Çeşme, located on the west coast of the İzmir Peninsula, is a must-see for surfers. Alaçatı, connected to Çeşme, is known as one of the ‘best surfing spots in the world’. It is becoming the world’s windsurfing centre with perfect wind, weather conditions, sandy ground, and shallow and sheltered waters. The PWA Windsurf World Cup, where the world’s best surfers compete, has been organised in Alaçatı many times recently. The beachfront is lined with big windsurf clubs and training centres in Alaçatı, so surfers will have no trouble renting surf equipment. Urla, another holiday destination, is a top spot for kitesurfing. With its strong winds, Urla meets all the requirements for an outstanding kitesurfing experience. It’s also home to many surf training facilities and private classes. The kitesurfing beach is located about 6 kilometres from the centre of Gülbahçe, in a vast wetland with shallow waters suitable for beginners. On a windy day, after enjoying the water and watching the sunset on the beach, you can taste the delicious local cuisine in Urla’s restaurants and taverns.
Alaçatı: Where the heart of surf beats
