A wooden walkway between the green rock walls of Horma Canyon

KASTAMONU · WESTERN BLACK SEA

Take it slow.
You’re in Kastamonu.

Listen to the forest, follow the water, discover the city’s stories. A journey to remember starts here.

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PINARBAŞIHorma Canyon

One city. A world of discoveries.

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YOUR KIND OF JOURNEY

Where do you feel like being?

A forest trail, an old street or a stretch of coast. Start wherever feels like you.

Ilıca Waterfall
Ilıca Waterfall
FORESTS · CANYONS · WATERFALLS

Less city noise. More nature.

Walk between canyon walls and pause in the cool air of a waterfall. In Kastamonu’s protected landscapes, every turn brings another view.

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Kastamonu from the Clock Tower
Kastamonu from the Clock Tower
CASTLE · MANSIONS · STREETS

Every street has a story to tell.

From the shadow of the castle to historic streets, mansions and the bazaar. Get to know Kastamonu on foot, at your own pace.

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Cide coast
Cide coast
CİDE · COAST · SEA AIR

A little Black Sea at the end of the road.

Head for the coast and take a break by the sea in Cide. Find beaches and nearby stops on the map to add some sea air to your journey.

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THE EXPLORER’S NOTEBOOK

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MORE THAN A DAY TRIP

You’ll want to stay a little longer.

Explore by day, discover local flavours by evening. Find somewhere to stay and choose your next stop. Make the journey your own.

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Get to know the local tableLocal flavours and Kastamonu cuisine Wake up somewhere newExplore places to stay Find your next stopAn interactive map and your favourite places

A CLOSER LOOK AT NATURE

Worth protecting. Worth discovering.

National Park Nature Park Natural Monument Nature Conservation Area Wildlife Development Area Wetland

Take home memories. Leave no trace. Visit responsibly

Welcome and discovery photographs: real Kastamonu landscapes. Photographers and sources