#75 European Rank

Fırnaz Bay

Antalya (Kalkan), Turkey•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October

Photo: Yumrutaş (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.71/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

28.9°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€25/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Pebbles / Shingle

Deep Water

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Antalya (Kalkan) · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

17.8°C

Air 18°C

Feb

17.1°C

Air 19°C

Mar

17.4°C

Air 21°C

Apr

18.8°C

Air 24°C

May

21.9°C

Air 27°C

Jun

25.8°C

Air 30°C

Jul

28.2°C

Air 32°C

Peak

Aug

28.9°C

Air 32°C

Sep

27.6°C

Air 30°C

Oct

24.8°C

Air 27°C

Nov

21.6°C

Air 23°C

Dec

19.2°C

Air 20°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 6 May – 23 Nov (>21°C) · 200 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Turkey Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.1 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.2 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5

About Fırnaz Bay

A secluded turquoise cove near Kalkan famed for natural mineral-rich mud baths said to rejuvenate the skin.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Primarily by boat from Kalkan harbour or via steep goat path descending from the historical Delikkemer Roman Aqueduct.

•Protected Status / Environment: Protected coastal site featuring ancient Lycian inverted siphon aqueduct (Delikkemer) on ridge above.

•Notable Feature: Deep turquoise cove famous for mineral-rich therapeutic white mud baths and crystalline snorkeling.

Official Tourism Authorities:goturkiye.com antalya.goturkiye.com

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Food / Tavernas

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Yes

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Board a daily boat tour from Kalkan harbor, or hike 45 minutes along the Lycian Way trail from Yeşilköy.

•Apply the natural mineral mud from the cove floor, let it dry in the sun, then rinse in the sea

•Accessible primarily by traditional wooden gulet cruises from Kalkan harbor (15 mins)

•Extraordinary water clarity makes it a favorite anchoring spot for snorkeling

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

AYT · 25m drive

25-min transfer from Antalya International Airport (AYT).

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fırnaz Bay

What is the water temperature at Fırnaz Bay?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Fırnaz Bay averages 28.9°C (84°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Fırnaz Bay?

Fırnaz Bay is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Antalya (Kalkan), Turkey.

Is Fırnaz Bay good for families with kids?

Fırnaz Bay has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Fırnaz Bay?

Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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