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Beykoz & Anadolu Kavağı

An independent walking route along the northern Asian Bosphorus from Beykoz through its forest to Yoros Fortress and Anadolu Kavağı harbor. Follow the stops and explore at your own pace.

⏱ 5–7 hours📍 4 stops🚶 Walking route

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An independent walking route along the northern Asian Bosphorus from Beykoz through its forest to Yoros Fortress and Anadolu Kavağı harbor.

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Suggested flexible agenda

Beykoz & Anadolu Kavağı

45–60 min

1

Beykoz Çarşı & Sahil

Begin at Beykoz waterfront. Explore the market streets and the small pier before heading uphill into the forest.

45–60 min

2

Beykoz Korusu (Abraham Paşa Korusu)

Walk through Beykoz Grove. Follow the forest paths, look for ponds and enjoy Bosphorus glimpses through the trees.

60–90 min

3

Yoros Kalesi

Climb to Yoros Fortress above Anadolu Kavağı. Explore the surviving walls and towers and enjoy wide Black Sea and Bosphorus views.

60–90 min

4

Anadolu Kavağı (Sahil & Liman)

Descend to Anadolu Kavağı's harbor. Stop at seafood restaurants, watch the ferries and plan your return.

Route stops

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1

Starting point · 45–60 min

Beykoz Çarşı & Sahil

Begin at Beykoz waterfront. Explore the market streets and the small pier before heading uphill into the forest.

2

Walk · 45–60 min

Beykoz Korusu (Abraham Paşa Korusu)

Walk through Beykoz Grove. Follow the forest paths, look for ponds and enjoy Bosphorus glimpses through the trees.

3

Uphill walk · 60–90 min

Yoros Kalesi

Climb to Yoros Fortress above Anadolu Kavağı. Explore the surviving walls and towers and enjoy wide Black Sea and Bosphorus views.

4

Walk · 60–90 min

Anadolu Kavağı (Sahil & Liman)

Descend to Anadolu Kavağı's harbor. Stop at seafood restaurants, watch the ferries and plan your return.