Cycling routes around Köyceğiz
Köyceğiz and the nearby Dalyan area are great for relaxed rides: flat town loops, scenic roads along the water and a few routes with gentle climbs.
Below you’ll find route ideas grouped under Köyceğiz and nearby area, with approximate distance and difficulty. Choose early hours in summer for cooler temperatures.
Suggested starting point: Köyceğiz center / Kaunos Hotel area
Duration: 1–3 hours (route dependent)
Level: Beginner – Intermediate
Season: Autumn – Spring (and early mornings in summer)
Köyceğiz routes
The Köyceğiz area has a well-known network of cycling loops (lake, sweetgum forests and river valleys). Route names below are inspired by local route networks such as The EcoTrails cycling routes.
1) Köyceğiz Lake loop (K1) – long day ride
Location: Köyceğiz Lake area
Distance: ~60–75 km (loop variants)
A classic lake-area loop with long scenic stretches. Best started early; bring enough water.
2) Sweetgum forests loop (K2) – nature ride
Location: Köyceğiz – sweetgum forest areas
Distance: ~30–35 km
A quieter, greener ride that’s great in spring and autumn. Expect a few rolling sections.
3) Yuvarlakçay river loop (K4) – valley ride
Location: Köyceğiz – Yuvarlakçay direction
Distance: ~30–40 km
A scenic valley route with some climbs. Great choice for riders who want shade and cooler air.
4) Trans Ölemez (K3) – Ekincik direction
Location: Sultaniye – Ekincik area
Distance: ~35 km (main loop)
A longer ride toward Ekincik with steady climbing and rewarding views. Plan extra time and water.
5) Trans Sandras (K5) – highland ride
Location: Köyceğiz – Gökçeova / highlands
Distance: ~27 km / ~17 km / ~41 km (connected sections)
A more demanding route family linking upland sections. Suitable for experienced riders and cooler seasons.
Nearby area routes (Dalyan / Ortaca)
6) Dalyan inner connection (C4b) – short town segment
Location: Dalyan town – riverside streets
Distance: ~1.5 km (main connection) • extend to 6–12 km with a town loop
An easy, short in-town segment. You can extend it along the riverside for a relaxed loop with photo stops.
7) Rock Tombs route (O3) – Kaunos area
Location: Dalyan – Kaunos area
Distance: ~39 km (full loop) • can be shortened
A scenic route around Kaunos and the Rock Tombs area. It’s a longer loop, so feel free to turn back early depending on time and conditions.
8) Ortaca “3 beaches” route (O1) – İztuzu / Kargıcak / Aşı Bay
Location: Ortaca – coastal directions
Distance: ~39 km
A longer loop that connects beach viewpoints. Start early and bring water; traffic varies by season.
Note: Distances and timings are approximate and can vary with route choice, weather and road conditions. For safety, use a helmet, lights/reflective elements and carry enough water—especially in warm months.
Source inspiration: Köyceğiz cycling route names and distances are inspired by The EcoTrails route network. View the route map
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