Susurluk

Susurluk
Map showing Susurluk District in Balıkesir Province
Susurluk
Location in Turkey
Susurluk
Susurluk (Marmara)
Coordinates: 39°54′50″N 28°09′37″E / 39.91389°N 28.16028°E / 39.91389; 28.16028
CountryTurkey
ProvinceBalıkesir
Government
  MayorHakan Yıldırım Semizel (CHP)
Area
652 km2 (252 sq mi)
Population
 (2022)
37,724
  Density58/km2 (150/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+3 (TRT)
Postal code
10600
Area code0266
Websitewww.susurluk.bel.tr

Susurluk is a municipality and district of Balıkesir Province, Turkey. Its area is 652 km2, and its population is 37,724 (2022). It is famous for its production of soap and dairy products. The highway from Istanbul to İzmir passes through Susurluk. In Turkey Susurluk is known for its 'tost' (susurluk tostu) - a toasted cheese sandwich with tomato paste, and for its foamy ayran. The mayor is Hakan Yıldırım Semizel (CHP).