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Bitez

Type
Sandy Bay
Coordinates
37°02′N 27°22′E
Distance to Bodrum
4 nm
Wind Character
World-class windsurfing

One of Bodrum's finest sandy bays, Bitez is renowned for consistent thermal winds that make it a world-class windsurfing destination. Crystal-clear water, a gently shelving seabed, and a laid-back village atmosphere make it equally beloved by families and sailors.

28°C
Sea Temperature
3–8 mm
Anchorage Depth
12 kn
Avg. Wind Speed
15km
Visibility
1.2 km
Beach Length
4 nm
From Bodrum Marina

Live Conditions

Bitez today.

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Air Temperature
32°C
Feels like 34°
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Sea Temperature
28°C
Clear & calm
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Wind
12 kn
World-class windsurfing
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Visibility
15km
Excellent
Mon
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33°
Mon
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35°
Mon
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32°
Mon
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30°
Mon
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34°
Mon
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36°
Mon
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33°

Film

Bitez in motion.

Discover the bay from above and below — aerial footage, underwater scenes, and the daily rhythm of life on the water.

Anchorage & Depths

Where to drop anchor.

Bitez
Coordinates
North Anchorage
Depth3–8 m
BottomSand / Good Holding
Capacity~15 vessels
The Imbat — a reliable westerly thermal — arrives daily between noon and sunset, reaching 12–20 knots. Bitez hosts the IKA Kiteboarding World Cup. Schools and rental centres are available on the beach.
Central Bay
Depth3–8 m
BottomSand & Posidonia
Capacity~25 vessels
Open anchorage with good holding. Avoid anchoring over Posidonia seagrass.

Bay Guide

Everything you need to know.

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Swimming & Snorkelling
One of Bodrum's finest sandy bays, Bitez is renowned for consistent thermal winds that make it a world-class windsurfing destination. Crystal-clear water, a gently shelving seabed, and a laid-back village atmosphere make it equally beloved by families and sailors.
Sailing Notes
World-class windsurfingThe Imbat — a reliable westerly thermal — arrives daily between noon and sunset, reaching 12–20 knots. Bitez hosts the IKA Kiteboarding World Cup. Schools and rental centres are available on the beach.
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Ashore
Bitez village offers several fish restaurants on the water, a Thursday market, fresh produce, and basic provisioning. More supplies in Bodrum (4 nm).
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Cautions
Imbat peak 13:00–17:00. The afternoon thermal can build quickly to 18–22 knots. Swimmers must stay within flagged zone. Speed limit 5 knots within 300 m of shore.
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Season & Climate
Peak season June–September. Sea 24–29°C in summer. Average 300 sunny days/year. Rainfall November–February.
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Windsurfing & Kiteboarding
The Imbat — a reliable westerly thermal — arrives daily between noon and sunset, reaching 12–20 knots. Bitez hosts the IKA Kiteboarding World Cup. Schools and rental centres are available on the beach.
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