Ganja in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria - ma story

Hi, folks! Today I plan to share my rasta-experience after visiting infinite party Stara Zagora in Bulgaria. Brief conclusion - for some reason it’s not easy to get really good🍀cannabis buds or hash in Stara Zagora in an “oldschool way”, but options do exist. Below I describe what is going on with weed in Stara Zagora.

I just got back from Stara Zagora a week ago, now smoking a big joint of pineapple weed strain, reminding me of that cool time I had in Stara Zagora — thanks in part to the weed that accompanied me on my adventures.

Cannabis Laws in Bulgaria: What You Need to Know

First things first, it’s important to understand that high-THC cannabis is illegal in Stara Zagora. Unlike in Amsterdam, you won’t find any coffee shops selling potent marijuana strains. While medical cannabis is available, it’s typically low in THC and won’t give you the high you might be looking for.

During my stay, I met a local named Steve in the hotel bar. He’s lived in Stara Zagora for a while and knows a lot about the cannabis scene. According to him, while the official regulations are strict, enforcement isn’t always so rigid in practice.

What Happens If You Get Caught with Weed?

In Stara Zagora, if you have a little bit of weed with you (less than 10 grams), you probably won’t get into big trouble. The police might take it away, but they usually won’t arrest you. It’s still a good idea to be careful and not smoke cannabis in public in Stara Zagora.

How Do People Get Weed in Stara Zagora?

Finding weed in Stara Zagora isn’t as easy as just asking someone on the street. Wholesale dealers in Stara Zagora buy weed through special darknet websites, but that’s a bit tricky for regular cannabis users who want to smoke, but not re-sell weed.

If you are just having a short vacation or a trip to Stara Zagora - purchasing weed via wholesale darknet websites is not an option. Looking for dealers on the streets and in parks is still something you may do to find some weed in Stara Zagora, but more and more dealers are shifting to online orders done via messengers and payments in bitcoins instead of cash. This simply protects them from ever being caught by cops. Crypto payments are anonymous and delivery is done to selected location without any personal meetings, so both you and the dealer are secured from any possible consequences.

This was a surprise for me cause I am more old school and just “heard something about crypto”. While now all youngsters (who are usually a target group for cannabis dealers) have crypto wallets so dealers simply follow the trend. I think dealers are losing money anyway because not all clients know crypto, but Steve commented that nowadays if you do not use crypto - you 100% have a friend who uses it, so you may just send him money from card and he does crypto transaction for you. After that I remembered I also have such a friend, so I agreed with Steve.

What Do People in Stara Zagora Think About Weed?

Even though weed is against the rules, a lot of people in Stara Zagora don’t mind it too much. They just think you should be polite and not smoke it in front of everyone.

The overall attitude of locals to weed is rather relaxed, so you may even feel yourself home in Stara Zagora after one good joint, telling this from my own experience. Steve shared with me a joint of simply perfect sativa (while he did not know the exact strain). We were smoking outside the bar, and saw other guys doing the same on the other side of the street 😁 So I can definitely say that smoking weed is rather popular in Stara Zagora.

I’ve asked Steve if he may share contacts of his dealer, cause stuff was out of this world. He told me that his exact dealer does not work with new people, so he will be my dealer during my vacation, which was simply perfect. I wish everyone to find your own Steve in some bar of Stara Zagora.

Frequently asked questions about Cannabis in Stara Zagora

Is cannabis legal in Stara Zagora?

No, non-medical cannabis is not legal in Stara Zagora, while cops are relaxed towards weed and having less than 20 grams in your pocket should not result in arrest.

What if I get caught with weed in Stara Zagora?

If cops think you are a real dealer who delivers stuff - you will have problems. But usually tourists with small amounts of hash or weed are not touched at all, only dealers should worry.

Can I buy weed on the streets of Stara Zagora?

Yes you still can. This is an outdated approach already so more and more dealers are switching to online sales, but hustling parks and central streets may still give you successful results. While much easier would be finding dealer’s contacts and order online with further delivery.

Top quality weed and hash in Stara Zagora - truth or myth?

Yes, truth, but complex to find. Quality differs among different dealers.

Is it possible to find hash in Stara Zagora?

Yes, a lot of dealers sell both weed and hash, so hash is also popular and can be found in Stara Zagora. Not always available, but rather popular.

Price for weed / hash in Stara Zagora?

Prices vary from dealer to dealer and usually depend on quality and anything else. From what I saw - super high quality weed may go up to €20 - €25 per 1 gram (while the more you buy - the lower price you get), and high quality hash was around €30-€35 per 1 gram. Have not seen low quality weed in Stara Zagora so do not know the prices, but should be lower.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Cannabis Has Tons Of Nicknames

Due to its illegal status, cannabis is one of the drugs with the most nicknames out there. Weed, ganja, pot, grass, dope, reefer, hash, and even sandwiches if you’re a How I Met Your Mother fan are just a few of the slang terms that have become a part of the beloved cannabis culture.

2. You Can’t Lethally Overdose On Cannabis

Don’t get us wrong. You can overdose on cannabis, which means consuming more than the recommended amount. What it means is that it’s practically impossible for you to consume the amount of cannabis it would take to kill a person.

3. Psychoactive Compound

The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), responsible for the "high" sensation

4. CBD

Cannabidiol (CBD) is another significant compound in cannabis, known for its therapeutic effects without causing a high.

5. Oldest Record of Use

The oldest written record of cannabis use comes from a Chinese medical text dating back to around 2700 BC, where it was recommended for treating gout, rheumatism, and malaria.

Comments (12)


  1. Good post, thanks for the info, but it’d be way better if y’all dropped some dealer contacts! C’mooon 😡😡😡

  2. Hey RASTA squad! ONE LOVE! 🙌 All’s good here, but I need HELP! Big bday bash in 2 days, lookin for some coke and hash/weed in Stara Zagora to make it lit! Any solid HQ plug would be a lifesaver – got Wise, Skrill, Revolut, cash, crypto, whatever. NEED A TRUSTWORTHY PLUG ASAP 🙏🙏🙏

    1. Same, need that fire sativa! Me and Sniffer waitin’ on replies – c’mon ppl, we know you’re out there 😂

    2. also here, same request 👀

    3. +1, right here wit y’all lol

  3. Alright, alright, gotcha, fam 🦁. Got a known plug here in Stara Zagora who calls himself Bob Marley (of course 🙄) 😂 – low imagination, high quality. Prices are steep, accepts only crypto, does delivery, but usually slow on replies. Find him under @bob_marley_king on Telegram. Don’t be surprised if he ghosts you for a bit lol, looks like he smokes his own stuff regularly 😒

    1. Yup, Bob Marley is the real deal. But heads tons of fakes out there, check every single letter in that @bob_marley_king handle. Here’s the link so no one messes up - @bob_marley_king 😉.

    2. Thanks, fam! Didn’t think anyone would actually come through, y’all the best! I’ll keep ya posted 😆

  4. Ayy crew, found a plan B – my buddy showed me a Telegram bot for weed, didn’t even know bots could do this! Just follow the menu, pay in crypto, and they give you GPS directions and pics to grab your stuff. Got 5g indica, pickup was in a cig pack in a wall downtown, easy find. Here’s the bot – @happy_rasta_bot

  5. Brooo thanks so much! Tried Bob Marley , no answer, so went with @happy_rasta_bot – worked like a charm! Got my 5g in a cig pack, all set. Pics comin up!



  6. Huge thanks to @ChronicKing! Bob Marley saved the party, no doubt 😉! Just like ya said – hit him up via @bob_marley_king and took about an hour to reply. Sent me the menu, had everything I wanted. Got 10g of sativa for €15/g with the bigger order, smaller orders are €25/g with a 3g minimum. Absolute top quality, party was a hit. Here’s some pics of my 10g haul – weighed it up for proof!







  7. Yo, shoutout to you, ChronicKing!! Tried Bob Marley too, went smooth as ever. Cheers fam!

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