Is Rize Tap Water Safe To Drink?
Yes! The tap water is safe to drink.
Yes. Rize’s municipal tap water is treated and is generally safe to drink under Turkey’s drinking-water standards.
Water quality can be affected by building storage tanks and plumbing, so use bottled water if the tap water looks cloudy or has an unusual smell or taste. After a water-supply interruption, let the tap run until the water clears.
Last checked: 2026-10-23
Turkey is ranked as number 69 globally with a score of 63.7% in the water quality EPI research conducted by Yale University.
Source of Water in Rize, Turkey
Rize city’s tap water is supplied mainly by the Andon water source in neighboring Güneysu district. The water is collected and treated at the Andon drinking-water treatment facility before being sent through the municipal network.
Andon lies in the foothills inland from the Black Sea coast. The supply is therefore drawn from local mountain water sources rather than the sea or distant reservoirs.
Rize Drinking Fountains
Public drinking fountains in Rize are generally safe when they are connected to the treated municipal supply and designated for drinking. Do not drink from unmarked fountains or those with signs saying the water is not potable.
Drinking Water Map
Here is a map showing all the locations of drinking water spots in Rize. You can click on each water drop to open the spot directly in Google Maps for directions. For easy access on the go, download our iOS app to find water fountains nearby.
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Hi, I'm Emily Hartman, a researcher and water quality specialist with a background in public health.
I've spent the last few years studying how everyday water systems impact our health, and I'm passionate about making that information clear and useful for everyone.
Safe, clean tap water isn't just my job, it's something I truly care about.