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Sandikli Thermal

Sandikli, Afyonkarahisar, Aegean Region, Turkey
Sandikli Thermal

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Location
Sandikli, Afyonkarahisar, Aegean Region, Turkey
Water type
thermal
Temperature
40 °C
pH
7.3

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
40 °C
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

Sandıklı Thermal is a prominent therapeutic hot spring destination in the Sandıklı district of Afyonkarahisar Province in western Anatolia, Turkey, part of the remarkably geothermally rich Afyon region that hosts some of Turkey's most highly regarded thermal bathing resources. The oligomineral thermal waters of Sandıklı, characterized by their mild mineral content and consistently warm temperature, are used for balneological treatments in established spa facilities that serve both domestic health tourists and international visitors seeking quality Anatolian thermal therapy. Sandıklı's thermal tradition is embedded in the broader context of Afyonkarahisar Province — known as the 'thermal capital of Turkey' for its exceptional concentration of quality hot spring resorts — and the white marble travertine formations visible in parts of the province give dramatic evidence of the geothermal forces at work below the surface. Sandıklı Thermal offers high-quality, accessible Turkish thermal bathing in one of Anatolia's most geothermally distinguished regions.

Insider tip — Sandikli kaplica is part of the broader Afyon thermal cluster in Turkey's Phrygian highlands, where the landscape is punctuated by ancient volcanic formations and Hittite rock monuments. The mineral waters here are particularly sodium-bicarbonate rich and have been used for arthritis treatment for generations. The surrounding poppy fields in late spring transform the plateau into waves of scarlet and white.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °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.