Get ready to conquer Turkey’s longest, curviest, yet greenest coastline from one end to the other! The End-to-End Entire Black Sea Coastal Road vehicle route is a massive 12-day road adventure starting from Düzce and ending at the Artvin Sarp Border Gate on the Georgian border. The caves of Zonguldak, the historical port of Amasra, the natural fjords of Sinop, the Boztepe view of Ordu, the steep rocks of Trabzon Sümela Monastery, and the highlands piercing the clouds in Rize… This great Black Sea tour, where you will pass right through eleven different cities, is a real “road trip” enthusiast’s dream. Thanks to Gezirota’s 4,300+ distinguished route points and advanced algorithm, you can divide even such a large-scale plan into days in just a few seconds, and filter camping areas and rest facilities on the map.
Stretching along the northernmost edge of the country, this twelve day journey from Düzce to the rugged valleys of Artvin offers an unparalleled adventure for nature enthusiasts. This expansive route, where you will witness the most vibrant shades of green and blue, seamlessly blends the wild nature, deep canyons, and rich cultural tapestry of the Karadeniz region. During the initial days, while discovering natural wonders such as Güzeldere Şelalesi and Efteni Gölü in the Düzce area, the mysterious caves and lush forests of the western shores will accompany your drive. Stops like Fakıllı Mağarası and Ceneviz Kalesi reveal both the geological diversity and the historical heritage of these coastal lands.
As you progress toward the middle section of the journey, you will encounter the majestic landscapes of Küre Dağları around Bartın and Kastamonu. While Valla Kanyonu and Catak Kanyonu Cam Teras make you feel the raw power of nature with their breathtaking views, historical points like Amasra Kalesi and Amasra Müzesi carry the deep marks of ancient civilizations. Moving further into the central coastal regions, you will have the chance to absorb the contrasting atmospheres of Sinop Tarihi Cezaevi and Kızılırmak Deltası. The vast wetlands of Kızılırmak Deltası stand out as one of the most peaceful and ecologically significant stops along the entire drive.
Upon reaching the eastern stretches of the route, steep mountain slopes, fierce waves, and high altitude plateaus will welcome you. After enjoying a panoramic view from Boztepe in Ordu, you will be mesmerized by the natural texture of Kuzalan Şelalesi and Giresun (Aretias) Adası in Giresun. Tucked away inside Altındere Vadisi in Trabzon, Sümela Manastırı forms one of the profound cultural peaks of the trip, while the challenging terrain of Rize adds a higher dose of adventure. As you reach the Artvin borders on the twelfth day, exploring protected zones such as Erzurum İspir Verçenik Dağı Yaban Hayatı Geliştirme Sahası and Artvin Yusufeli Çoruh Vadisi Yaban Hayatı Geliştirme Sahası allows you to conclude this epic road trip in the most untouched corners of the region.