Çalış Beach

4 km seaside promenade renowned for breathtaking Mediterranean sunsets and kitesurfing breezes

Çalış Beach stretches for over four kilometers along the northern bay of Fethiye. It is world-renowned for its sunset vistas over the Gulf of Fethiye and the surrounding mountains. The consistent thermal summer breeze makes Çalış an international destination for kitesurfers and windsurfers. It is also an important nesting ground for endangered Caretta caretta sea turtles.

Key facts

Location: Çalış / Foça
Distance from centre: 5 km (~10 mins by car/dolmuş or water taxi)
Beach type: Sand & pebbles
Entrance: Free public beach with municipal and private sunbed sections
Water: Open sea, refreshing summer breeze creates light surf in afternoons

Best for

Sunset watching
Evening seaside strolls
Windsurfing & Kitesurfing
Beachfront dining

Amenities

Promenade
Restaurants
Kiteboarding schools
Sunbeds
Showers
Cycle track

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Çalış Beach?

Take the Çalış dolmuş from Fethiye centre (5-10 mins) or take the scenic water taxi boat from Fethiye harbor promenade directly to Çalış canal.

Is there an entrance fee at Çalış Beach?

Free public beach with municipal and private sunbed sections

What is the sea like at Çalış Beach?

Open sea, refreshing summer breeze creates light surf in afternoons

Any local tips for Çalış Beach?

Visit in the late afternoon (around 18:00) to swim, have dinner at a beachfront tavern, and capture the famous sunset.