Main Path
Yediburunlar (Gey) – Bel
ID: 
19

Winding, remote section linking the villages of Yediburunlar (Gey) and Bel. Sometimes-difficult but beautiful section, with many fantastic views down to the coast.

Coastal view between Gey & Bel.
Image credit:  
Łukasz Ostojski
, All rights reserved

Essentials

Yediburunlar (Gey) (village)
Bel (village)
Generally runs NW–SE, though with a couple of arcs more to the SW. Yediburunlar is to the NW.
This is largely a descent and ascent down one hill and up another (or, perhaps more accurately, down the flank of one side of a mountain and up another flank). The N (Yediburunlar) portion averages about 12% though with short stretches reaching 20%+. The SE (Bel) portion averages about 14% though there are multiple stretches with the slope exceeding 30%.
The trail is mostly narrow mountain footpaths, frequently over rugged, uneven ground. Some portions are along wider tracks.
Way-markings are poor in places or easily overlooked. There are a number of junctions were you could easily go wrong; check our GPS tracks periodically to ensure you are still on-route.

Metrics

Select the tab below corresponding to the direction you plan to walk.
Towards Bel:
Towards Yediburunlar:
5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Distance
395 m / 1,296 ft
Ascent
365 m / 1,198 ft
Descent
~2.75 hrs
Duration
Elevation chart.
5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Distance
365 m / 1,198 ft
Ascent
395 m / 1,296 ft
Descent
~2.75 hrs
Duration
Elevation chart.

Handy Things to Know

The following notes are gathered from our own experiences and from feedback sent to us by other hikers. Let us know how we can improve these notes – and thanks!

Water

  • We’re not aware of any water sources along this section.

Route Planning

  • If weather conditions are poor, it is possible to follow rural roads between Yediburunlar and Bel.

Accommodations

  • Accommodations are available at both endpoints. However, we aren’t aware of any options inbetween.

Camping

  • There are a few decent wild camping locations. However, be aware that they tend to be very exposed and might not be safe in stormy / high wind conditions.
  • If you discover any good locations, please let us know.

Amenities

  • Limited amenities are available at the endpoints but nothing inbetween.

Accommodations

Here’s what we’re currently tracking for this trail section:
  • Annotated map of Dumanoğlu Pansiyon (Ramazan’s Place) in Yediburunlar
    Guesthouse
    Dumanoğlu Pansiyon (Ramazan’s Place)
    In Yediburunlar (Gey)
  • Annotated map of Bayram’s House in Yediburunlar
    Guesthouse
    Bayram’s House
    In Yediburunlar (Gey)
  • Annotated map of Yediburunlar Lighthouse Hotel near Yediburunlar
    Hotel
    Yediburunlar Lighthouse Hotel
    Near Gey
  • G7 Camping in Yediburunlar
    Commercial Campsite
    G7 Camping
    In Yediburunlar (Gey)
  • Annotated map of Ramazan's House (at market) & Camping (ataxia Camping) in Bel
    Guesthouse
    Ramazan’s House (at market) & Camping (ataxia Camping)
    In Bel
  • Annotated map of Fatma's Pansiyon in Bel
    Guesthouse
    Fatma’s Pansiyon
    In Bel
  • Annotated map of Kılıç Pansiyon in Bel
    Guesthouse
    Kılıç Pansiyon
    In Bel
  • Annotated map of Nasuh Camp in Bel
    Commercial Campground
    Nasuh Camp
    In Bel

Wild Camping Locations

Here are the wild camping locations that we’re currently tracking along this trail section:
  • Campsite Between Yediburunlar & Bel
    Wild Campsite
    Campsite
    Between Yediburunlar & Bel

Water Sources

Here are the water sources that we’re currently tracking along this trail section or at either endpoint:
  • Fountain in Yediburunlar
    Water Source
    Fountain
    In Yediburunlar
  • Water source between Yediburunlar & Bel
    Water Source
    Water Source
    Between Yediburunlar & Bel
  • Fountain in Bel
    Water Source
    Fountain
    In Bel

Where to Next?

From Bel:

  • Map showing the Lycian Way between Dodurga and Bel.
    Alternate Path
    Dodurga – Bel
    Distance
    5.3 km / 3.3 mi
    Ascent
    305 m / 1,001 ft
    Descent
    205 m / 673 ft
    Est. Duration
    2.25
    Popular alternative connecting the hamlet of Dodurga (which is beside the interesting Sidyma ruins) with the village of Bel.
  • Map showing the Lycian Way between Bel and Gavurağılı.
    Main Path
    Bel – Gavurağılı
    Distance
    6.9 km / 4.3 mi
    Ascent
    190 m / 623 ft
    Descent
    755 m / 2,477 ft
    Est. Duration
    3.5
    Challenging section linking the villages of Bel (up in the mountains) and Gavurağılı (on the coast), passing through the hamlet of Belceğiz.

From Yediburunlar:

  • Map showing the Lycian Way between Alınca and Gey.
    Main Path
    Alınca – Yediburunlar (Gey)
    Distance
    7.7 km / 4.8 mi
    Ascent
    460 m / 1,509 ft
    Descent
    560 m / 1,837 ft
    Est. Duration
    3.75
    Challenging but spectacular section between the villages of Alınca and Yediburunlar (Gey).

Pretty Pictures

Sometimes nothing beats a good photo. Or even a bad photo! If you’d like to share some or all of your photo collection with the Trekopedia community, contact us at photos@trekopedia.com and we can arrange a transfer of them. And thanks!
All photos are copyright by their respective owners and are used with permission.
  • Coastal view between Gey & Bel.
    Coastal view between Yediburunlar (Gey) & Bel
    Photo by 
    Łukasz Ostojski
     – 
    Fall 2021

How You Can Help

Trail research is never actually done. Here’s some of what we’re looking for:
✅   More photos! Ideally with geo-location information in the metadata. In addition to using some photos on Trekopedia, we add them to our internal reference database which significantly helps us with trail research. The more photos, the better! If you are willing to share your collection with us, we’d be incredibly grateful. Let us know and we’ll arrange a transfer.

✅   Points of interest. Help us identify (and geo-locate) accommodations, attractions, restaurants, markets, trail waypoints, confusing or problematic junctions, difficult or hazardous places, water sources, and so on. 

✅   Tips & recommendations. Share your thoughts with other hikers.
In addition to the above, please see this article for information on more general ways you can help. Thanks!
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