Nature / Forest
Aydos Forest
Kartal, İstanbul
A large forest around Aydos, the highest hill on the Asian side, with hiking trails and picnic areas.
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Its story
The forest covers the slopes of Aydos Hill, where the districts of Kartal, Sancaktepe, Sultanbeyli and Pendik meet. At about 537 meters, the hill is the highest point on İstanbul's Asian side, and from points near the summit you can see the Marmara and the Princes' Islands. The pond, picnic areas and walking paths in the forest are heavily used by city residents at weekends. On a spur of the hill are the remains of the Byzantine-era Aydos Castle.
Key facts
- Admission
- Free (parking fees may apply at picnic areas)
- Getting there
- By private car or bus from Kartal Yakacık or Sancaktepe
- Visit duration
- 2–3 hours
Trip purpose
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Traveling with kids
- Free
Location
40.93611, 29.24503
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aydos_Orman%C4%B1 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=40.93611&mlon=29.24503#map=17/40.93611/29.24503