoons in Bulgaria and has been used for salt production since ancient times. When salinity rises in summer, salt-loving algae tint parts of the lake pink, making it a popular photo spot on social media. Visitors can smear themselves with black mud and float in the brine, and a small salt museum stands beside the salt pans. The lake area is also an important birdwatching site, where flamingos and pied avocets are common. It lies along the road between the city and the airport and is 10 minutes away by car or taxi. There is no shade on the shoreline, so bring sun protection, and rinse off after the mud bath.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sea Garden
- Alexandrovska Street
- Cathedral of Saints Cyril and Methodius
- Burgas Central Beach & Pier
- Poda Protected Area (Burgas Lakes)
- St. Anastasia Island
- Aquae Calidae Archaeological Park
- Pomorie