About Koycegiz

KOYCEGIZ: with its history, nature, lake and sea, is a paradise within paradise. Koycegiz is a wonderful small holiday resort.. Koycegiz has untouched nature, citrus trees, incensce (sigla) trees, (in Turkey only, Koycegiz has this tree species), 52 square kilometres of land and the marvellous Koycegiz Lake, surrounded by breathtaking panoramic mountain views. In Koycegiz, there are 2km of lake side promenade, a beach, and camping area surrounded by Insence trees.

Koycegiz lake is quiet untill noon for canoe and rowing sports, but during the afternoon a breeze blows, making the conditions ideal for both windsurfing and sailing.

Koycegiz is one of the few places in the world where you can see the famous frankincense tree (Liquid amber). Also, Koycegiz and the surrounding environment is a protected area. The town is only 35km from Dalaman airport, 60km from Marmaris and 70km from Fethiye. You can find regular buses to all parts of the country.

Koycegiz’s honey, thyme and citrus fruits are very famous. Koycegiz also houses a weekly market (every Monday). The market runs throughout the year, as Koycegiz is a working village, not just a tourist resort. Many Western Europeans have chosen to live here, both retired and those considering retiring. Koycegiz and the surrounding area has so much to offer, that you would be hard pressed to find anywhere else in Turkey, so charming and utterly captivating.

Koycegiz is a hidden paradise which lies at the Northern end of lake with the same name,where anyone can relax in freshness of environment. this unique environment is being preserved as a nature and wildlife sanctuary..

This town is very Turkish, which is the beauty of Koycegiz, it has a wealth of small shops with very helpful owners. You will not be pestered by over eager shop owners like some resorts.

Away from the obvious attractions, property and land prices in the area are far less expensive then the built up resorts.

Not many foreigners know that Koycegiz has one of the largest Monday markets in the district.

If you are thinking of re-locating to a less commercial area but one which offers good facilities then you should come and speak to us.. contact page