İnkumu

Bartin’s Sand Beach

The Western Black Sea coast is mostly rocky, with narrow strips of sand. İnkumu is the exception: as its name suggests, this is sand — wide, long and open.

That is why it is the busiest summer destination in the region. Amasra draws visitors with its castle and history; İnkumu draws those who simply want to swim.

Why people choose it

A wide beach. The strip of sand running along the shore is noticeably more spacious than the narrow beaches typical of the Black Sea.

Shallow entry. The water deepens gradually, which is why it is considered one of the most suitable beaches in the area for families with children.

Developed facilities. Guesthouses, hotels, daily rentals and places to eat are concentrated along the shore. Day visitors also have access to beach facilities.

Things to keep in mind

İnkumu sits on the open Black Sea coast. Rip currents can form even on days when the sea looks calm. Choose sections with lifeguards, follow flag warnings and never let children out of sight.

On July and August weekends the beach and car parks fill up. Arriving early in the morning solves both problems.

How to get there

From Bartin: Follow the signposted road west from the city centre towards İnkumu. It is a short drive.

From Amasra: First descend to Bartin (17 km), then continue to İnkumu. Around half an hour in total.

In the summer season shared minibuses run from Bartin to İnkumu.

Planning it with Amasra

The two are complements rather than alternatives. Amasra means history, a castle, harbours and fish; İnkumu means sea and sand.

A common plan for visitors staying a few days: base yourself in Amasra and set aside one day for İnkumu. The short distance makes this easy.

Nearby

• Güzelcehisar Beach and Basalt Columns — Bartin’s other coastal stop
• Mugada — a quieter alternative on the same shore
• Amasra Travel Guide