ELMALI KÖYÜ - ALIÇ YAYLASI - ELMALI KÖYÜ SPORTİF DOĞA YÜRÜYÜŞÜ

On Saturday, October 31st, we will be traveling to Elmalı Village, which is part of the İznik district of Bursa. The Elmalı Village Mosque, known for its unique construction without nails, is worth seeing at the starting point of the trail. Starting our walk from the Elmalı Village Mosque, we will immerse ourselves in the beauty of the Alıçlı Highland. We will experience the beauty of autumn in nature.

BURSA, İZNİK.

Bursa is perhaps one of the most historic districts. Its settlement dates back to the 5th century BC. Naturally, it has been home to many civilizations, from the Romans and Byzantines to the Seljuks and Ottomans.

APPLE VILLAGE.

Elmalı is a neighborhood in the İznik district of the Bursa province. It is located in the northeastern part of the district, in the Samanlı Mountains. Its wooden mosque, built in 1897-1898, is considered an important part of the region's cultural heritage.

It is known as a Georgian neighborhood established by migrants from the Caucasus region in the late 19th century. According to oral interviews with local residents, the village dates back to 1870. Batumi.Migrants from the region settled here. In the village, there is a 120-year-old wooden mosque built without the use of any nails. While it may not appear particularly grand from the outside, you'll notice the intricate craftsmanship inside.

The wooden structures in the village were all built using the interlocking technique, without the use of nails.

Kbreakfast. You can either bring your own food and eat it on the ferry, or you can use the ferry's cafeteria.

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

Dinner: On the way back, we will make a decision together based on the majority vote.

Parkour Information & Route:

Route: Elmalı Village - Alıç Highland - Elmalı Village.

Walking distance: 14 km.

Duration: 5 hours.

Difficulty Level: Medium.

The course consists of a dirt road and grassy trails.

Elevation Change: We will start the hike at an elevation of 775 meters, ascend to 1216 meters, and then descend back to 775 meters. This represents a 441-meter ascent and a 441-meter descent.

Route Type: Loop.

This trail is not suitable for people who are new to hiking.

The information provided is approximate and may vary depending on the conditions during the event. The event organizers reserve the right to modify the route as needed.

Even if the event is fully booked, you can still register as a reserve participant. If you are unable to attend the event due to unforeseen circumstances, and you have sufficient credits, you may be added to the main participant list based on the reserve list order. If the number of reserve participants is sufficient for a second vehicle, a second vehicle can be added with the approval of the event committee.

Event Coordinator: LEVENT ERBAY Mobile: 0505 384 38 39

We do not provide or use single-use plastics at our events. Please bring your own reusable water bottles..

Activity Difficulty Level:Middle.

• Condition: Requires physical fitness.
• Terrain: Significant elevation changes are present.
• Trail: The route typically involves walking through natural terrain, often within a forest. You may encounter bushes and dense vegetation.
• Distance: Varies between 10 and 20 kilometers.
• Who can participate: Individuals who have previous hiking experience and have all the necessary hiking equipment are welcome to participate.