Melnitza (Vasiliko)

Melnitza is an exposed beach break on the Black Sea near Tsarevo. When conditions align, it can produce surf with both left and right waves, with the best results coming from a northeast/east-northeast swell. The break is described as working across all stages of the tide. The spot is generally more suited to intermediate surfers, primarily due to safety concerns. Reports highlight rips, undertow/rip currents (especially during heavier swell), and rocks/submerged rocks present in the water or near the break. Even though it can be quiet and uncrowded when surf is on, riders should approach carefully and stay alert for submerged hazards. Wind support is most associated with southerly directions (south to south-southwest), while the swell direction is the key determinant for wave quality. Wind conditions are described with a typical 10–25 knots range, but reliability can be low and gustiness can be moderate. Water temperatures are cold outside summer. A spring wetsuit (with a neoprene hood, gloves, and boots) is specifically recommended, and winter conditions can be significantly colder, so head and hand protection are important. During the summer period, crowding may increase elsewhere in the region, but Melnitza itself has been described as uncrowded even when working.