Even though the spring and summer months are the favorite travel time of the majority, the time for those who like to travel in peace and who are interested in skiing starts in the winter months! The economic figures in flight tickets, the decrease in tourist crowds at destinations and the creation of a suitable environment for skiers are the bonus of traveling in the winter season.. And if it’s snowing and it’s starting to catch on, then picturesque landscapes are at our door too.
With the arrival of January, where to go in Turkey in winter, where to visit, where is skiing in Turkey? For those who say it is done, we wanted to list the places that the winter season suits best.. It doesn’t suit us to sit at home using the cold weather as an excuse! Fasten the belts; this time the destination is the Best Places to Visit in Turkey in Winter!
In this article, you can find both places to visit in Turkey in winter and our suggestions for a ski holiday in Turkey.
Turkey Places to Visit in Winter
#1 YEDİGOLLER NATIONAL PARK, BOLU:
Green in spring and summer and crimson in autumn, Yedigöller looks like a painting when it snows in winter.. You can combine Yedigöller, our natural wonder, named after the location where seven lakes meet, with Abant Lake or Gölcük Nature Park, and organize a photography tour for yourself in white landscapes.. Camping when the weather permits is the favorite activity of this region.. During the winter season, the camp is replaced by accommodation alternatives in the surrounding hostels and tree houses.
During the Yedigöller tour, you can visit Büyükgöl, Küçükgöl, Seringöl, Nazlıgöl, Kurugöl, Deringöl, Sazlıgöl and After seeing İncegöl, Smiling Rocks, Wishing Fountain and Pythagorean Tree, you can go to Gölcük Nature Park or Lake Abant.. Bolu becomes a completely different place in the winter, all you need to put the plan into practice and set off is a high-rise vehicle.. If you say you would like a ski recommendation, then the destination is Kartepe!
View this post on Instagram
#2 ULUDAĞ, BURSA:
Uludağ is one of the first places that come to mind when you think of winter holidays in Turkey.. It is one of the centers of sports such as skiing and snowboarding in our country, and even if you are not interested in skiing, it hosts many activities to take in the mountain air.. In Uludağ, which appeals to all audiences of all ages and is suitable for amateurs with its various pistes, you can choose the chalets in Sarıalan as well as ski hotels for accommodation.. Let’s not go without adding; January and February are the most crowded months of Uludağ!
Uludağ, Bursa
#3 SAFRANBOLU, KARABUK:
Safranbolu, the very popular town of Karabuk, meets the snow, and is one of the most loved winter seasons. becomes one of its routes. With its houses and streets reminiscent of a movie set, Safranbolu, under the protection of UNESCO, is the town that best preserves Ottoman architecture.
In addition to Safranbolu houses, Safranbolu City History Museum, District Governors Travel House, Hıdırlık Hill, Crystal Terrace, Tokatlı Canyon, İncekaya Aqueduct, Yörük Village and Bulak Mencilis Cave are among the places you can see on this route.
Safranbolu, Karabuk
#4 CAPPADOCIA, NEVSEHIR:
One of the best places in winter is undoubtedly the Cappadocia region.. Cappadocia, which is beautiful in every season, was formed millions of years ago by the lava and ashes erupted by the Erciyes, Hasandağ and Güllüdağ mountains.. Cappadocia; With its natural beauties, balloon tours, rock and cave hotel experiences, it is at the top of the list of places that must be seen not only in Turkey but also all over the world.
Ortahisar Village, Avanos Valley and Fairy Chimneys, Goreme, Goreme Open Air Museum, Pigeon Valley, Love Valley, Uçhisar Castle and Uçhisar Fairy Chimneys, Zelve, Devrent Valley, Çavuşin Village, Paşabağ Valley, Ürgüp Fairy Chimneys, Kızılçukur Valley, Kaymaklı and Derinkuyu Underground Cities and Ihlara Valley. where you should get it.
Cappadocia, Nevşehir
#5 ERCIYES MOUNTAIN, KAYSERİ
Erciyes Ski Center, one of the most suitable places for winter sports, has 33 different has a runway. Access to Erciyes ski center, which appeals to every visitor for 6 months with its slopes of different difficulty levels, is also very easy.. The fact that Mount Erciyes is an extinct volcano adds a different dimension to the ski holiday, while picnic and barbecue areas are the harbinger of activities other than skiing.. Erciyes, which you can combine with a trip to Cappadocia, is one of the most preferred ski holiday routes in our country.
Erciyes Mountain, Image Owner: Kayseri Municipality
#6 BLACK SEA HIGHLANDS:
Black Sea; the region of cities, villages, plateaus and flavors that reveal the miraculous treasures of our country. Although the most prominent cities of the Black Sea region are Trabzon, Rize and Artvin, we gave priority to the plateaus, not the cities, in the winter routes! Because; Although it is a bit difficult to reach, the views of the Black Sea Highlands covered with fluffy snow are as beautiful as when they are green.
One of the highlands to visit in the Black Sea in winter There are plateaus such as Kümbet, Elevit in Rize, Gito and Badara.. Although most of its businesses are closed in winter, Çinçiva village of Çamlıhemşin, Zilkale and Palovit Waterfall are also places to visit in this region.. If you have time, you can go to Artvin and visit the quiet city of Şavşat and Şavşat Karagöl.. Don’t forget to check if the roads are open!
Black Sea Highlands, Artvin
#7 EASTERN EXPRESS WITH KARS:
Aside from its rich culture and architecture from the Anatolian and Baltic past, with snow like cotton Kars is a must on this list with its covered streets, places to visit, university youth, delicious food and surprising places.. Of course, we cannot ignore the effect of the Eastern Express trend, which surrounds us all around us, in making Kars one of the most popular winter routes.. In order to complete the trip to Kars as it should be, do not forget to complete your city tour with a 24-hour Eastern Express journey, which will pass with beautiful road views and make the Ankara-Kars-Ankara route.
Kars Kars Municipality, Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Revenue Office, Governor’s Office, Hotel Cheltikov, Tuncer Güvensoy House, Fethiye Mosque, Kümbet Mosque, Evliya Mosque, Katerina Palace Hotel and conservatory building are among the places you must see in terms of architectural diversity of the city.. While you’re at it, you can go on a cheese journey in the village of Boğatepe and spend half a day visiting the Ani ruins.. If you are interested in skiing, when you are in Kars, the direction is straight to Sarıkamış! Sarıkamış’s icy crystal snow provides the best possible environment for skiing.
View this post on Instagram
#8 ÇILDIR LAKE, ARDAHAN:
The Çıldır Lake in Ardahan, 1 hour away from Kars, is an indispensable part of Eastern Anatolia tours. You can visit Çıldır Lake in any season; but when you say when is the best time, winter definitely carries the flag.. We have no doubt that since January, Lake Çıldır will completely freeze and the white landscapes around the lake will transport you to a completely different world.. Walking on the frozen lake, Eskimo style ice fishing with fishermen for those who have time, and yellow carp tasting in the shabby places around Çıldır Lake are among the main activities here.
Çıldır Lake, Ardahan
#9 PALANDÖKEN, ERZURUM
We couldn’t have finished our list of winter routes without Erzurum’s Palandöken. 12 km. Palandöken, one of the largest ski centers in the world with its 22 long tracks, is frequently preferred because it is under snow 7 months of the year and provides an ideal environment for skiing with its powder snow texture.. With accommodation alternatives in the city center or ski hotels, Palandöken’s different sports alternatives and nature scenery are already enough to carry it to the top.
For those who are thinking of going to Palandöken, from Erzurum city center Let’s give some advice; Yakutiye Madrasa, Double Minaret Madrasa and Rüstem Pasha Caravanserai are among the places to see.. Have a cag kebab feast for yourself while you’re in Erzurum, and if you have time, add Tortum Lake with its magnificent winter view to your plan.
Palandöken, Image Owner: Erzurum Provincial Directorate of Culture and Tourism
VAN WITH #10 VAN LAKE EXPRESS:
The pleasure of train journeys in winter is different; because this time snowy landscapes are your companion! Van Lake Express, one of the most popular train routes after the Eastern Express, makes the Ankara-Tatvan-Ankara route.. After arriving in Tatvan with the Van Lake Express on the 24-hour journey, you can go to Van from the shore of Lake Van by public transport or private vehicle, and visit the city.. After starting the day with Van breakfast, the places to see in the city include Van Castle, the Van Cat House established by the university, and the Van Bazaar.. Those who have time can continue the tour with Muradiye Waterfall, which is 90 km away from the city center.
An essential part of Van trips is Akdamar Island, which is 1 hour away from Van.. Akdamar Island, which you can reach in 20 minutes by boat from Gevaş, and the Surp Haç Armenian Church here have a history of 1000 years.. It is not uncommon to combine Akdamar Island, surrounded by mountain scenery, with snow scenery.. If you can catch it, don’t miss it.
Akdamar Church, Van
Van Lake Express We have come to the end of our article on Places to Visit in Turkey in Winter, together with our Van and Van travel suggestions.. You can reach our travel notes on Instagram . Follow us, let’s travel together!
