Latest earthquakes near Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Veliko Tarnovo? If an earthquake is happening right now near Veliko Tarnovo (also known as Veliko Tŭrnovo), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Veliko Tarnovo Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Veliko Tarnovo. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Veliko Tarnovo and elsewhere.
Apr 23, 2025 12:49PM
DAMAGING M6.2 Earthquake struck on Wednesday Afternoon in the Sea Of Marmara near Istanbul (Türkiye).
Veliko Tarnovo Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 89 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 8 earthquakes per year
A relatively large number of earthquakes occurred near Veliko Tarnovo in 2023. A total of 17 earthquakes (mag 4+) were detected within 300 km of Veliko Tarnovo that year. The strongest had a 5.6 magnitude.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Veliko Tarnovo in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Veliko Tarnovo during this time. Usually, higher magnitudes are less common than lower magnitudes. Small earthquakes with a magnitude below 4 on the Richter scale have been omitted from this overview.
| Magnitude | Earthquakes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Mag. 4 | 85 | 95.51% |
| Mag. 5 | 4 | 4.49% |
| Mag. 6 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Veliko Tarnovo
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Veliko Tarnovo occurred on Feb 14, 2023 15:16 local time (Europe/Sofia timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.6 and struck 297 kilometers (185 mi) north-west of Veliko Tŭrnovo, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Veliko Tarnovo in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.2 earthquake struck on Aug 9, 1912 03:29, 289 kilometers (180 mi) north-west of Veliko Tŭrnovo. It is the strongest earthquake near Veliko Tarnovo in the past 126 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria in the past 10 years. You can use the tabs to find the heaviest historic earthquakes since the year 1900 or within a specific year or distance from Veliko Tarnovo.
Earthquakes by city in Veliko Tarnovo
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria.
Use this regional Veliko Tarnovo earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Gorna Oryahovitsa and Svishtov.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Veliko Tarnovo.
When was the last earthquake in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria?
A 2.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Veliko Tarnovo on the afternoon of February 3, 2026 at 14:42 local time (Europe/Sofia). The center of this earthquake was located 299km south-southeast of Veliko Tŭrnovo at a depth of 7km under water in the Sea Of Marchmara. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria?
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Veliko Tarnovo on the night of August 9, 1912 at 03:29 local time (Europe/Sofia). The center of this earthquake was located 289km south-southeast of Veliko Tŭrnovo at a depth of 15km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Veliko Tarnovo since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria?
In the past 10 years, 89 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Veliko Tarnovo. This averages to 9 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 41 days.
