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Sboryanovo Historical and Archeological Reserve, Bulgaria: what it is and when to go
Sboryanovo Historical and Archeological Reserve is an archaeological site in Bulgaria (Историко-археологически резерват "Сборяново"). Interests: History. The best time to visit is May to October. In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45. It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Bulgaria: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Archaeological site in Bulgaria · History
- Local name
- Историко-археологически резерват "Сборяново"
- Where
- Bulgaria
- Best time
- May to October.
- Nearest airport
- VAR Varna, 103 km as the crow flies
- Protection
- Protected heritage
- Coordinates
- 43.73901, 26.76267
What it is and where
Sboryanovo Historical and Archeological Reserve is an archaeological site in Bulgaria (Историко-археологически резерват "Сборяново"). It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Bulgaria: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
Its coordinates are 43.73901, 26.76267; the nearest main airport is Varna Airport (VAR, Varna), 103 km as the crow flies. How to get around Bulgaria (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
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- Protection
- Protected heritage
It is one of the History places in Bulgaria. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Sboryanovo Historical and Archeological Reserve is May to October.
- JanPossible9:05
- FebPossible10:16
- MarPossible11:38
- AprPossible13:13
- MayBest time14:32
- JunBest time15:15
- JulBest time14:57
- AugBest time13:49
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:46
- NovPossible9:25
- DecPossible8:45
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
When to go to Bulgaria in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to Bulgaria
To enter Bulgaria there are 6 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Valid Spanish ID card (DNI) or passport”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the Bulgaria checklist. Currency: Euro (EUR) since 1 January 2026; plugs: Type C and F · 230 V · 50 Hz (the same plug as in Spain); emergencies: 112.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Thracian Tomb of SveshtariTomb in Bulgaria741 m
- AbritusRuins of a Roman city in Bulgaria30 km
- StenataProtected area in Bulgaria36 km
- Museum of Danube Fishing and Boat-Making, TutrakanMuseum in Bulgaria37 km
- Beli Lom ReserveProtected area40 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the Bulgaria guide.
More in Bulgaria: History
- Rila Monastery: Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria
- Boyana Church: church in Sofia, Bulgaria
- Madara Rider: early medieval rock relief
- Srebarna Nature Reserve: nature reserve and biosphere reserve in Bulgaria
- Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo: UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ruse Province, Bulgaria
- Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak: vaulted-brickwork tomb in Kazanlak, Bulgaria
Every Bulgaria place under History, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sboryanovo Historical and Archeological Reserve?
It is an archaeological site in Bulgaria (Историко-археологически резерват "Сборяново" in the local language). It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Bulgaria: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Sboryanovo Historical and Archeological Reserve?
May to October. In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45.
How do you get to Sboryanovo Historical and Archeological Reserve?
The nearest main airport is Varna Airport (VAR), 103 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around Bulgaria is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the Bulgaria map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Thracian Tomb of Sveshtari, Abritus, Stenata. The rest is in the Bulgaria guide.
Keep reading
- History111 places for history in Bulgaria, from Rila Monastery to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: May to October. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- BulgariaBefore travelling to Bulgaria: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. For Spanish citizens, a Spanish ID card (DNI) is enough to get in, and since 1 January…
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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