Idyllic bays, lagoons and turtles
In addition to long beaches and idyllic bays, the Lycian Coast also has beautiful natural areas that are ideally suited for beautiful day hikes. There is even a long-distance hiking trail developed along the entire coast, The Lycian Way, of which you can hike one or more stages with fantastic views and pure hospitality along the way. The lagoon at Ölüdeniz and the beach at Dalyan, which is the breeding ground of the endangered Caretta Caretta turtle is well worth your visit. You can also admire Lycian tombs carved into rocks here. The Lycian coast is ideal for water sports enthusiasts. You can sail, paraglide, or take a beautiful boat trip here.
Relaxed beach stay, cultural discovery and St. Nicholas
The most famous resort in this part of Turkey is the busy Marmaris, but along the coast there are also interesting, smaller resorts where you can relax. In Marmaris you will find a beautiful citadel and caravanserai. At the foot of the Taurus Mountains you will find Fethiye. Here you can visit the castle, the remains of the ancient theater and the local museum. In Myra, now called Demre, you will find historical attractions such as the Roman theater,the Lycian rock tombs and of course the grave church of St. Nicholas who was bishop here in the 4th century.
