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.
To reach the beach, visitors can travel along asphalt roads, while the village roads are paved with cobblestones.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
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.
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.
| Low / High | 14.8°C/19.7°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 22.5°C |
| Sea Temperature | 18.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.6 m |
| Rain Chance | 3% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:31/20:13 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 10.6 hrs |
| UV Index | 7.1 |
| Cloud Cover | 77% |
| Speed | 9.7 km/h |
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| Gusts | 20.9 km/h |
| Direction | NE |
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