Are rocky beaches with pier ladders safe for entering the sea with a small child at Turkish resorts?
From messages by 3 participants in 1 source · Last activity: 26 days ago
From messages by 3 participants in 1 source · Last activity: 26 days ago
TL;DR
At many pebble-beach resorts in Turkey the sea entry is rocky with large boulders, and the metal pier ladders get slippery — tricky for toddlers, though adults usually don't mind.
Recent reports say the sea entry has worsened compared with previous years: large stones have accumulated even by the sandy section, making entry difficult even in water shoes. One guest cut their foot on rocks in the waves when not wearing protective footwear.
The seabed drops off sharply just 2–3 metres from the entry point, so a small child needs constant adult supervision.
Pier ladders are slippery: a traveler saw a man fall while entering the water carrying a child. Not recommended for toddlers, but adults usually find swimming from the pier convenient.
The beach is cramped, sunbeds are limited, and large boulders near the water entry/exit can easily hurt your feet, especially in the area under the pier.
Parents asked in advance whether it's possible to enter the sea with a 2.5-year-old — according to other guests' reviews, the rocky seabed makes it difficult.