Tekirova – Kuzdere [52]

Alternate Path

Tekirova – Kuzdere

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Winding section that is part of the coastal variant between Çıralı and Göynük Yayla, though most of it is actually inland.

Hiker looking at aqueduct at Phaselis Ruins

Image credit:

T Roszkowski

Essentials

Tekirova (town)

Kuzdere (village)

Winding section that is S–N overall but with a significant bulge to the E. Kuzdere is to the N.

The area N of the main road D400 is an ascent / descent of a modest-sized hill with about a 10% slope on the S side and 14% on the N side. On either side of the hill, and along the coast between Tekirova and the Phaselis ruins, it is relatively flat with only small hills to contend with (though some, while short, are steep with up to a 20% grade).

From Tekirova to the D400 underpass (N of the Phaselis ruins) the route follows good-quality woodland trails, beaches, and quiet tracks / roads. N of D400, the terrain is rugged in places, following a mix of quiet rural roads and mountain footpaths.

Way-finding is moderately good along this section, though some junctions N of D400 can potentially be confusing.

Metrics

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Towards Kuzdere:

Towards Tekirova:

18.5 km / 11.5 mi

Distance

666 m / 2,185 ft

Ascent

623 m / 2,044 ft

Descent

~6.75 hrs hrs

Duration

18.5 km / 11.5 mi

Distance

623 m / 2,044 ft

Ascent

666 m / 2,185 ft

Descent

~6.75 hrs hrs

Duration

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

Water and public toilets are available at Phaselis Beach (slightly inland from the Lycian Way path).

Highlights

The ruins are interesting and worth some time. The aqueduct is particularly notable.
The beaches are in a sheltered cove and a good spot for a break (and maybe a little dip…).

Tips

From D400, it is possible to detour into the nearby town of Çamyuva. It’s within modest walking distance, though you can easily wave down a dolmuş (or hitchhike) once you get to the main road (D400).

Route Planning

There’s a secondary (unofficial) option for much of the stretch N of D400 that follows roads instead of mountain footpaths. This secondary option used to be part of the official route before re-routing was done. It’s shorter and might be worth considering in bad weather. We include it in our GPS tracks.

Camping

If you are camping, there are good camping spots along the beaches near the Phaselis ruins. N of D400 there are multiple decent camping options.

Amenities

Snacks / beverages are often available at the Phaselis ruins.

Attractions & Highlights

Notable highlights along the trail and at either endpoint include:

Accommodations

Here’s what we’re currently tracking for this trail section:

Hotel

Güvenpark Residence & Hotel

In Tekirova
Camping / Bungalows

Sundance Nature Camping

On the northeastern edge of Tekirova
Hotel

Green Valley Hotel

In Kuzdere

Wild Camping Locations

Here are the wild camping locations that we’re currently tracking along this trail section:

Wild Campsite

Campsite

Between Tekirova and Phaselis Ruins
Wild Campsite

Campsite

Between Tekirova and Phaselis Ruins

Water Sources

Here are the water sources that we’re currently tracking along this trail section or at either endpoint:

Water Source

Fountain & WC

Between Tekirova and Phaselis Ruins

Where to Next?

From Kuzdere:

Alternate Path

Kuzdere – Göynük Yayla

Distance

17.6 km / 10.9 mi

Ascent

1,341 m / 4,400 ft

Descent

560 m / 1,837 ft

Est. Duration

7.75

Beautiful mountain section that gives the legs a good workout. In addition to outstanding scenery, there’s a Roman bridge to cross along the way. This is part of the ‘coastal’ variant between Çıralı & Göynük Yayla (though this portion is entirely inland rather than on the coast).

From Tekirova:

Alternate Path

Çıralı – Tekirova

Distance

21.8 km / 13.5 mi

Ascent

1,140 m / 3,741 ft

Descent

1,130 m / 3,708 ft

Est. Duration

9.5

Long but attractive section that is part of the coastal route between Çıralı and Göynük Yayla. Although this path runs along the coast (much of it via quiet forest roads), there are rugged hills and some steep portions. Has many nice viewpoints.

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!

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Looking SW at beach from between Tekirova and Phaselis ruins

Photo by
Costin D.

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Sept 2022
Signage near Sundance Camping between Tekirova and Phaselis ruins

Photo by
Costin D.

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Sept 2022
Hadrian’s Gate at Phaselis ruins

Photo by
Costin D.

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Fall 2022
Domitian’s Agora at Phaselis ruins

Photo by
Costin D.

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Fall 2022
Livestock on road departing Tekirova for Phaselis ruins

Photo by
Anonymous

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Fall 2022
Coastal view from between Phaselis ruins and D400

Photo by
Anonymous

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Fall 2022
On road at south edge of Kuzdere

Photo by
Anonymous

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Fall 2022
Signpost between Çamyuva and Kuzdere

Photo by
Gina Russell

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Fall 2022

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!