A public sand and pebble beach with turquoise water, famous for paragliders landing directly on the promenade after taking off from Mount Babadağ.
Belcekız Beach is the heart of daytime activity in the resort of Ölüdeniz. This long and wide coastline serves simultaneously as a place for relaxation, a departure point for boat trips, and the main landing zone for paragliders. On one side, it is bordered by scenic cliffs, and on the other, it transitions into the sandy spit of the famous Blue Lagoon.
The main highlight of the beach is the constant spectacle of landing paragliders. Dozens of pilots and tandem passengers take off from the summit of Mount Babadağ and land directly on a designated area of the promenade. You can watch their flight while swimming or sitting in one of the many cafes along the waterfront.
The shore is composed of pebbles mixed with sand. The water boasts a stunning turquoise hue, but the sea is open, so the depth increases rapidly and waves often pick up in the afternoon. A well-developed promenade runs along the beach, offering key infrastructure: toilets, showers, changing cabins, sunbed rentals, and a wide selection of restaurants and shops.
Practical Information
- Location: Ölüdeniz, 14 km south of Fethiye
- Road: Asphalt (easily accessible by car, taxi, or regular dolmuş minibuses from Fethiye)
- Infrastructure: Showers, toilets, changing cabins, lifeguard post, sunbed and umbrella rentals, cafes, restaurants, water sports
- Entrance: Free (sunbeds and umbrellas are paid), paid parking is available nearby
- Tip: Water shoes are highly recommended due to the pebbly shore. Be cautious when swimming with children as the water deepens quickly and waves are common.
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