History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Kıyıköy Selvez Bay is a hidden coastal paradise that has completely preserved its naturalness, located just north of Kıyıköy, which was known as 'Salmydessos' in ancient times and was the ancient port city of the Thracian kings on the Black Sea coast. This sheltered bay, protected from the rough waves of the Black Sea and strong northerly winds by the high cliffs that surround it like a crescent on both sides, is the most special nature shelter of the Thracian coast with its fine golden sandy beach and crystal clear calm waters. Selvez Bay, which was a natural harbor where fishing boats took shelter during storms during the Roman and Byzantine periods, carries all the elegance of the wild with its cave cavities under the steep cliffs and the oak groves around it. According to the legends of the local fishermen, it has been told for centuries that the Argonauts, the legendary sailors of the Black Sea, approached this bay in ancient times while searching for the golden fleece, and that they strengthened their sea voyages by drinking water from the fresh water springs on the cliffs. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is located at sea level (0 meters altitude) at the northern exit of Kıyıköy town of Vize district. It has a magnificent geomorphological coastal structure with high limestone and sandstone cliffs, a fine sandy natural beach strip and lush maquis and oak slopes leading down to the bay. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Selvez Bay is a natural public beach and its entrance is completely free (sun lounger and umbrella rental is subject to local business tariff).•Visiting Hours and Days (Mandatory): Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (Daylight and lifeguard hours should be preferred for swimming).•Rules and Security:On windy days, caution should be exercised against the bottom currents (rip currents) of the Black Sea and safety lines should not be exceeded.•Facilities and Facilities:During the summer season, there is a beach buffet, showers, changing cabins and tent camping areas. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Kıyıköy Town, Selvez Mevkii, Vize / Kırklareli.•Road Conditions and Vehicle Availability: You can reach Kıyıköy town via Visa or Saray; You can go down to the bay by passenger vehicles via the approximately 2 km asphalt and stabilized coastal road that separates from the town center to the north.•Actual Public Transportation Information (Mandatory): Regular minibuses depart from Vize and Saray bus stations to Kıyıköy; You can reach the bay from Kıyıköy center in 25 minutes on foot or in 5 minutes by taxi.•Parking Availability:Free car parking is available in the flat area right behind the bay. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Photography Points:Landscape photographs capturing the crescent-shaped bay from the cliff ridges of the hill leading down to the bay and the vast blue of the Black Sea are fascinating at sunrise.•Integrated Kıyıköy Route:After enjoying the sea in Selvez Bay, you should go to Kıyıköy town center and take a boat tour to Aya Nikola Rock Monastery, Historical Kıyıköy Walls and Pabuçdere.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:You should try seasonal fresh Black Sea bonito, bluefish, mullet, buffalo yoghurt and fresh village cheese specific to the region at the fishmongers in Kıyıköy harbour.