They packed their bags and flocked to Datça: 600 thousand visitors in one month

They packed their bags and flocked to Datça: 600 thousand visitors in one month

03.08.2026 23:31

Datça, one of Muğla's favorite tourism centers, experienced a high density of visitors in July. According to the district police department data, 205 thousand vehicle entries and exits were recorded in the district throughout July, with an average daily traffic of 7,500 vehicles. Considering an average of 3 people per vehicle, it is estimated that the number of visitors exceeded 600 thousand.

Datça, one of Muğla's prominent tourism districts, was flooded by domestic and foreign tourists in July. Drawing attention with its unique bays, clear sea, and natural beauties, the district's beaches filled up, and congestion was also experienced in coastal areas.

DAILY TRAFFIC OF 7,500 VEHICLES OCCURRED

According to data from the District Police Department, 205 thousand vehicles entered and exited the district throughout July, creating an average daily traffic of 7,500 vehicles. Considering an average of 3 people per vehicle, it is estimated that the number of visitors exceeded 600 thousand.

LONG QUEUES FORMED AT THE DISTRICT ENTRANCE

In the district, which has a bed capacity of approximately 15 thousand, vehicle queues formed at the entrance point, especially on weekends, while congestion was experienced at beaches, bays, restaurants, and the market area.

EXPECTED TO CONTINUE THROUGHOUT THE SEASON

July data showed that Datça, prominent for its natural beauties, sea, and tranquil lifestyle, maintains its place among Muğla's most preferred tourism destinations. The tourism density in Datça is expected to continue throughout the season.

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