POMORIE

• BGPOR
• Latitude: 42.5583
• Longitude: 27.63
• Black Sea
• Port in Bulgaria

Location: Pomorie Bulgaria

Pomorie is a small and picturesque coastal town located on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria, renowned for its beautiful beaches, natural mud baths, and wine production. The town also features a functional marine port which primarily serves local fishing, tourism, and small commercial activities.

Port Description:

The Port of Pomorie is relatively modest compared to larger Bulgarian ports like Varna and Burgas, but it is well-equipped to handle regional maritime activities.

1. Type of Port: Mixed-use, predominantly serving fishing vessels, yachts, and small commercial vessels.
2. Location: Situated in the southeastern part of the country on the Black Sea coast, approximately 20 kilometers north of the larger port city of Burgas.
3. Coordinates: Roughly at 42.5614° N latitude, 27.6400° E longitude.

Specifications:

1. Facilities:

   • Berths: Multiple berths for small to medium-sized vessels.
   • Mooring: Available for both short-term and long-term mooring.
   • Fishing Infrastructure: Dedicated areas and facilities for the local fishing industry, including freshwater supply and fish processing.
   • Yacht Services: Services for leisure yachts, including maintenance and repair facilities.

2. Draft Depth:

   • Entrance Channel: Variable, generally shallow, suitable for smaller vessels, typically around 4 to 5 meters.
   • Berth Depth: Similar to the entrance channel, ranging from 4 to 5 meters, adequate for small commercial and fishing vessels.

3. Port Services:

   • Loading/Unloading: Basic facilities for loading and unloading goods, mainly for local use.
   • Fuel Supply: Available for both commercial and private vessels.
   • Water and Electricity: Available at the dock.
   • Waste Disposal: Facilities to handle the waste disposal requirements of the vessels.

4. Navigational Aids:

   • Lighthouse: Basic lighthouse or navigational beacon to guide vessels entering and exiting the port.
   • Buoys and Markers: Positioned to demarcate the safe entry channels and docking areas.

5. Customs and Immigration: Limited facilities; mainly serves domestic and regional maritime traffic.

6. Security: Basic port security in place, focusing on the safety of moored vessels and prevention of unauthorized access.

7. Accessibility:

   • Road Access: Well-connected by road to nearby cities like Burgas.
   • Public Transport: Limited options but accessible by local buses and taxis.

8. Operations:

   • Operational Hours: Typically operates during daylight hours, subject to local regulations and weather conditions.
   • Seasonality: Activity may increase during the tourist season (summer months) due to heightened yachting and fishing activity.

Nearby Attractions:

• Pomorie Lake: Known for its healing mud baths.
• Historical Museum of Pomorie: Offers insights into the rich history of the town.
• Thracian Tomb: An ancient burial site.

Summary:

The Port of Pomorie is a functional but small-scale marine port that caters mostly to the local fishing industry, small commercial shipping, and tourism-related activities. It offers essential services and facilities for its scale, making it a quaint yet efficient port for regional maritime operations.