22 Sep 2026

Bare Metal Servers in Sweden & Bulgaria 2026: Dedicated Hosting with 1Gbps Unmetered Bandwidth

Businesses, developers, hosting professionals, privacy-focused projects, and infrastructure teams increasingly need more control than a conventional VPS can provide. Virtual servers remain useful for lightweight workloads, but applications requiring consistent CPU resources, large amounts of memory, dedicated storage, or predictable network performance can benefit from physical hardware.

DarkVPS has expanded its bare-metal infrastructure with server availability focused on Sweden and Bulgaria, giving customers additional options when choosing where their dedicated workloads should run.

Through the DarkVPS bare metal server platform, customers can choose dedicated physical machines with configurations ranging from compact Intel systems to enterprise dual-Xeon servers with hundreds of gigabytes of RAM.

DarkVPS currently lists bare-metal configurations with 1Gbps unmetered bandwidth, IPv4 connectivity, DDoS protection, Linux or Windows operating systems, cryptocurrency payments, proactive monitoring, and security hardening.

For projects targeting European users, having server choices in both Sweden and Bulgaria also makes it possible to select infrastructure based on audience location, network requirements, application architecture, and operational preferences.

What Is a Bare Metal Server?

A bare metal server is a physical server allocated to one customer rather than a virtual machine sharing the underlying hardware with multiple customers.

With VPS hosting, a physical server normally runs a hypervisor such as KVM or another virtualization layer. CPU, memory, storage, and network capacity are divided between virtual machines.

Bare metal works differently.

The customer receives direct access to the physical machine’s resources.

That means:

Dedicated CPU resources
Dedicated RAM
Dedicated local storage
Greater control over the operating system
More predictable sustained performance
Better suitability for resource-intensive services
Freedom to install custom virtualization environments
Improved isolation from other hosting customers

For high-load applications, databases, hosting platforms, virtualization clusters, private infrastructure, storage servers, development environments, or business applications, this extra level of control can be important.

DarkVPS Bare Metal Servers in Sweden

The addition of bare metal servers in Sweden gives DarkVPS customers another European location for hosting dedicated infrastructure.

Sweden can be particularly interesting for projects whose users, customers, or infrastructure are concentrated in Northern Europe and the Nordic region.

Potential workloads include:

Nordic-facing web applications
SaaS infrastructure
API servers
Private cloud infrastructure
Development platforms
Database servers
Backup infrastructure
Game infrastructure
VPN infrastructure
Docker environments
Virtualization servers
High-resource web applications

Choosing a geographically appropriate server location can help reduce unnecessary network distance between an application and its primary users.

Actual latency will always depend on the customer’s ISP, upstream network, peering, destination network, and server configuration, so location should be evaluated together with real network testing rather than geography alone.

For customers who previously had limited choices when deploying DarkVPS infrastructure, Sweden provides another option for building a geographically distributed European hosting environment.

DarkVPS Bare Metal Servers in Bulgaria

Bulgaria remains an important location within DarkVPS’s infrastructure.

DarkVPS describes its infrastructure as privacy-focused and has historically operated its own hardware in Sofia, Bulgaria. The company’s website lists owned infrastructure in Bulgaria and markets the platform around privacy, control, cryptocurrency payments, and customer access to server resources.

A bare metal server in Bulgaria can be particularly useful for projects serving users throughout:

Southeastern Europe
Central Europe
The Balkans
Eastern Europe
Mediterranean markets

Bulgaria can also complement a Swedish server when an organization wants to distribute workloads across more than one European region.

For example, businesses could operate a primary application from Sweden while maintaining secondary infrastructure, backups, monitoring, or another service from Bulgaria.

Sweden vs Bulgaria Bare Metal Servers

There isn’t one location that is automatically better for every workload.

The right choice depends primarily on where users are located and what the server will be used for.

Requirement	Sweden	Bulgaria
Nordic-focused users	Strong geographic option	Longer geographic distance
Balkan-focused users	Longer geographic distance	Strong geographic option
European applications	Suitable	Suitable
Dedicated resources	Yes	Yes
Linux workloads	Supported	Supported
Windows workloads	Supported	Supported
High-resource servers	Available	Available
Cryptocurrency payment	Available through DarkVPS	Available through DarkVPS
Multi-location infrastructure	Useful as Nordic node	Useful as Southeast European node

For latency-sensitive applications, users should test connectivity from the networks and countries most important to their project before making the final deployment decision.

Current DarkVPS Bare Metal Hardware

DarkVPS provides several hardware tiers rather than using a single configuration for every customer.

Dark Server 1

The entry configuration currently listed includes:

Intel Core i3-9100T
4 CPU cores
Up to 3.70 GHz Turbo
8 GB RAM
250 GB NVMe
1Gbps unmetered bandwidth
IPv4
DDoS protection
Additional IPv4 options
Windows Server
Debian
Ubuntu

The listed monthly price is €100.

This type of server is suitable for customers who need dedicated hardware but don’t require enterprise amounts of memory or dozens of CPU cores.

Dark Server 2

The next configuration increases processor and memory capacity:

Intel Xeon E3-1241 v3
Up to 3.90 GHz Turbo
16 GB RAM
240 GB SSD
1Gbps unmetered bandwidth
IPv4 networking
DDoS protection
Windows Server
Debian
Ubuntu

The server is currently listed at €120 per month.

This configuration can suit moderate web hosting, application servers, databases, automation systems, and development environments.

High-Capacity Dual-Xeon Bare Metal

Projects requiring much more memory and storage can move to DarkVPS’s larger configurations.

One listed system includes:

2× Intel Xeon 2686 v4 processors
36 cores
72 threads
Up to 3.8 GHz
256 GB RAM
8 TB SSD storage
1Gbps unmetered bandwidth
IPv4
DDoS protection

This configuration is currently listed at €500 per month.

A server at this level can support significantly heavier workloads, including virtualization, database infrastructure, storage-heavy applications, hosting platforms, and multiple isolated environments.

512 GB RAM Bare Metal Server

DarkVPS also lists a higher-end enterprise configuration built around:

2× Intel Xeon Gold 6148 processors
40 physical cores
80 threads
Up to 3.7 GHz Turbo
512 GB DDR4 RAM
480 GB NVMe storage
1Gbps unmetered bandwidth
IPv4 connectivity
DDoS protection
24/7 system monitoring
24/7 technical support
Proactive maintenance

The listed monthly price is €950.

This configuration is particularly relevant when memory capacity and CPU concurrency are more important than simply obtaining a basic dedicated server.

1Gbps Unmetered Connectivity

One of the most important specifications across the DarkVPS bare-metal range is the network configuration.

Current server listings advertise 1Gbps unmetered bandwidth.

This can benefit applications involving substantial traffic volumes, including:

Websites with large files
API infrastructure
Software distribution
Backup systems
Remote storage access
Development infrastructure
Media platforms
Multiple virtual machines
Hosting environments

“Unmetered” normally refers to the absence of a fixed monthly transfer quota on the advertised port. It should not be interpreted as a guarantee that every workload will continuously sustain the full port capacity, since real throughput can depend on routing, destination networks, hardware, network conditions, and provider policies.

Windows and Linux Support

DarkVPS’s bare-metal listings provide multiple operating-system options.

Current options include Windows Server 2025, Debian 12, Ubuntu 22.04, and Ubuntu 24.04 on listed configurations.

Linux makes the platform suitable for:

Nginx
Apache
Docker
Node.js
Python
PHP
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Redis
Kubernetes-related environments
Custom server software

Windows Server can instead support environments that depend on Microsoft technologies, Windows-specific applications, remote administration, or RDP workflows.

Because customers receive a dedicated physical server, they have considerably more flexibility than with many managed hosting products.

Build Your Own Virtualization Environment

Bare metal can also serve as the foundation for a private virtualization platform.

Instead of purchasing multiple independent VPS instances, experienced administrators can deploy a hypervisor on dedicated hardware and divide the physical server into their own virtual machines.

Depending on the administrator’s requirements and licensing, technologies may include:

Proxmox VE
KVM
VMware
Hyper-V
LXC
Docker
Other container or virtualization platforms

This is especially attractive on machines with 256 GB or 512 GB RAM because a single physical server can host several isolated workloads.

It also gives the infrastructure owner control over CPU allocation, RAM allocation, storage, networking, operating systems, snapshots, and internal architecture.

Privacy-Focused Infrastructure

Privacy is another major part of the DarkVPS positioning.

DarkVPS says its platform is designed around customer privacy and independent infrastructure. Its privacy policy states that the company does not routinely inspect the contents of customer VPS instances and says it does not maintain customer activity logs covering websites visited, commands executed, applications used, or content stored inside VPS instances.

Customers should still ensure their applications comply with applicable laws, DarkVPS policies, software licensing requirements, and the regulations relevant to their own activities.

Privacy-focused hosting does not remove those responsibilities.

Cryptocurrency Payments

DarkVPS also provides cryptocurrency payment options.

Its website currently lists support for cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Monero, USDT, Ethereum, Litecoin, and TRX.

For international customers, cryptocurrency can provide another payment method alongside the technical benefits of dedicated infrastructure.

DDoS Protection and Server Security

The bare-metal configurations currently include DDoS protection, while higher-end plans also advertise proactive monitoring, security hardening, and technical support.

However, securing a dedicated server remains a shared responsibility.

Administrators should still implement measures such as:

SSH key authentication
Strong administrator passwords
Regular operating-system updates
Firewall rules
Restricted management ports
Database access controls
Automated backups
Off-site backups
Application-level monitoring
Security auditing
Two-factor authentication where supported

Receiving full control over a bare-metal server also means taking responsibility for configuring it correctly.

Who Should Consider DarkVPS Bare Metal?

Bare metal makes the most sense when the limitations of shared virtual resources start affecting a project.

DarkVPS dedicated servers could be considered for workloads such as:

High-Traffic Websites

Large websites and web applications can benefit from predictable CPU, memory, and storage availability.

Databases

MySQL, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, and other data-intensive systems can benefit from dedicated memory and storage.

Private Cloud Infrastructure

Businesses can create internal hosting environments rather than spreading workloads across unrelated VPS instances.

Virtualization

High-memory servers can host multiple virtual machines using Proxmox, KVM, or similar platforms.

Development and Testing

Development teams can build isolated environments with complete operating-system control.

Business Applications

ERP systems, internal platforms, APIs, automation tools, and private applications can operate on dedicated hardware.

Backup Infrastructure

High-capacity physical servers can also be used as part of a structured backup and disaster-recovery architecture.

VPS vs Bare Metal: Which Should You Choose?

A VPS remains the better choice for many smaller projects.

Choose a VPS when you need:

Lower monthly cost
Fast deployment
Small applications
Development environments
Moderate resources

Consider bare metal when you need:

Dedicated CPU
Large RAM capacity
Sustained workloads
Dedicated storage
Greater infrastructure control
Custom virtualization
Consistent resource availability
Multiple services on one physical machine

Moving from VPS to bare metal is therefore less about simply buying a “faster server” and more about gaining exclusive control over the physical infrastructure.

Sweden and Bulgaria Expand DarkVPS’s Dedicated Hosting Options

Adding Sweden and Bulgaria bare metal server options gives DarkVPS customers more flexibility when designing European infrastructure.

Sweden can provide a useful location for Nordic and Northern European deployments, while Bulgaria offers another strategic European location for users targeting Central, Eastern, Balkan, and Southeastern European markets.

Combined with dedicated hardware, 1Gbps unmetered connectivity, DDoS protection, Linux and Windows operating systems, cryptocurrency payments, and server configurations reaching 512 GB RAM, DarkVPS’s bare-metal platform is designed for customers who need considerably more control than a standard virtual server can offer.

Users who need physical infrastructure can review the latest availability, server configurations, and pricing directly on the DarkVPS Bare Metal Servers page.

FAQ

Does DarkVPS offer bare metal servers in Sweden?

Yes. Sweden has been added as a location for DarkVPS bare-metal infrastructure, providing another European deployment option for customers.

Does DarkVPS offer bare metal servers in Bulgaria?

Yes. Bulgaria is one of DarkVPS’s core infrastructure locations, and dedicated bare-metal hosting is available for customers requiring physical server resources.

What network speed do DarkVPS bare metal servers include?

The currently listed configurations advertise 1Gbps unmetered bandwidth.

Can I install Linux on a DarkVPS dedicated server?

Yes. Current listings include Debian 12 and Ubuntu 22.04/24.04 alongside Windows Server options.

Does DarkVPS accept cryptocurrency?

Yes. DarkVPS currently lists Bitcoin, Monero, USDT, Ethereum, Litecoin, and TRX among its supported cryptocurrencies.

What is the largest DarkVPS bare metal configuration?

At the time of writing, the largest configuration shown on the bare-metal page includes 512 GB DDR4 RAM, dual Intel Xeon Gold 6148 processors, 40 cores/80 threads, NVMe storage, and 1Gbps unmetered bandwidth.

Is bare metal better than VPS hosting?

It depends on the workload. VPS hosting is usually more economical for smaller applications, while bare metal provides dedicated physical resources and greater control for demanding workloads.

Can a bare metal server run Proxmox?

A dedicated physical server can generally be used as a virtualization host when the hardware, operating system, licensing, and provider configuration support it. This makes bare metal useful for administrators who want to create their own private virtualized infrastructure.

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