Eskteli Kaplıca Armutlu Hamamı
Armutlu, Yalova Province, Turkey
- Location
- Armutlu, Yalova Province, Turkey
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 40 °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
Eski Kaplıca Armutlu Hamamı — 'Old Thermal Bath of Armutlu' — is a historic hammam and kaplıca in Armutlu, a spa town on the southern shore of the Gulf of Izmit in Yalova Province, Turkey. The Armutlu peninsula is famous for its naturally warm mineral springs, which have attracted bathers since the Byzantine era, and this historic bath preserves the authentic atmosphere of the traditional Turkish kaplıca experience. Guests can immerse themselves in the warm, mineral-rich waters in a setting that evokes centuries of therapeutic bathing culture in one of Turkey's most naturally endowed geothermal regions.
Insider tip — Armutlu is a well-known thermal peninsula on the southern shore of the Sea of Marmara, and this historic hammam taps into the same geothermal system that has made the area famous since Ottoman times. The traditional stone bath architecture preserves the atmosphere of centuries of ritual bathing. Waters at 40°C carry sodium-bicarbonate minerals beneficial for joint ailments. The ferry connection from Istanbul makes Armutlu an easy weekend thermal destination.
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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: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).