Turkey straddles two continents and two seas, offering unexpected surf potential. The Black Sea coast catches powerful autumn and winter storms that generate beach breaks along the northern shoreline, with areas around Trabzon and Sinop holding the most promise. The Aegean coast picks up Mediterranean swell, and the Mediterranean side offers occasional wind-generated waves. Alacati on the Aegean is already famous for windsurfing, and surfers are beginning to explore nearby breaks. Water temperatures range from 8C in the Black Sea winter to 27C on the Mediterranean in summer. Turkey's extraordinary cultural heritage, incredible cuisine, and the novelty of surfing at the meeting point of East and West make it a fascinating addition to any adventurous surfer's wish list.
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