Ilıca Hot Springs
Ilica, Cesme District, Izmir, Turkey
- Location
- Ilica, Cesme District, Izmir, Turkey
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesCalcium
Ilıca Hot Springs lie in the Ilıca district near Çeşme, on Turkey's Aegean coast in İzmir Province. The name itself means "hot springs" in Turkish, reflecting the area's long-standing thermal tradition. Warm, mineral-rich waters here feed coastal spa facilities and bathing resorts, making Ilıca a popular destination that combines seaside leisure with thermal wellness.
Insider tip — Ilica Hot Springs near Cesme on the Aegean coast reach 60°C at the source before being blended to a comfortable soaking temperature, and have been used since Antiquity when the area was part of Erythrae. The coastal kaplica tradition here integrates sea bathing with thermal soaking — a unique Aegean pairing. Come in spring before the summer crowds arrive and the fishing village atmosphere is still intact.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Octobre-avril.