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Best beaches in the Lycian Coast

The best beaches in the Lycian Coast, on the coast of Türkiye — 7 shores from Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) to Suluada, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.

The warmest sea in the Lycian Coast is ~29°C, at Cirali Beach, in season around May-October. Across its 7 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~28.3°C in the warm season.

When to visit beaches in the Lycian Coast

Most of the 7 beaches listed in the Lycian Coast are at their best May to October, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 28–29°C across the listed beaches.

Choosing a beach in the Lycian Coast

For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) or Butterfly Valley; surfers should look at Patara Beach; for white sand head to Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) or Suluada; and 1 of the 7 hold Blue Flag status.

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Beaches in the Lycian Coast: frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit beaches in the Lycian Coast?

Aim for May to October; July is the warmest stretch. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.

How warm is the sea in the Lycian Coast?

In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in the Lycian Coast sits at about 28–29°C.

Does the Lycian Coast have Blue Flag beaches?

Yes: 1 of the 7 beaches listed in the Lycian Coast hold Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities, including Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon).

Are there white-sand beaches in the Lycian Coast?

Yes — 2 of the listed beaches have white sand, led by Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) and Suluada.

Which beach in the Lycian Coast is best for families?

Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about; Butterfly Valley is a strong runner-up.