About Balıkesir

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Balıkesir attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Balıkesir Best beaches

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Kids friendly

Ruins beach

Burhaniye 3.8 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Gulsah beach

Tahtakuslar 2.9 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
5.7 Amenities index
Kids friendly
Good
7.7
Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Badavut beach

Ayvalik 7.2 km
Good
7.7
Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Small free area • Crowded in season
6.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Denetko beach

Coruk 3.8 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
5.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Imbat beach

Tahtakuslar 3.1 km
Good
7.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
1 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 110 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Balıkesir.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Balıkesir, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly narrow, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 76.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Balıkesir is less than 500 meters. 98 beaches are relatively easy to access, 3 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 9 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of Balıkesir beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Balıkesir's beaches

Akcay Resort beach
6 Tekin "RIZAN" YILMAZ

There are no facilities available anymore. The land is up for sale and the buildings that were once part of the railways are now in ruins. However, there is a small buffet that offers sun lounger service. The only positive aspect is that there is a public beach right in the center of Akçay. It's a nice spot to simply grab a chair, an umbrella, and relax.

Ruins beach
10 Mr. Azurite

Perfect

Guvercin Koyu beach
10 Lynna Valtairn

Very nice

Badavut beach
10 Ahmed Ali (Sparrow)

The beach boasts lovely sand and the water is refreshingly clear, albeit a bit chilly. Nonetheless, it's a great spot for a swim! 😊

Denetko beach
6 Samantha R.

The beach is situated within a secluded summer resort, boasting a vast expanse of sandy shoreline. While the sea may not be exceptional, it is relatively shallow and occasionally has grassy patches. Additionally, the resort provides umbrellas and sunbeds for its guests, so it's best to bring your own if you're not staying there. Overall, it's the perfect spot for families or anyone seeking a tranquil seaside escape.

Imbat beach
10 Kadir Ozan.

The pristine and refreshing waters make this beach a top choice for many. The local government takes great care in maintaining its cleanliness, but it's up to us visitors to do our part in keeping it tidy.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 12 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 33°C and water up to 23.5°C in July. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 9.8°C and water to 11.2°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Balıkesir? In total there are 110 beaches and the most popular is Erdek beach II.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Balıkesir?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Balıkesir, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 110 beaches in total, of which about 1 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Balıkesir:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Balıkesir?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Balıkesir, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Balıkesir?

Most of the beaches located in Balıkesir are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Balıkesir?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Balıkesir?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Balıkesir by occupancy.

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Balıkesir?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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