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The Most Beautiful Hiking Trails
If you are saying "There is nowhere left to walk with pleasure", we have good news for you. We have compiled for you the most beautiful hiking trails in the city that you can reach in less than 1 hour, where you can forget all your troubles and rest your soul while walking.
1- Belgrad Forest / Sarıyer
Belgrade Forest, which has a forest area of approximately 5500 hectares in Sarıyer, is a breathtaking option for Istanbulites with its various walking and jogging trails. Belgrade Forest, which hosts various plant and animal species, has walking and jogging trails of different lengths, water sources, a bicycle path, and a historical aqueduct. If you want to take a walk in nature and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, we recommend you to visit Belgrade Forest.
Belgrade Forest address: BahcekoyMerkez Mahallesi, 34473 Sarıyer/Istanbul
2- Aydos Forest / Kartal
Aydos Forest, located on the Anatolian side of Istanbul, is a walking area frequently preferred by Istanbulites, especially those living on the Anatolian side, with its unspoiled nature surrounded by pine trees. There is also a pond in Aydos Forest, which we can choose when you want to get enough of oxygen and nature. Crossing a 5-kilometer walking path, you can complete your trail with a beautiful view.
Aydos Forest address: Çarşı, 34882 Kartal/Istanbul
3- Ataturk Arboretum
Built on 354 hectares of Belgrade Forest, Atatürk Arboretum is home to 1602 exotic and 403 endemic plants. If you want to discover different types of plants and escape to nature while hiking, you should definitely visit Atatürk Arboretum. It is possible to experience different experiences together with a pleasant walk that lasts about an hour.
Atatürk Arboretum address: Istanbul University, Kemer, Faculty of Forestry, 34450 Sarıyer/Istanbul
4- Bebek Beach / Beşiktaş
Bebek Beach, located on the European side of Istanbul, is undoubtedly one of the most famous coastlines of Istanbul. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity in the lively atmosphere while walking along this route, which overlooks the Bosphorus, where history and natural beauties are intertwined. You can share this pleasure by visiting Bebek Beach, which is preferred by Istanbulites and tourists to walk and have a pleasant time, especially on weekends.
Bebek Beach address: Bebek, CevdetPaşa Cd. No: 30, 34342Beşiktaş/Istanbul
5- Validebag Grove / Üsküdar
Validebag Grove in Üsküdar is a nice option for those who want to take a short break without going too far from the city.
The walking area is surrounded by dense trees and birds chirping. Validebag Grove, located on the Anatolian side where transportation is very easy, offers a magnificent walking area throughout all four seasons. When you want to take a short break from the chaos of the city, it will be enough to remember that there are such beautiful places.
Validebag Grove address: Altunizade, 34662 Üsküdar/Istanbul
