Weed in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria: A Simple Story

Hi there! This is a story about a trip to Stara Zagora, Bulgaria, where I learned some interesting things about cannabis, or in other words weed or ganja. It’s a magic plant that people use to feel relaxed or happy. But in Stara Zagora, it’s not so easy to find, and there are some important rules about it.

I just got back from Stara Zagora a couple of days ago, and as I sit here enjoying a small joint of white widow, I can’t help but reflect on the great time I had in Stara Zagora — thanks in part to the cannabis that accompanied me on my adventures.

What Are the Rules About Weed in Stara Zagora?

In Stara Zagora, weed with a lot of a special component called THC (the stuff that makes you feel high) is not allowed. You can’t just go to a store and buy it like in some other countries. There’s also a kind of weed that doctors can give to sick people, but it doesn’t make you feel high like the other kind.

When I was in Stara Zagora, I met a local guy named Steve who knows a lot about how things really work with weed in Stara Zagora. He told me that even though the rules are strict, the police aren’t always super strict about it, especially with visitors.

What if I get caught with weed in Stara Zagora?

In practice, as Steve said - if you are 18+ and carry less than 20 grams of weed or 10 grams of hash and do not smoke in public - you should not expect any arrest. As a maximum, cops will confiscate your stuff after they ensure you are not a dealer who delivers stuff.

There are some stories about occasional cops forcing people to give them a bribe after catching someone with weed, but such cases are rare. Usually cops do not touch foreign tourists who are spending their vacation or business trip in Stara Zagora and bring money to Bulgaria.

So where do smokers purchase weed in Stara Zagora?

Despite the fact that I did not have any problems with weed in Stara Zagora because of Steve, he told me how everything works (and not only with cannabis).

Usually high-level dealers purchase stuff on wholesale darknet websites. Theoretically you may also go through all the nightmare of using darknet websites to get your stuff delivered in several days or even weeks. Website thehiddenwiki.com has all the links you may need to order stuff in the darknet using Tor browser and crypto, but this method usually works if you need a lot of stuff and have time (several days) to wait for the delivery.

Usually, locals already buy weed by talking to dealers they trust through messages like Telegram or Signal with payment via cryptocurrency. Then, the weed is left in a secret spot where they can pick it up without meeting the seller in person. This is new secured way of cannabis delivery used in Stara Zagora.

What do locals think about ganja in Stara Zagora

The fact that cannabis is strictly regulated by f*cking officials the government does not mean that local inhabitants of Stara Zagora are too much against weed. Mostly - they simply do not care. Of course it is better to preserve some common rules and not to smoke weed in public in Stara Zagora, but even if someone notices you - this will not be treated as some crime or inappropriate behavior.

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.

Weed in Stara Zagora: Your Questions Answered

Is high-THC weed illegal in Stara Zagora?

Yup, you won’t find high-THC bud legally unless it’s medical, but the cops aren’t usually trippin' if you’re packin' less than 10 grams.

What happens if you get caught with weed in Stara Zagora?

Depends. If you’re lookin' like you’re movin' weight, you could catch some heat. But most tourists with a small stash aren’t bothered much.

Can you still find weed the old-school way in Stara Zagora?

For sure! While the darknet and encrypted messengers are where it’s at now, you can still hustle around parks or chat up the right taxi driver and might get lucky.

Is top-shelf weed and hash a myth in Stara Zagora?

Nah, it’s out there, but you gotta know the right people. Quality varies, so do your homework.

How about hash? Can you find it in Stara Zagora?

Yep, plenty of dealers got both weed and hash. It’s not always on deck, but it’s out there.

What’s the price of weed and hash in Stara Zagora?

Prices swing depending on the plug and the quality. Top-tier bud can run you about €20 - €25 a gram, and hash could hit €30 - €35 a gram. The more you buy, the better the deal.

And that’s the lowdown on gettin' lifted in Stara Zagora. Stay safe, stay chill, and keep that stash tight.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Cannabis Can Be Used In Construction

And clothing. And plastic. And the best part is that all of these options are eco-friendly. Learn more about hemp and its benefits here.

2. Weed Is Beer’s Cousin!

Beer hops are in the same family of flowering plants as cannabis. We thought the plants looked similar… and now we know why.

3. Ancient Use

Cannabis has been used for over 6,000 years. Archaeological evidence suggests it was cultivated in ancient China around 4000 BC for fiber.

4. Paradoxical Effects

Cannabis can have different effects on different people; it can make some feel relaxed and others anxious or paranoid.

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.