Veliko Tŭrnovo Population 2026

Veliko Tŭrnovo has a population of 59,166, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Veliko Tarnovo. Roughly 0.9% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.

Location of Veliko Tŭrnovo (capital Sofia shown for reference). Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

59,166

Rank in Bulgaria

#15

Coordinates

43.08°N, 25.63°E

~207 m elevation · Europe/Sofia

Distance to capital (Sofia)

193 km

120 miles, straight line

Other big cities in Veliko Tarnovo

City	Population	Rank in Bulgaria
Gorna Oryahovitsa	32,792	#28
Svishtov	30,157	#32

Cities near Veliko Tŭrnovo

Gorna Oryahovitsa32,792 people · ~8 km away
Gabrovo48,133 people · ~34 km away
Sevlievo24,582 people · ~43 km away
Kazanlak47,918 people · ~55 km away
Popovo16,571 people · ~57 km away
Svishtov30,157 people · ~64 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Veliko Tŭrnovo?

Veliko Tŭrnovo has a population of 59,166 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Bulgaria.

What region is Veliko Tŭrnovo in?

Veliko Tŭrnovo is located in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria.

Is Veliko Tŭrnovo the capital of Bulgaria?

No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 193 km away.

Sources & notes

Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.

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