The Village of Turunç
Salty Waters & Bitter Oranges
Our breakfast buffet brings together a rich mix of local and international favourites: cheeses, egg dishes, pancakes, savoury filo rolls, home-made jams, our region's world-famous pine honey, olives and fresh herbs, seasonal fruit, yoghurts and cereals — a generous variation to be enjoyed at leisure.
Breakfast and dinner are served in our light-filled restaurant with glass façades and a shaded terrace overlooking the Bay of Turunç, the mountains and the open sea.
According to local tradition, one of these early settlers brought bitter orange saplings from the nearby island of Rhodes. The trees thrived in the peninsula's mild climate, alongside olive groves and other Mediterranean crops. Today, bitter oranges still grow throughout the village and are transformed into fragrant jams and preserves that remain part of the local table.
Tourism arrived in the 1970s and gradually transformed Turunç. Yet beneath the cafés, waterfront restaurants, and holiday homes, traces of the village's traditional character remain. Fishing boats still leave the harbour before sunrise, beekeepers tend hives in the hills, olive groves continue to be cultivated, and locals gather seasonal herbs and wild mushrooms from the surrounding mountains. The rhythms of land and sea that once sustained the village are still very much present.
Over the decades, Turunç has welcomed newcomers and visitors from around the world while retaining its distinct sense of place. It remains a village shaped by both mountain and sea—a place where ancient history, local traditions, and Mediterranean hospitality continue to meet.
Turunç at a Glance
- Population: approx. 2,000 full-time residents
- Traditional seaside village with a relaxed atmosphere
- Popular holiday destination on the Bozburun Peninsula
- Surrounded by mountains, forests, and crystal-clear bays
Climate & Best Time to Visit
- April - May: Wildflowers, scenic hiking trails, and mild temperatures, with occasional rainfall in April.
- June - September: Hot, sunny weather ideal for swimming and days on the beach.
- September - October: Warm days with cooling breezes in the evenings, fewer crowds, swimming possible through to November.
Getting There
- 1,5 km distance from Loryma Resort Hotel
- Walking time from resort ca. 20 min. downhill
- Scheduled Loryma shuttle service free for Loryma guests (timetable at Reception)
- Taxis, public buses, taxi boats (timetables and fares at Reception)
Shopping & Essentials
- Supermarkets, greengrocer
- Pharmacy
- Souvenir shops
- ATMs
- Post office
- Taxi stand, bus stop, pier with taxi boats
Beach & Swimming
- Public beach,
- crystal-clear waters, pebble beach
- Sunbeds and umbrellas serviced by beach restaurants
- Water sports available on beach
Dining
- Seafront restaurants and cafés
- Fresh fish and Turkish cuisine
- Ice cream shops and bakeries
- Traditional tea garden under eucalyptus trees next to the river
Nature & Scenery
- Pine-covered mountains and Mediterranean vegetation
- Wildlife and birdlife
- Sunrise views
- Clean air and tranquillity
Things to Do
There is a lot to do in our immediate surroundings and on our beautiful Bozburun Peninsula.
We’ve compiled a few suggestions for you under Discover Our Peninsula.
