İĞNEADA LONGOZ ORMANLARI SPORTIF DOĞA YÜRÜYÜŞÜ

🌿 Iğneada Beech Forests: A Nature Walk for Sports Enthusiasts.

We are heading to the İğneada Swamp Forests to explore a fascinating ecosystem shaped by water.

The lakes, wetlands, and seasonally flooded forests formed by the waters flowing from the Yıldız Mountains make İğneada one of Turkey's most unique natural areas. This exceptional landscape, with its rich flora and fauna, will be the setting for a pleasant walk, where we can enjoy the colors of autumn.

🚌 TRANSPORTATION AND SCHEDULE

We will depart from Kartal at 6:00 AM and pick up participants at the designated stops along the E-5 highway. We plan to arrive in Igneada between 11:00 AM and 11:30 AM, depending on road conditions and any necessary stops.

After the preparations are complete, we will begin our hike. Due to the distance between Istanbul and Iğneada, our return journey may take place late at night. It is important for participants to plan their schedules accordingly.

👟 PARKOUR INFORMATION

• Region: The İğneada Swamp Forests and surrounding areas.
• Distance: Approximately 15-16 kilometers.
• Elevation change: Approximately 150 meters.
• Difficulty level: Medium.
• The course layout: Forest roads, trails, and occasional exploratory passages.
• Estimated walking time: Approximately 5-6 hours, including breaks.

While the course doesn't have any particularly steep or long inclines, it requires a reasonable level of fitness due to its length, the potential for the terrain to be muddy or slippery depending on the season, and the possibility that some of the trails may be overgrown with vegetation.

The route, duration, and distance of the activity can be adjusted by the hiking leader based on weather conditions, terrain, and the group's condition.

🥪 FOOD AND WATER

We will have breakfast at a suitable rest stop along the way, using the food we brought with us.

Lunch will be provided as a packed meal. Sandwiches, nuts, dried fruit, energy bars, and other easily transportable food items are recommended. Each participant should also bring an adequate supply of water.

The group will decide on the dinner arrangements and departure time based on the schedule.

This event is a roughly 15-16 kilometer nature walk, designed to be a more active experience. Participants with cardiovascular, blood pressure, respiratory, joint, or similar health conditions are advised to consult their doctor before registering.

Participants should always carry any personal medications they regularly take with them. It is important for participants with allergies to inform the event organizer about their condition in advance.

Participating in the course with footwear and clothing that are not suitable for the weather and ground conditions is unsafe.

📞 EVENT COORDINATOR

Süleyman Şahin.
WhatsApp: 0532 204 61 32

Please communicate exclusively through WhatsApp.

We would be delighted to welcome you to the beautiful İğneada floodplain forests, where nature meets water, forests, and the colors of autumn. 🌳

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.