Spring in Ayvalik

The months from mid March to mid June are a truly beautiful time to visit. The town is in preparation for but not quite ready to receive the influx of summer tourists. The surrounding hills and pine forests are awash with an abundance of wild flowers, from rock roses, wild lavender and chamomile to mallow, poppies and explosions of brilliant blue lupins to name but a few.  An ideal time for walking and breathing the fresh clean air. Ayvalik is reknown for it's high oxygen levels. Also to explore the town without the summer crowds and get acquainted with the locals and the locality. You may also catch Childrens Day celebrations, including kite flying competitions; or maybe the celebrations for Ataturk’s first visit to Ayvalik with much canon firing and parades; or even the national police day, which entails much honking of horns. The weather may be unpredictable but is usually mild and sunny, although chilly at night. However, May and June are particularly splendid and are forerunners to the intense heat of summer.