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Bulgarian Black Sea Coast, Bulgaria
Lighthouse Golf Resort
An Ian Woosnam design on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast near Balchik, part of European Tour Properties.
Course overview
Designed by Ian Woosnam and European Golf Design and opened in 2008, Lighthouse Golf Resort brings a links-influenced layout to the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. Numerous bunkers frame wide fairways, with wooded sections adding definition on the inland holes. The resort is a European Tour Properties member and multiple-winner of the World Golf Awards Best Golf Course in Bulgaria.
The essentials
- Architect
- Ian Woosnam
- Established
- 2008
- Type
- Coastal
- Par
- 71
- Handicap
- HCP 0–30
- Location
- Dobrich, Bulgaria
Character & atmosphere
A links-flavoured layout with wide fairways and a coastal setting, suited to golfers who want Black Sea views without the severity of Thracian Cliffs.
Highlights
Why play here
- Designed by Ian Woosnam, opened in 2008.
- Sea views feature throughout the round.
- A moderate round for golfers who enjoy a proper test.
- Part of a full golf resort, with facilities on site.
- Recognised in our Best Value ranking.
GolfTrip Score breakdown
Editorial scoring framework — not an official course rating.
Facilities
Practical guidance
Plan your visit
How to get there
Varna Airport is the main gateway for the northern Black Sea coast. The drive north to Balchik follows the coastal road and takes around 45 minutes. Car hire and private transfers are available at the airport.
Where to stay
Staying near Kavarna or within the Thracian Cliffs resort puts you directly at the heart of Bulgaria's golf coast. The clifftop scenery is dramatic, and the Thracian Cliffs resort itself has good on-site facilities.
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