Wild camping / van life

There are sure to be some places that are less safe than others like everywhere, but I don't see why Bulgaria or Romania overall would be less safe than anywhere else in Europe provide you take the usual precautions. If somewhere doesn't feel safe, trust your instincts and keep driving.

Drivers do speed, and overtaking can be a bit erratic, so I don't think pulling over to the side of a busy road to sleep unless it's a dedicated parking area is safe, but that applies anywhere else as well.

I've never van camped in Bulgaria, but I do stay alone in a not-very-secure house with open windows and haven't ever felt unsafe.

@janemulberry thabk you very much for the comment  and the advice 👍

I have driven to Bulgaria twice now, and slept in the boot of my car, as Jane said, if your gut feeling isn't right just move on.

Romania and Bulgaria are not as bad a some people say, from what I have experienced. To be fair, I was more apprehensive about stopping near Calais than anywhere else!

You will be fine, just use common sense and lock your doors only have your window cracked open securely, most things only happen if you give the perpetrator the opportunity to do said things.

@CarlS1986 thank you !

We live in southern Bulgaria are there are often campers / vans in the area. it is normal here in Bulgaria.

Fisherman also often camp next to rivers for many days.

@frazer2022 thank you !