Autumn in Türkiye has a certain magic and beauty that’s hard to resist.
As the intense summer heat fades, a crisp chill begins to fill the air. The harsh sunlight softens, enhancing the vibrancy of the landscape, as the lush green of summer gives way to a stunning tapestry of autumn browns, reds, and golds.
With its mild temperatures and breathtaking display of colors, autumn is one of the best times to explore the country—some places even become more appealing than they are in the height of summer.
Here are a few of Türkiye’s most popular autumn destinations.
Yedigöller National Park
The national parks of Türkiye are particularly attractive in the fall when the trees begin to shed their leaves. Yedigöller National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in Türkiye, and one of the top destinations to visit in autumn.
Set amid the provincial borders of Bolu in the Western Black Sea, Yedigöller takes its name from the seven lakes in the park, which are connected by hiking trails.
Lake Abant
Lake Abant, a freshwater lake, is a national park in northwest Türkiye’s Bolu.
A three-hour drive from Istanbul, the lake, formed as a result of a landslide, offers spectacular views every season of the year.
There isn’t too much to do or see in Abant, nonetheless, a visit to this heavenly corner of Türkiye is sure to be memorable.
The Black Sea
The Black Sea region is home to breathtaking natural landscapes, verdant colours and fresh mountain air. The area is truly stunning in autumn, especially in the forested landscapes such as Artvin, Kastamonu and Şavşat.
Autumn in Istanbul
Autumn is the perfect time to visit Istanbul, with pleasant weather that is neither too hot nor too cold. As summer winds down, the city’s central districts come alive again, and the vibrant, bustling atmosphere of Istanbul returns.
A Bosphorus cruise in autumn offers a particularly stunning experience, as the waterfront mansions are draped in the rich colors of the season.
Of course, Türkiye is such a vast country with varying climatic conditions that you might just find yourself waking up to snow in October!
Sources: Daily Sabah/Anadolu Agency/Culture Trip
This article was first published on November 2, 2021 and updated on 29 September 2024.
