Kocaeli

Kartepe

Mountain viewpoints, forest roads, cable car and winter snow above Sapanca Lake.

Kartepe rises directly west of the lake. The cable car, viewpoints and ski area make it Sapanca's most popular mountain day trip.

Top attractions

Year-round; winter for snow, spring to autumn for views.

Noticeably colder than the lakeshore.

A warm wooden house on the forested Kartepe foothills for travellers who want to wake above the clouds. Simple facilities, unmatched views.

Ride toward Kartepe's forest viewpoints and combine the mountain with Maşukiye. Winter routing depends on snow and road conditions.

A peaceful lake framed by forest, renowned for private bungalows, waterfront walks and easy family escapes.

Forest streams, waterfalls, trout restaurants and adventure stops just west of Sapanca.

A large family nature park with forest trails, wildlife areas and picnic spaces.