Black Sea Region, Turkey

Melenağzı Plajı

Melenağzı Plajı, located in Akçakoca, is a beach situated 17 km away from the town center. The beach is positioned on the shores of the Melen River, from which it derives its name, and it is renowned for its natural beauty, clean sand, and wide sandy coastline. The sand at Melenağzı Plajı is believed to have healing properties, particularly for rheumatism, adding to the beach's appeal.

The beach is not only a spot for swimming and sunbathing, but also provides areas for camping. However, visitors are advised to be cautious as the sea can sometimes have strong currents and waves, and swimming too far out is not recommended. Despite this, the beach remains a popular destination, attracting a significant number of both local and foreign tourists, especially during the summer months.

While the beach does not have lifeguard services, it does offer food and drink facilities for visitors' convenience. However, it's worth noting that some visitors have left their garbage behind, and there is a significant amount of wood brought in by the waves on the beach. Despite these challenges, Melenağzı Plajı continues to be a popular destination for its unique natural characteristics.

Discover accommodation options near Melenağzı Plajı and enjoy the soothing sands known for their healing properties.

To reach the beach, visitors can travel along asphalt roads, while the village roads are paved with cobblestones.

What to do at Melenağzı Plajı?

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty of the beach and its location on the banks of the Melen River as the most appreciated aspects. The clean sand, which is said to have healing properties, is also a favorite among visitors. However, complaints are mainly about the beach being dirty with garbage left by visitors and wood brought in by the waves, and the strong sea currents that can be dangerous for swimmers.

Where to Stay near Melenağzı Plajı?

Beachgoers heading to Melenağzı Plajı often stay in the nearby town of Akçakoca, which offers a range of accommodation options. While some prefer accommodations in the town for its amenities, others may choose to camp near the beach to enjoy the natural surroundings and the therapeutic sand.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Melenağzı Plajı?

Latitude: 41.0730108 / Longitude: 30.9701461

Melenağzı Plajı is located in Black Sea Region. The following map of Melenağzı Plajı shows the exact location.


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Melenağzı Plajı: Weather Today

📅 Monday, May 11, 2026
Today is unfortunately not an ideal day for a beach visit at Melenağzı Plajı. The morning is starting off with thick fog that obscures the sky, making it feel quite gloomy and damp by the shoreline. While the air temperature reaches 18.7 °C, it will feel cool due to the lack of direct sunshine and the persistent mist. The sea remains very cold at 14.3 °C, making it unsuitable for swimming. Although the waves are calm and the breeze is light, the overall atmosphere is chilly and gray. If you do head out, please be aware that the UV Index is 7.05, so sun protection is still necessary even through the haze. It is best to save your beach day for when the sun clears the fog and warms the sand.
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Air

Low / High14.2°C/18.7°C
Feels Like (High)20.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature14.3 °C
Wave Height0.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance3%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:42/20:02
Sunshine Hours10.5 hrs
UV Index7.05
Cloud Cover59%
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Wind

Speed7.4 km/h
Gusts16.2 km/h
DirectionNE

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