Turkey: a winter wonderland
Some countries are best visited during certain seasons. Others, however, describe it as "the country of all seasons". Turkey, where visitors can experience the four seasons in all their splendor, is one of the countries where every season offers a different adventure.
In fact, winter is one of the best seasons to travel, especially to Turkey. you love winter sports, stunning natural scenery and authentic local life. Turkey will welcome you with world-class ski resorts, magnificent mountain views, traditional flavors that will warm your heart, and calm winter nights where you can enjoy magnificent views.
Ski Magic
Thanks to its mountain ranges, Turkey has become one of the world's leading destinations for winter sports. You can choose from five-star hotels, quality snow and world-class ski resorts that offer a wide variety of pistes for skiers of all levels.
In Turkey, winter tourism is synonymous with Uludağ. Close to major cities such as Bursa and Istanbul, Uludağ is Turkey's oldest and most popular ski resort. The mountain is covered with snow between December and May, and the recently expanded cable car will take you to the mountain's hotel area and ski slopes. Uludag offers everything for an unforgettable winter holiday, from cozy suites with fireplaces to lively nightlife.
Located on the shore of Sapanca Lake, Kartepe is the closest ski resort to Istanbul. With its slopes suitable for skiers of all levels, Kartepe attracts winter sports enthusiasts from all over Turkey. The property is also very close to local attractions such as Maşukiye and Sapanca Lake.
Located in the Köroğlu Mountains of Bolu, Kartalkaya is another popular ski resort close to major cities such as Istanbul and Ankara. Kartalkaya, which is a favorite of snowboard enthusiasts with its off-tracks special for experts, is suitable for both alpine skiing and cross-country skiing.
Nature Going White
For nature lovers, winter is a magical season full of opportunities to explore nature in hibernation. Turkey's many nature parks and lakes offer unique winter landscapes that cannot be experienced in other seasons.
Yedigöller National Park is one of Turkey's most beautiful natural paradises, offering a truly enchanting landscape. In winter, the seven lakes that give the region its name and the surrounding forests of oak, alder, pine and hazelnut trees turn white and create fascinating landscapes. Yedigoller is close to Kartalkaya ski resort and is great for day trips.
Another popular winter destination is Lake Abant, a picturesque freshwater lake near major cities like Istanbul and Ankara. Surrounded by dense forests of pine, hazelnut, willow and oak trees, the lake offers a perfect nature getaway. There are many things to do around the lake; You can explore the 7 kilometers of coastline by walking, cycling or horseback riding.
Turkey's Black Sea coast (Black Sea) is a vast and fascinating place, especially in winter. The plateaus offer magnificent mountain and forest landscapes and a mild climate suitable for travel.
Located on the historical Silk Road, the city of Trabzon is a must-see with its historical monuments and beautiful mountain villages. A stunning monument carved into the mountains, the Sumela Monastery is one of the highlights of the Black Sea region. The charming tree-lined valley below is particularly striking under the snow cover. Uzungol Lake, a perfect place for nature lovers; You can visit the charming village surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
The Black Sea is also home to many "highland" or alpine pastures, including Ayder Plateau, an idyllic plateau famous for its wooden mountain huts. and Anzer Plateau, where you will experience local life in the middle of a natural paradise.
Erciyes Mountain in Central Anatolia is one of Turkey's most important destinations for skiing and snowboarding. The mountain is an extinct volcano, with dramatic angles and abundant snow that creates perfect slopes and perfect conditions for skiers. One of Turkey's largest ski resorts. Palandoken is a destination preferred by skilled skiers with its steep slopes, long trails and 2-3 meters of light powder snow.
Sarıkamış is another big ski resort of Eastern Anatolia. Sarıkamış ski resort is 55 km away from Kars, a historical city in the northeast. The resort offers nine pistes for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
