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Bartını Keşfet / Things to do

Bartın, Amasra

BARTIN · AMASRA · ULUS · KURUCAŞİLE

Things to do

Coastal towns, forest trails and local flavours. Plan your visit to Bartın, Amasra, Ulus and Kurucaşile.

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Pilavkum Beach (Küçükkum)

Also known as Küçükkum, Pilavkum is a small sandy cove near Güzelcehisar, surrounded by wooded slopes. The final approach is on foot; check the local path before setting out. Bring water and sun protection, and do not rely on beach facilities.

Ulus

Drahna Valley

A forest valley near Ulukaya village, suitable for combining with a visit to Ulukaya Waterfall.

Amasra

Tarlaağzı Beach

A coastal stop near Amasra for beach walks and sunset views.

Amasra

Değirmenağzı Waterfalls

A series of waterfalls along a stream, reached on foot from the Ahatlar village area.

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Village Park and City Forest

Walking paths and rest areas in Bartın’s Hürriyet neighbourhood.

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Gazhane Culture Park

A riverside park in central Bartın with walking and children's play areas.

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Bartın River

The river flows from the city towards the Black Sea, with parks along its banks.

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Gergece Waterfall

A nature stop in the Gergecekaya area near Yeşilkaya village in Bartın Merkez.

Güzelcehisar Beach

Güzelcehisar Beach

A sandy shore sharing its coastline with volcanic lava columns.

Güzelcehisar Lava Columns

Güzelcehisar Lava Columns

Volcanic formations beside the sea, viewed from a wooden walkway and observation area.

İnkumu Beach

İnkumu Beach

A broad beach between the Black Sea and wooded hills, with accommodation and dining nearby.

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Mugada Beach

A long sandy beach accessible via Gözpınarı or Güzelcehisar.

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Kızılkum Beach

A long sandy coastline northwest of Bartın.

Amasra

Amasra

Harbours, castle walls and historic streets reveal the town’s layered past.

Amasra Beach

Amasra Beach

A town-centre beach that can be combined with a harbour walk.

Amasra

Direkli Kaya

A stone column and steps carved into rock beside Amasra’s small harbour.

Amasra

Bozköy Beach

A beach west of Çakraz, on the Amasra coast.

Amasra

Çakraz Beach

A coastal destination east of Amasra, known for its beach and surrounding pine trees.

Amasra

Göçkün Beach

A stop on Bartın’s coastal guide. Check the exact access route before setting out.

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Gölderesi Waterfall

Also known as Çambu, this waterfall is part of the valley landscape near Kurucaşile.

Tekkeönü Beach

A coastal stop in an area known for wooden boatbuilding.

Kurucaşile Beach

Two small beaches lie near the harbour in the district centre.

Kapısuyu Beach

A fine-sand shore known for its protected sand lilies. Avoid disturbing coastal plants.

Karaman–Çambu Beach

A coastal nature stop near Kurucaşile. Confirm current rules before planning a camping stay.

Ulukaya Waterfall

Ulukaya Waterfall

Water emerges from a rocky opening and falls roughly 15 metres near Ulukaya village on the Ulus–Pınarbaşı route.

Ulus

Kemerli Cave

A cave near Alışlı village in the Drahna area. The approach includes walking from the village.

Ulus

Uluyayla Plateau

Forest landscapes and open upland areas near Ulus. Plan around seasonal road conditions.

Ulus

Ardıç Plateau

A high plateau near Kumluca, with long winter conditions and wildlife habitats.

Ulus

Gezen Plateau

A highland destination in the Ardıç area. Check roads before travelling between plateaus.

Ulus

Küre Mountains National Park

A forest-rich national park spanning Bartın and Kastamonu. Use designated visitor routes and entrances.

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Balamba Nature Park

A woodland escape close to the city on the Bartın–Karabük road.

Amasra

Ahatlar Nature Park

Walking and viewpoint areas near Ahatlar village in Amasra.

Ulus

Tree Tunnel Road

Trees form a natural canopy along part of the Bartın–Karabük road. Stop only where it is safe and permitted.

Amasra

Akkonak Beach

A nature and beach destination near Amasra. Check local services before an overnight stay.

Yardibi Beach

A green coastal setting in the Kurucaşile district.

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Halil Bey Mosque

Built in 1872 in central Bartın, with a rectangular plan and numerous windows.

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İbrahim Pasha Mosque

A historic mosque in Bartın’s bazaar, with a single dome and shops below.

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Şadırvan Mosque

A historic mosque combining stone and brick, connected to the market streets.

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Ebu Derda Shrine

A religious heritage stop in Bartın. Stories linking it to Ebu Derda are local traditions rather than confirmed historical facts.

Ulus

Şimşirli Baba Mosque and Shrine

A religious site in Kalecik village, Ulus, with nearby graves and a fountain.

Amasra

Çekiciler Craft Bazaar

A small Amasra bazaar known for wooden crafts and souvenirs.

Amasra

Genoese Coats of Arms

Stone heraldic details from Amasra’s Genoese period.

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Arap Mosque

A mosque in central Bartın with a doorway inscription dated 1824.

Ulus

Hasan Dede Mosque and Shrine

A wooden mosque in Ulus, with a separate shrine nearby.

Amasra

Kemerdere Bridge

A Roman-era bridge in Cevizlik Valley, associated with the historic road near Amasra.

Bedesten

Bedesten

A large Roman-period ruin in Amasra, believed to have later served commercial purposes.

Amasra Castle

Amasra Castle

The Sormagir and Zindan sections form the castle complex. Kemere Bridge connects the Boztepe section to the mainland.

Amasra

Kuş Kayası Road Monument

A Roman rock monument with human and eagle figures and inscriptions on the Amasra–Bartın road.

Amasra

Fatih Mosque, Amasra

A former Byzantine church inside the castle, converted to a mosque after 1460.

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Historic Water Tower

A tapering stone water structure built in 1887 to serve local tradespeople.

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Historic Bartın Houses

Wooden craftsmanship and garden settings characterise the city’s historic homes.

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Aya Nikolas Cultural House

A historic building used at different times as a church, power station and cultural venue.

Wooden Boatbuilding

A craft passed down through generations around Kurucaşile, Tekkeönü and Kapısuyu.

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Historic Cargo Pier

A reminder of Bartın’s river trade, restored in 2021.

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Historic Şadırvan Fountain

A domed fountain with marble columns, linked to the city’s Kavşak water supply.

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Bartın Historic Bathhouse

A bathhouse dating to 1747 with stone walls, domes and a wooden changing area.

Bartın City Museum

Bartın City Museum

Local trade, crafts and everyday life are presented in a former school and municipal building.

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Galla Market

A longstanding market tradition associated with local women producers.

Amasra

Chapel Maritime Museum

A historic chapel inside Amasra Castle used as a maritime museum. Check current visiting hours.

Amasra Museum

Amasra Museum

Archaeological and ethnographic collections, with historic stone objects in the garden.

Ulus

Kocagöz Mansion Museum

A mansion built in 1932, associated with ethnography and local handicrafts.

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Taşhan

A nineteenth-century two-storey commercial building with a courtyard and vaulted spaces.

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Kemal Samancıoğlu Museum

A wooden house displaying personal belongings and ethnographic objects donated by local families.

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Atatürk and Martyrs Museum

Exhibitions commemorating Atatürk and fallen servicemen from Bartın.