A lake village surrounded by forested mountains, with wooden houses and a mosque by the water.
Address: Uzungöl, 61960 Çaykara/Trabzon
Uzungöl, the "Long Lake", formed when a landslide dammed the Haldizen stream in a deep valley of the Pontic Mountains. Wooden houses, a white-stone mosque by the water and steep green slopes give it a classic alpine look.
In recent years it has become one of the most popular destinations in Turkey for visitors from the Gulf, drawn by its cool summers, mist and green mountains. Hotels and bungalows now line the slopes around the lake.
May to October; July and August are busiest.
Early morning for mist on the water and fewer crowds.
Rain is common even in summer; bring a light jacket.
Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.
About 100 km, around 1h45 to 2 hours by road.
A day trip is possible, but staying a night lets you see the misty morning.
Yes, restaurants serve Turkish food, including fresh trout from the lake streams.
