Svishtov Population 2026
Svishtov has a population of 30,157, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Veliko Tarnovo. Roughly 0.5% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 38× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,157
Rank in Bulgaria
#32
Coordinates
43.62°N, 25.35°E
~74 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
194 km
120 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Veliko Tarnovo
| City | Population | Rank in Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Veliko Tŭrnovo | 59,166 | #15 |
| Gorna Oryahovitsa | 32,792 | #28 |
Cities near Svishtov
- Ruse121,168 people · ~55 km away
- Gorna Oryahovitsa32,792 people · ~62 km away
- Pleven90,209 people · ~63 km away
- Veliko Tŭrnovo59,166 people · ~64 km away
- Sevlievo24,582 people · ~69 km away
- Lovech27,910 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Svishtov?
Svishtov has a population of 30,157 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Svishtov in?
Svishtov is located in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria.
Is Svishtov the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 194 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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