Introducing: About Tekirdağ
- Tekirdağ, north of the Marmara Sea, is one of three provinces in Thrace.
- The province’s coastline borders both the Marmara and Black seas. The region is a popular destination for city dwellers, particularly those from İstanbul.
- Tekirdağ’s expansive coastlines and beaches offer a relaxing summer holiday.
- The area is accessible via air travel and public transportation such as intercity buses, as well as by taxis and private vehicles.
- Tekirdağ has a number of notable beaches, including Şarköy, Kumbağ, Marmaraereğlisi and Altınova.
Notable Tekirdağ beaches
Tekirdağ’s beaches and coastlines offer excellent swimming along the Marmara Sea. Şarköy Beach, Kumbağ Beach, Altınova Beach and Marmaraereğlisi Beach are among the most popular beaches in the area; many of the Tekirdağ province’s beaches have Blue Flag status, as do several of the public beaches in Şarköy. Şarköy’s beaches are approximately 200 meters long and feature sand, pebble or rocky surfaces depending on location. There are showers, sunbeds, umbrellas and changing cabins at the district’s beaches.
Tekirdağ beaches are generally public and the majority offer free entry, though visitors can rent sunbeds and umbrellas.
Şarköy Beach
Tekirdağ’s most popular beach is in Şarköy. This area is known for its Blue Flag public beaches and forested areas. Known for its natural beauty and clean sea, Şarköy is a popular summer destination for both local and foreign visitors. Şarköy Beach has a sandy beach and a rocky sea bottom; sea shoes are useful. The area’s beaches are ideal for families, with mainly calm and clean waters. Facilities include toilets, showers and changing cabins.
There are various social areas near the beaches, including the Trakya Fest Campground, which is about a five-minute walk from the beach. As well, numerous other hostels, hotels and cafeterias are within walking distance of the beach.
In addition to its Blue Flag beaches, Şarköy’s Uçmakdere district has paragliding facilities, offering participants beautiful aerial views of the Marmara Sea.
Kumbağ Beach
Kumbağ Beach is another popular summer destination in Tekirdağ. Set between the Tekirdağ center and Şarköy, Kumbağ features wide sandy beaches and clean seas. Kumbağ Public Beach is free and features shower facilities along with umbrellas and sun loungers. The Kumbağ area houses a range of accommodations and dining facilities, making it a standout among Tekirdağ public beaches. In addition, holiday villages and pensions are conveniently located within walking distance of Kumbağ Beach.
Altınova Beach
Altınova Beach is approximately six kilometers from Süleymanpaşa, a central district in Tekirdağ. Altınova Public Beach, part of the Tekirdağ Metropolitan Municipality, received Blue Flag awards in 2017, 2018 and 2019, and is thus the preferred destination for the majority of visitors in the area. The sandy beach is about 200 meters long and between 10 and 15 meters wide; the sea has a sand bottom and the beach offers various facility services.
Behind Altınova Public Beach is the lovely Tekirdağ Metropolitan Municipality Urban Forest, another great place to visit.
Marmaraereğlisi Beach
Featuring 32 kilometers of coastline and sandy beaches, Marmaraereğlisi presents a relaxing vacation. A number of private businesses operate along the district’s lovely beaches, including casual seafood and kebab eateries. In addition, Perinthos, the site of a 6th-century BC settlement, is about an 8-minute walk from the Marmaraereğlisi town center.
Değirmenaltı Public Beach
Değirmenaltı Public Beach offers free entry and rental facilities for sunbeds and umbrellas. The centrally located beach features gorgeous sea views and is also near the Atatürk Forest Recreation Area, which features tables, fountains and barbecue areas.
There are numerous restaurants and cafeterias near the beach and a number of hotels in the area.
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