Lake Eymir

Eymir Gölü

A long, narrow lake on the campus of Middle East Technical University in the south of the city, with a lakeside path of about 13 km, popular with locals for cycling, running and picnics.

Lake Eymir lies within the forest reserve of Middle East Technical University (METU). Reed beds and poplar groves line the shore, and private cars are banned from the lakeside road, making it ideal for cycling, running and rowing. Teahouses and restaurants stand by the water. Nearby Mogan Lake (Gölbaşı) is also a favourite weekend destination for residents. Free entry; it is about a 25-minute taxi ride from the city centre, or you can take a bus to METU and walk. It suits visitors who want to spend a few days in Ankara and get close to nature.

Opening hours

All day

Lake · Cycling · Hiking · Picnic

Nearby sights

• Atakule
• Kuğulu Park
• Kocatepe Mosque
• Anıtkabir
• CerModern
• Ethnography Museum of Ankara
• Gençlik Parkı
• Hamamönü

Places to eat nearby

• Trilye Seafood Restaurant
• Göksu Restaurant (Kızılay Branch)
• Uludağ Kebapçısı (Ulus Main Branch)
• Boğaziçi Lokantası

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