Field School:

Bulgaria: Nessebar Underwater Archaeology

Summer 2026

https://ifrglobal.org/program/bulgaria-underwater-archaeology/

Make your summer an adventure unlike any other by taking a deep dive into history and contributing to the preservation of Bulgaria’s maritime heritage. Nestled on a picturesque peninsula, Nessebar boasts a rich history dating back thousands of years, with traces of its past visible both above and below the water’s surface.  This field school offers the opportunity to explore the depths of the Black Sea, mapping the ancient city of Mesambria, while actively engaging with the local community to preserve their cultural heritage. You’ll play a vital role in initiatives such as establishing an underwater museum of archaeology, collaborating with locals, diving centers, tourists, and archaeologists alike to showcase the submerged heritage and landscapes of Nessebar.

Field school highlights:

• Contribute to our understanding of coastal landscape changes & human adaptation strategies to sea level fluctuations.
• Develop professional skills in underwater archaeology, including reconnaissance surveys, excavations, mapping, photogrammetry, 3D modeling, and more.
• Experience the charm of Nessebar & the beauty of the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast.