Turkey has several well-known ski resorts located in the mountainous regions of the south. Some of them are:
Uludag ski resort
The most famous ski resort in Turkey, located on a mountain 36 km southeast of Bursa. It includes 22 mountain peaks, the highest of which is Kezike (2543 m).
The resort is well equipped and offers all kinds of skiing and snowboarding trails, suitable for both beginners and advanced skiers. In total, the resort has more than 20 km of slopes of varying complexity, as well as freeride and cross-country areas.
Uludag also has many hotels, restaurants, spas, and other activities. You will find numerous opportunities for evening entertainment, including night out skiing, bars, and clubs.
The season in Uludag usually lasts from December to April, but as with other mountain resorts, the best skiing conditions are usually from January to February.
Uludag resort is one of the most popular and developed ski resorts in Turkey, and that is why it attracts many tourists from all over the world.
Services at Uludag Ski Resort
1) Sports equipment rentals: The resort has many ski and snowboard equipment rentals, including skis, boots, poles, and bindings. It is also possible to rent other types of equipment, such as snowbikes and snowkites.
2) Ski School: Uludag has dedicated ski instructors who offer individual or group skiing or snowboarding lessons for any level of training.
3) Ski Patrol: the resort has a special group of ski patrol, which ensures the safety of skiers, provides first aid and rescue operations if necessary.
4) Hotels and Restaurants: Uludag has many hotels and restaurants offering various services and facilities, including spas, swimming pools and saunas. Most hotels are located directly on the slopes of the resort.
5) Entertainment: Uludag offers a variety of winter activities such as sledding, ice skating, dog sledding or kayaking.
In short, the ski resort Uludag provides a full range of services and services for all fans of winter sports, as well as for those who just want to relax in the mountains.
Palandoken Ski Resort
A large ski resort located on a mountain in the province of Erajan in eastern Turkey. It is one of the most popular ski resorts in Turkey and is located at an altitude of 2200 to 3176 meters. The resort attracts many tourists due to its high mountains, excellent skiing and snowboarding conditions, as well as a developed infrastructure and many different types of entertainment.
In Palandoken there are more than 40 km of slopes of varying complexity, including slopes for beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers. The resort also has a freeride zone and specially equipped slopes for snowboarding.
The resort of Palandoken has many hotels and restaurants where you can enjoy traditional Turkish cuisine. There are also many spas and baths where you can relax after a day on the slopes.
The season in Palandoken usually lasts from December to April, but the best conditions for skiing are in January and February, when the mountains have enough snow.
In general, Palandoken is a great place for fans of winter sports, thanks to its mountains and a variety of conditions for skiing.
Interesting facts about Palandoken Ski Resort
Palandoken is located in the Turkish province of Eraca, in the east of the country, near the border with Russia.
2. The resort is located at an altitude of 2200-3176 meters above sea level and has more than 40 km of trails for skiing.
3. In 2011, Palandoken hosted the World Winter Universiade, which brought together over 2,000 athletes from 57 countries.
4. One of the elevators at the resort, “Telekabin” (“Teleferik” in Turkish), is the highest in Turkey and can carry up to 1200 people per hour.
5. Palandoken is known for its strong winds, which can reach speeds of over 100 km/hour.
6. The resort also offers an unusual type of activity – night skiing on the illuminated slopes.
7. There are thermal springs near Palandoken, which you can visit for rest and relaxation.
8. In 2014, Swedish freerider Jungfer Oskarson made the highest ski jump at the resort, reaching more than 25 meters.
Services at Palandoken Ski Resort
1. Ski and snowboard equipment rental.
2. Training for skiing and snowboarding instructors.
3. Rent ski equipment.
4. Restaurants, cafes and bars for recreation and food.
5. Various activities such as sledding, snowmobiling, dog sledding, etc.
6. Accommodation in hotels and apartments.
The resort also often hosts various events such as skiing competitions, festivals and concerts.
Kartalte Ski Resort
Kartalkaya ski resort is located in Turkey, in the Koroglu Mountains in the north of the country, about 40 km from the town of Bolu. The resort is located at an altitude of 1850 to 2220 meters above sea level and is designed for fans of skiing and snowboarding.
Kartalte is considered one of the best resorts for skiing holidays in Turkey, and offers more than 20 km of slopes that are suitable for all levels of training, from beginners to advanced skiers.
The resort has 16 elevators that allow you to move through the slopes, including attached slopes, where you can try to freeride, and specially equipped slopes for freestyle.
In addition to ski slopes and elevators, Cartalte Resort offers other services for visitors, including equipment rentals and ski lessons from instructors. There are also restaurants, bars and cafes for dining and relaxing, hotels, hotels and apartments for accommodation.
During the winter season, Kartalta can be quite cold, so visitors are advised to wear warm clothing and equipment, and to check the weather forecast and the condition of the slopes in advance before going to the ski resort.
One of the advantages of the resort of Kartalte is its accessibility: it is a few hours drive from Istanbul and Ankara, which makes it an attractive place for ski vacations in Turkey.
Interesting facts about the ski resort of Kartalte
1. The name “Kartalte” means “Black Forest Bird” in Turkish.
2. The resort is located in the Bolu Karsagai National Park and is surrounded by beautiful forests.
3. The resort has one of the longest tracks in Turkey – “Abana”, which has a length of over 12 km.
4. The resort offers not only skiing and snowboarding slopes, but also many other winter activities such as sledding and dog sledding, snowmobile rides and much more.
5. Cartalte is often visited by celebrities and well-known personalities. For example, in 2019, the Turkish footballer Arda Turan held his wedding ceremony here.
6. In 2018, the resort hosted the Alpine Skiing World Cup, which featured the best skiers from around the world.
7. The resort offers services not only for adults but also for children: there is a playground and snowpark for young skiers and snowboarders.
8. The forests surrounding Cartalta are home to a variety of wildlife, such as bears, foxes, roe deer and wild boar, which can be seen while hiking the trails around the resort.
Services at Palandoken Ski Resort
1. Ski and snowboard equipment rental.
2. Skiing and snowboarding lessons from professional instructors.
3. Rental of ski equipment and snowboarding gear.
4. Restaurants, bars and cafes for food and recreation.
5. Various activities such as sledding, dog sledding, snowmobiling, etc.
6. Accommodation in hotels, hotels and apartments in the resort.
In addition, as part of the services at the Kartalta resort there are various events such as festivals, competitions, concerts and other winter events that may be of interest to visitors to the resort.
The resort also has a medical center, where you can get urgent medical care if necessary, as well as a children’s room, where children can play and work under the supervision of experienced nurses.
Erciyes Ski Resort
Erciyes Ski Resort is located in the Taurus Mountains in south-eastern Turkey, 25 kilometers southeast of Kayasehir and 25 kilometers southwest of Kayseri.
The resort opened in 2012 and covers an area of 300 hectares with 33 kilometers of slopes for skiing and snowboarding. The summit of Mount Erciyes is 3,917 meters high and its base at 2,200 meters. This makes Erciyes resort one of the highest in Turkey, which guarantees snow throughout the season.
The resort has trails for amateurs and professionals. The maximum length of the track for advanced athletes is 12 kilometers. There are also areas for freeride, halfpipe and ski-cross slopes.
In addition, the resort has several ski elevators, ski schools for children and adults, rental skis and snowboards, restaurants and cafes.
The skiing season at the resort of Erciyes begins in December and lasts until the end of March. The resort is easily accessible from Kayseri, which has an international airport and train station.
In general, the ski resort Erces offers excellent conditions for skiing and snowboarding, as well as a variety of entertainment for tourists of different age categories.
Interesting facts about Erciyes Ski Resort
– Erciyes – one of the newest ski resorts in Turkey, which was opened only in 2012.
– The resort is located on the slopes of an active volcano that has not erupted for a long time, and is considered one of the highest in Turkey, with a peak height of 3,917 meters.
– There are not only slopes for skiing, but also a freeride zone, as well as slopes for carving, downhill skiing, sledding and even snowmobiling.
– In the winter season at the resort held international competitions in skiing and snowboarding.
– Erciyes is one of the most environmentally friendly resorts in the world, with ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.
– The resort also offers additional activities such as a sauna and spa, as well as the opportunity to visit the cultural attractions of Kayseri and its surroundings, including the famous Kara Kilise rock church.
– In 2019, Erciyes won the World Ski Awards in the category “Best ski resort in the Turkish region.
Services at Erciyes Ski Resort
1.Ski and snowboard equipment rental, including skis, snowboards, boots, helmets and other accessories.
2. Ski schools for beginners, advanced and advanced skiers, where experienced instructors help you learn the technique of skiing or snowboarding.
3. Transfers by car or bus from Kayseri or other nearby cities.
4. Accommodation in hotels, cottages, apartments or villas, located in or near the resort.
5. Restaurants, bars, cafes and kiosks offering a variety of food and drinks.
6. Stores where you can buy equipment, clothing and souvenirs.
7. Areas for freeride and special pistes for carving, downhill skiing and other skiing sports.
8. Medical care provided by specially trained medical workers.
9. Various activities such as saunas, spas and baths.
10. Organization of tours of the surrounding area, such as visits to historical and cultural sites.
These resorts are usually open from December through April, and offer a variety of activities for beginners and experienced skiers alike.
