BABAKÖY - KERPE SPORTIF DOĞA YÜRÜYÜŞÜ

We will depart from İncirli, Bakırköy at 7:00 AM. We will pick up nature enthusiasts from the locations you choose along the way. After a short stop for shopping and necessities, we will have breakfast at a village cafe, enjoying the food we brought with us.

(This activity is suitable for those who are new to hiking. However, don't expect it to be as easy as a walk in the park.)

Lunch.
Be sure to bring snacks with you. It's best to choose fruits and nuts.

Kerpe; (This appears to be an incomplete word or phrase. Without more context, it's difficult to provide a precise translation. It could be a name, a This is an ancient and significant site, known in antiquity as Kalpe, with a history dating back to the 5th century BC. The trail begins at the Babadağ area, where the mausoleum of Akçakoca, the conqueror of Kocaeli, who lived between 1234 and 1328, is located. Akçakoca Bey lost his life during a raid he initiated while his camp was set up on this hill, and upon his request, he was buried on this very spot. The monument was restored in 1974 and opened to the public.

This trail starts in Babadağ and runs parallel to the Black Sea and Sarısu. A large portion of the trail consists of paths through the forest. The difficulty level of the hiking trail is Easy+, and it is approximately 12-14 kilometers long.

This is a sporting activity.

WARNING! NOT SUITABLE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH HEART CONDITIONS, WEIGHT PROBLEMS, OR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE.

Activity Difficulty Level:Normal.

• Fitness Level: A reasonable level of fitness is required. This hike is suitable for those who are new to hiking.
• Terrain: The elevation changes are minimal, and the trail consists of gently sloping paths and tractor roads. There are occasional sections where you may need to navigate through bushes.
• Trail: Typically, it's a dirt road, but it can also include paths and unpaved roads.
• Distance: Varies between 5 and 15 kilometers.
• Who can participate: Anyone who is new to hiking and does not have any health problems can participate.