Top 5 Ski Resorts in Turkey

Most people don’t expect it to snow every year in Turkey. Well, they would be mistaken. The sunshine country is also charming under a snow blanket. Winter sports are popular in Turkey, and there are a handful of good resorts throughout the country.

The Weather in Turkey During Winter

The temperatures can range between +/-15 degrees Celcius on average, depending on the region. While the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts experience milder winters, the winter in Turkey is cold, rainy, and snowy in most touristic towns during December, January, February, and even March.

How Much Does Skiing Cost in Turkey?

If you’re planning a skiing holiday in Turkey, you’ll need to consider paying for your accommodation, ski gear, and the ski lift. You can also get lessons at the ski resorts starting from £12-15 per hour. Group lessons cost less per person, so you might want to arrange a trip with your friends.

The Best Ski Resorts in Turkey

Uludağ, Bursa

Mount Uludağ is one of the most important ski resorts in the country. Located only 10 kilometres south of Bursa, Uludağ Ski Resort welcomes skiers from all levels. Young people love this resort for its music festivals and events throughout the New Year. You can enjoy activities from snowboarding, ice skating, snow biking to skiing. Whether you’d like to book a hotel room or a cabin, there are many accommodation options.

Prices: £14 for the ski lift, ski gear rentals start at £6 a day
Levels: All levels
Best time to go: December to April

Flights to Bursa

Palandöken, Erzurum

Palandöken Ski Resort is located in eastern Erzurum province, which has 4 natural ski tracks and 20 tracks in total serving skiers from all levels. Especially advanced skiers should consider this resort as it is tailored to seasoned skiers.

Prices: £7 for the ski lift, ski gear rentals start at £6 a day
Levels: Advanced, all levels
Best time to go: December to April

Flights to Erzurum

Kartalkaya, Bolu

Kartalkaya is the perfect winter sports destination if you want to merge your Istanbul trip with a short weekend visit to the mountains. Kartalkaya is located in Bolu, where people come to see the otherworldly landscapes of beautiful pine forests and frozen lakes of the Black Sea. Kartalkaya ski centre is well developed with many accommodation options and has over 20 kilometres of slopes for skiing and snowboarding.

Prices: £16 for the ski lift, ski gear rentals start at £24 a day, approx. £32 for ski lessons
Levels: All levels, good tracks for beginners as well as advanced skiers
Best time to go: Late December, Late March

Flights to Ankara

Erciyes, Kayseri

Erciyes Ski Centre is another popular skiing destination in Turkey for experts and advanced skiers. Located 25 kilometres from Kayseri, the centre faces the eastern part of Mount Erciyes (a nearly 4000-metre tall volcanic mountain). Erciyes Ski Centre was even chosen amongst the best skiing destinations in Europe. Plans are in place to develop the centre even more. Those visiting Mount Erciyes for skiing can stop by the mesmerising town of fairy chimneys: Cappadocia.

Prices: £10-20 for the ski lift, ski gear rentals start at £14 a day, approx. £25 for ski lessons
Levels: All levels
Best time to go: November to May

Flights to Kayseri

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Kartepe, Kocaeli

Another favourite for Istanbulites, Kartepe, is the nearest ski centre to Istanbul. During winter, those visiting Istanbul can enjoy a cultural holiday mixed with skiing or spa-ing. Kartepe is also only an hour away by car from the picturesque Sapanca Lake, where lots of luxurious spa hotels offer good deals. So you can treat yourself to a quick getaway at Kartepe.

Prices: £10 for the ski lift, ski gear rentals start at £10 a day, £5 per hour per person
Levels: Beginner, intermediate
Best time to go: Mid-December to March

Flights to Istanbul

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