Where to go to Turkey in the spring? Rest in the Sea of Marmara
The Sea of Marmara is the inland sea of Turkey. On the coast, tourists are guaranteed a quiet and measured rest, without noisy crowds of travelers.
In summer, the water warms up to + 28 C, in winter does not fall below + 10 C.
The climate in the resorts of the Marmara Sea is moderate, close to the Mediterranean. Spring air can warm up to + 20... + 25 C, in summer it is often + 30 C. Severe heat is rare for this region.
Turkish resorts on the southern coast of the Marmara Sea: Mudanja, Erdek, Yalova, Armutlu. Citizens of the Republic of Turkey and travelers from other countries come here.
mudanja
Mudanha is a resort town on the coast and part of Bursa.
12 km from Mudanha is the city of Zeitinbagi (or Triglia), famous for buildings in the style of Greek architecture of the XIX century.
Distance from Istanbul to Mudanha - 172 km Board or budget hotel for two will cost in April 1500-2000 rubles per day.
Erdek
The oldest Turkish resort is located in Balykesir province. There are comfortable sandy beaches with all the necessary tourist infrastructure, cafes, restaurants, shops.
The local attraction is the Kushgeneti National Park, where birds rest on the shore of Lake Manyas during seasonal migrations.
From Istanbul to Erdek can be reached by car or bus, the distance between the cities is 270 km.
Accommodation in April in Turkey (the city of Erdek) will cost from 2500 rubles. for two per day.
yalova
Yalova is a famous resort on the shore of the Marmara Sea in a picturesque mountain gorge.
The city park has a unique collection of plants: rare flowers and trees from around the world.
On the territory of the resort there are ancient thermal springs. It treats diseases of the musculoskeletal system, gastrointestinal tract, neuralgia, metabolic diseases, obesity and many other health problems.
For tourists, hamam, swimming pools on the street and indoors, mud treatment, various massages and other wellness procedures are available.
Yalova from Istanbul can be reached by ferry in 2 hours or by bus in about the same time.
A week of accommodation for two in April in a 2-star hotel will cost from 15 thousand rubles.
Armutla
The thermal resort 55 km from Yalova on the shores of the Marmara Sea among cypress and olive groves and other subtropical vegetation. For holidaymakers there are sandy and pebble beaches.
Armutlu waters are indicated for the treatment and prevention of a number of diseases: respiratory system, skin diseases, problems of the central nervous system, chronic fatigue, gynecology, diseases of the male sexual sphere.
The water temperature of Armutlu from 50 to 78 C. The ideal temperature for the treatment course is 39-40 C. The course of treatment is 7-10 days.
izmit
Izmit is a city on the northern shore of the Sea of Marmara, the administrative center of Kocaeli province.
In Izmit you can stay in comfortable boarding houses on the coast of the Marmara Sea, the beaches are sandy. Famous resort places of Izmit: Kerpe, Kefken, Kovanagzy.
In Izmit, an amazing traditional delicacy is prepared - writing from butter, water, citric acid and flour.
The distance from Izmit to Istanbul is 85 km. you can get from one city to another by bus, taxi or rented car.
Prices for hotels vary from their star, geographical location, availability / absence of services. For example, a day for two in İzmit Butik Otel will cost 1,308 rubles from April 1-8.
Resorts in the Marmara Islands
Holidays in Turkey in April are possible on the picturesque islands. They can be reached by ferry, boat or yacht, which depart from Istanbul, Erdek, Tekirdag.
The island of Marmara is suitable for a calm and measured family holiday. The shores of the island are rocky, the beaches are in small bays.
On Turkeli there are excellent clean beaches Karabig and Shahmelek. The island is known for vineyards.
On the islands of Pashalimany and Ekenlik come to relax from the hustle and bustle and be in silence. On their territory there are no major hotels and tourist infrastructure.
Prices are current at the time of writing - March 2020