Overview
Sındırgı is a small spa town in Southern Marmara best known for its traditional Yağcı Bedir carpets and geothermal hot springs. The town grew from 1854 when spa waters became fashionable, and today the main thermal area is at Hisaralan, 10 km east.
Before you go
Accommodation
Thermal spa hotels are the main accommodation, centered at Hisaralan 10 km east of town.
Connectivity
4G from Turkcell and Vodafone only; Türk Telekom has no signal in the area.
Money
Turkey uses Turkish Lira (TRY). ATMs available in town; bring cash for smaller establishments.
Transport
Hourly buses from Balıkesir (30 TL in 2022); taxi or rental car needed to visit thermal areas.