last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other Practical Information for Bulgaria
Luggage and Equipment to Bring
Just like in France, for example, in summer, pack light clothing plus a woolen layer for inland areas and evenings. In winter, warm clothing is necessary everywhere, including on the coast where it can get very cold at times.
Communications
Telephone
International dialing code: (00 +) 359.
Internet
Internet is now widely available in the country, and many accommodations, bars, restaurants, etc., offer connections. Free Wi-Fi is also available in cities at shopping centers, train and bus stations, and various public spaces. In short, no need to worry about this.
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Time Difference
Local time: .
Bulgaria is on UTC+2, with daylight saving time changes generally aligning with those in France. There is thus a one-hour difference year-round with France; for example, it is 1:00 PM in Sofia when it is noon in Paris.
Electricity
230 V (50 Hz) with "French" plugs (officially type F), which will require an adapter for North American plugs.
Opening Hours
Laundromats
Local Tourist Offices
Weights and Measures
Bulgaria uses the metric and decimal system, just like France.
French Language Use
For foreign languages, Russian and German are relatively common among older generations, unlike French, which is spoken by almost no one, even though Bulgaria is a member of the Francophonie. As for English, few people speak it, though younger generations are starting to learn it well, and in all tourist areas, you will (almost) always find some English speakers.