Uludağ
Uludağ, an ancient Mount Olympus at 2,543 metres, is Turkey's most famous ski resort and is also good for hiking and picnics in summer.
Uludağ, known in antiquity as Mysian Olympus, is the highest peak in the Marmara region, and its slopes are a national park. In winter, the hotel area has more than ten ski runs and several cable cars. It is the favourite skiing destination for Istanbul residents. You can rent equipment and take lessons on the slopes. In summer, it is ideal for hiking, camping and mountain barbecues, and you can take excursions to the glacial lakes. You can reach the top by cable car or by driving the mountain road for about an hour (park entry fee applies). The weather changes quickly, so bring a jacket even in summer.
Opening hours
National park open all day; ski area approx. 09:00–16:30
Nearby sights
- Cumalıkızık
- Bursa Uludağ Gondola (Teleferik)
- Emir Sultan Mosque
- Yıldırım Bayezid Mosque
- Green Tomb (Yeşil Türbe)
- Green Mosque (Yeşil Camii)
- Panorama 1326 Bursa Conquest Museum
- Irgandı Bridge