Season : October – May
Best Season : December 10 – May 10

The duration of the skiing season is 150 days a year. The altitude in the skiing area of Palandöken is 2200-3176 m and the most suitable skiing conditions are between 10 December and 10 May. The average snow fall is 2-3 m in normal winter conditions. Due to the climate the quality of the snow is “powdery” all through the season.

This center has a sufficient number of suitable skiing slopes for Alpine skiing, ski touring, cross country and heliskiing. Guides are available for these activities.

Palandöken is an attractive ski resort rising from the authentic atmosphere of Erzurum, a historical town in Eastern Anatolia. The mountain, which is covered with snow for five months of the year, boast Turkey’s longest and widest range of pastes. The blend of challenging skiing and beautiful mountain views makes for an exhilarating skiing holiday.

Although skiing is the main attraction of the area, non-skiers will still benefit from the apres-ski entertainment, the clear, mountain air and the beautiful views of the surrounding scenery.

Located on the northern slopes of the Palandöken Mountain in the Eastern Anatolia Region, southwest of the town of Erzurum. The distance between the center and Erzurum is 5 km and takes 10 minutes by car. The nearest airport is 20 minutes away. Transportation by plane to Erzurum is advised. Turkish Airlines has shuttle from the airport to the city and the ski resort hotels has bus services from the city to Palandöken.

Qualified skiing instructors and equipment for hire are available.

Palandöken ski center has a sufficient number of suitable skiing slopes for Alpine skiing, ski touring, cross-country and heliskiing.
Located on the northern slopes of the Palandöken Mountain in the Eastern Anatolia Region, southwest of the town of Erzurum.

Palandöken Ski Center is equipped with 3 chairlifts, 1 T bar and a tele-cabin (3 km). The center has first aid facilities and a rural clinic. The slopes and mechanical equipment are under surveillance of experts.

LIFTS & SKI SLOPES
Vertical drop : 900 m / 2,950 feet
Lifts : 4 ( 3 chairs, 1 surface)
Chairlifts : 3
T bars : 1

GONDOL TELE CABIN Level : 1165m, Length : 3200m, Capacity : 1500p/h
BEDEN TERBIYESI CHAIR LIFT Level : 1200m, Length : 3237m, Capacity : 300p/h
CONNECTION LIFT CHAIR LIFT Level : 45m, Length : 840m, Capacity : 900p/h
INEXPERIENCED LIFT CHAIR LIFT Level : 42m, Length : 320m, Capacity : 900p/h
BABY LIFT TOW – BAR Level : 25m, Length : 200m, Capacity : 300p/h
TELESKI TOW – BAR Level : 100m, Length : 800m, Capacity : 650p/h
SOUTH LIFT CHAIR LIFT Level : 487m, Length : 1528m, Capacity : 800p/h
VALLEY LIFT CHAIR LIFT Level : 225m, Length : 1200m, Capacity : 800p/h
DRAGON LIFT CHAIR LIFT Level : 597m, Length : 1778m, Capacity : 938p/h
SNOW TUBING Level : 47m, Length : 350m, Capacity : 180p/h

TRACKS
Palandöken skiing center has 22 snow tracks, and two of them are declared by FIS as Olympic ones in 1967-83 reg. number.
Easy Track N.8
Medium Level Track N.8
High Level Track N.2
Road Track N.4

Dragon Track
Distance 1075m
Down Level 3100m
Up Level 2720m
Altitude 380m

South Track (Kapıkaya)
Distance 510m
Down Level 3100m
Up Level 2025m
Altitude 1075m

SKIING LESSONS & SKI RENTAL
Qualified skiing instructors and equipment for hire are available.
You may take private skiing lessons.
You may hire skiing stuff.

SHOPPING
There are several shops at the hotels offering different kinds of products for skiers.

CLIMATE : Continental
WIND DIRECTION : South, West
SKIING SEASONS : 6 months
ALTITUDE : 3188 meters /10453 feet
SKI AREAS : Between 2150-3100 m /7050-10164 feet altitude
INFRASTRUCTURE : Available in sonem parts (Hinis Passing)
PHYSICAL PLAN : Under-preparation
PROPOSED BED CAPACITY : 6000 Beds
LIFTS : 2 lifts with a total capacity of 1100 person/hour

ACCOMMODATION
You may find a preferred hotel from our selection below to accommodate while your visit to Palandöken Ski Center.
PALAN HOTEL – 4*
HOTEL DEDEMAN – 4*
POLAT RENAISSANCE – 5*

Home to many international ski competitions, Palandöken ski resort in Eastern Turkey is one of Turkey’s best ski destinations, with its superb snow conditions, long runs and excellent facilities and accommodation options. Palandöken is situated on the northern slopes of the mountain which shares the same name and has an altitude in excess of 9,842 feet.

The resort village of Palandöken is situated at 7,218 feet and has commendable facilities including a ski school with highly qualified instructors, ski and snowboard equipment hire, first-aid station and a clinic. In addition, several of the hotels here have ski shops with an array of skiing merchandise for sale.

Palandöken receives a massive annual snow fall of around eight feet and there are 25 miles of well-groomed pastes in Palandöken and a 2,952-foot vertical, with three chairlifts and a t-bar providing slope access at a rate of 1,100 people per hour.

There are several ski-in/ski-out hotels at Palandöken ski resort that offer fantastic wellness and apres-ski facilities. The mid-mountain ski-in/ski-out Dedeman Hotel also comes with its own chairlift which residents can use for free. If you can’t find a room at the village, the town of Erzurum has many more accommodation options as well as lively bars and restaurants.

Away from the slopes and not far from Palandöken ski resort is the popular and historical town of Erzurum, which boasts a historical district and a modern city with tree-lined boulevards and grand buildings. Sights to look out for are the Seljuk buildings, 12th-century Ulu Mosque and the Çifte Minareli Medrese, a double minaret masterpiece.

Palandöken ski resort’s ski season extends from October to May and it has quality snow conditions throughout most of the season; cheaper rates can be had in October. Flying to Erzurum from Istanbul and taking a taxi is the most convenient means of transport to Palandöken.

SKIING
Situated on the awesome Palandöken Mountain near Erzurum, Palandöken ski resort is a very accessible ski destination in remote Eastern Turkey, boasting numerous quality slopes and some enviable powder snow. Palandöken is well known among professional skiers and as a result it has excellent accommodation and services.

The 25 miles of slopes at Palandöken ski resort are some of the longest in Turkey and boast some spectacular terrain. The pastes mainly appeal to intermediate and experienced skiers and snowboarders, but there is also plenty of opportunity for all levels as well as cross-country terrain. Four ski lifts traverse the 2,952-foot vertical to supply the slopes a rate of up to 1,100 people per hour.

Alternative winter activities at Palandöken ski resort include Alpine skiing, ski touring and heliskiing, while various hotels at the village are well-equipped with wellness facilities such as Turkish baths, saunas, heated swimming pools and fitness centres. The hotels also provide apres-ski and nearby Erzurum has numerous restaurants and bars.

Palandöken ski resort has all the usual ski-related services and facilities including a ski school, lots of ski shops with rentals and repairs, and a clinic and first-aid centre. There are hundreds of beds available at the slopes in top notch hotels and chalets, while Erzurum and the surrounding villages have a bed base in excess of 6,000.

Cheaper prices can be found in October and November during the October to May ski season at Palandöken ski resort. The most practical travel option for getting to Palandöken and away is to fly to Erzurum via Istanbul and transfer to the resort by taxi or bus.

TRANSPORT
Located in Eastern Turkey more than 620 miles east of Istanbul, Palandöken ski resort is fortunate in being near to the city of Erzurum, which is the transport hub for eastern Turkey. Traveling by road, rail and air to Palandöken ski resort is possible, but flying to Erzurum and then transferring by bus or taxi to the resort is the most practical option.

Driving from Istanbul to Erzurum to Palandöken ski resort is a 2-day journey via the O4, D-200 and D-100 highways. If you have three days to spare, you could take the train to Istanbul and tackle the onward rail journey to Erzurum, which takes another 24 hours.

The only real option for getting to Palandöken from Istanbul a 90-minute flight to Erzurum airlines. Shuttles and taxis run to the city, from where various hotel buses are waiting to take you to the resort. If you are driving, take the D-100 six miles southeast to Erzurum, from where the D-950 heads southwest towards Palandöken ski resort.

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Antalya 55 km, Antalya Airport 65 km.

ROOMS
1 suite and 13 normal bedrooms all with hot water, central heating and telephone.

HOTEL
The Motel has a Restaurant capacity of 160 person, Disco and Bar for 250 person, Game room for 50 person.
400 pairs of skis and 50 snowboards are available for hire.
Coffee Shop, Bar / Lounge, Central Heating, Direct- Dial Phone, A la Carte.
The Motel has a Restaurant capacity of 160 person, Disco and Bar for 250 person, Game room for 50 person.

BAKIRLI SKI LIFT
Length : 840 m
Starting Height : 1890 m
Finishing Height : 2130 m
Height Difference : 240 m
Time to go up : 5 minutes
Average Inclination : %40-%45

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Season : November 15 – April 15
Best Season : December 20 – March 20

The best snow conditions during the five-month ski season are between December and March, while cheaper rates can be had on weekdays in November and April.

Sarıkamış ski center is located near Sarıkamış, 60 km from Kars in Eastern Turkey. The nearest airport is 50 km away.

Sarıkamış, “Turkey’s Insburg”, which has got one of the longest skiing pastes of the World, is 50 km from Kars Airport. The duration of the skiing season is 120 days a year. The altitude in the skiing area of Sarıkamış is 2200-2634 m and covered by pine forest. The almost suitable skiing conditions are between 20 December and 20 March. The average snow fall is 1.5 m in normal winter conditions.

One of the most important characteristics that distinguishes Sarıkamış from other pastes is the type of the snow and its natural beauties. The crystal snow, which is extremely convenient for skiing sport and found only in the Alps, is found in Sarıkamış. Although the most part of the year is sunny, the snow remains the same as the first day and gives the skiers the pleasure of skiing in safety. We say ‘in safety’ because there is no risk of avalanche in Sarıkamış.

Since the pastes are surrounded by the Scotch pine Forests, they are also guarded against the wind. Sarıçam Skiing Facilities, which is located very closed to Hotel Çamkar, is the largest skiing facility of Turkey and the third of the World with its computer equipped telesiege system with the capacity of 2400 pax per hour.

First lap is 2400m long and has an ideal slope for the beginners. There are 4 pastes in the second lap which has the length of 2200m. When you complete the piste of 7 km surrounded by Scotch pine forests, you will have completed the longest piste of Turkey.

In Cıbıltepe, which has the altitude of 2700 m, there are 2 laps with 5 pastes with suitable difficulty levels for all skiers. First lap is 2400 m long and has an ideal slope for the beginners. There are 4 pastes in the second lap which has the length of 2200 m. When you complete the piste of 7 km surrounded by Scotch pine forests, you will have completed the longest piste of Turkey.

Sarıkamış and the surrounding have suitable conditions for Alpine skiing, ski touring and cross country skiing. This center is equipped with 2 chairlifts and 1 T bar. Qualified skiing instructors and equipment for hire are available. The center has first aid facilities and mechanical equipment are under surveillance of experts. Accommodations can be booked through us.

LIFTS & SKI SLOPES
Vertical drop: 2,250 m/ 7,380 ‘
Lifts:1 with a capacity of 1800 person/hour

SKIING LESSONS & SKI RENTAL
Qualified skiing instructors and equipment for hire are available.
You may take private skiing lessons. Average rate is US $24.-/One hour.
You may hire skiing stuff. Average rate is US $8.-

SHOPPING
There is shop at the hotel offering different kinds of products for skiers.

CLIMATE : Continental
WIND DIRECTION : South, West
SKIING SEASONS : 5 months (November 15th – April 15th)
ALTITUDE : 2634 meters / 8636 feet
SKI AREAS : Between 2100-2634 m /6885-8636 feet
INFRASTRUCTURE : Available
PHYSICAL PLAN : Existing
PROPOSED BED CAPACITY : 2665 Beds
LIFTS : 1 lift with a total capacity of 1800 person/hour

Traditionally a hunting ground, Sarıkamış is an interesting yet small ski resort that is noted for its variety of tree-lined runs, Turkey’s longest piste and exceptional Alpine snow quality throughout the season. Located near the town of Kars in northeastern Turkey, Sarıkamış is an inexpensive ski destination which boasts quality accommodation.

Sarıkamış ski resort’s village is situated at 7,218 feet above sea level and there are well-qualified ski and snowboard instructors available to help you improve your skills and ski and snowboard equipment hire as well as retail and first-aid facilities.

There are nine pastes at Sarıkamış ski resort, each at different levels of the mountain. They are geared to all levels of skier and snowboarder ability and range from a few hundred feet in length to over one mile, while the four-mile run here is Turkey’s longest. Supplying the slopes are two chairlifts and one t-bar at a rate of over 1,800 people per hour.

There are four hotels with a total of over 1,000 beds available at Sarıkamış ski resort, with Hotel Çamkar being particularly noted for its quality ski instructors and convenient ski lift. There is not much in the way of apres-ski entertainment at Sarıkamış ski resort, but the town and nearby Kars have additional options for both nightlife and accommodation.

Sarıkamış ski resort’s ski season runs from mid-November to mid-April and has its best snow between December and March, while discounts are available at the beginning and end of the season. The most convenient travel option for getting to Sarıkamış is to fly to Kars and then take the bus.

SKIING
Sarıkamış Ski Resort located in northeast Turkey, has the longest piste in the country and also boasts consistent crystal snow, usually only seen at ski destinations in the Alps. The skiing and snowboarding is through pine forests and the views and scenery are incredible, while the resort is well equipped with good facilities and accommodation options here are reasonable.

Nine pastes are available for skiers and snowboarders including everyone from learners to experienced sliders. The pastes rise to altitudes over 8,530 feet above sea level and include Turkey’s longest at a whopping four miles. Additionally, cross-country skiing is also available at Sarıkamış.

Three ski lifts including a t-bar and two chairlifts provide slope access for nearly 2,000 people per hour.

For those who also enjoy non-piste skiing and snowboarding, ski touring, Alpine skiing and horse-driven sleigh rides are available, while saunas and other wellness facilities are available at the hotels, as is the bulk of apres-ski entertainment.

For a small resort, Sarıkamış comes with commendable facilities including quality equipment hire, a ski and snowboard shop, first-aid station and qualified ski and snowboard instructors, while over 1,000 beds are available at four hotels on the slopes and another 2,500 in nearby Kars.

TRANSPORT
Sarıkamış Ski Resort is 900 miles east of Istanbul and more than 620 miles east of Ankara in the region of Kars, northeast Turkey. Although there are alternative travel options for getting to and from Sarıkamış that involve driving, trains and buses, flying to Kars and transferring by car or bus is the most convenient and feasible option.

If you intend on driving to Sarıkamış Ski Resort from Istanbul’s Atatürk International Airport, you will have to allow two days traveling time. The route goes via Ankara on the O4 motorway, from where the D-200 highway travels east to Altköy and the D-100 and D-080 continue on towards Sarıkamış.
Trains run from Istanbul to Sarıkamış via Ankara, Sivas and Erzurum, but the journey is arduous. Despite being one of the cheapest ways of reaching the resort, traveling by bus or train is not comfortable or fast.

Flying both to Istanbul and onto Erzurum or Kars is the best and fastest option. Istanbul receives many carriers and daily flights, and there are frequent services to Kars and Erzurum. Either airport offer bus transfers to Sarıkamış Ski Resort or you can drive yourself. Kars airport is 40 miles northeast of Sarıkamış, while Erzurum is 90 miles.

Taking a domestic flight to either Kars or Erzurum from Istanbul and then traveling to the resort by bus is the most practical way to get to Sarıkamış.

ROOMS
67 total rooms, 188 total beds, 5 suites, 62 standard rooms. Mountain view is available.

Room Facilities
Direct dial telephone, television, satellite tv, shower, wc, telephone in bathroom.

HOTEL
Central heating, tv corner, game room, internet connection, safety box at reception, power generator, parking without fee.

FOOD & BEVERAGES
Full board, breakfast lounge, snow bar. 1 open buffet indoor restaurant (200 pax). Turkish Cuisine.

SPORTS & RECREATION
Sauna, table tennis, billiards, disco, jogging, ski field, winter sports, extreme sports.

MEETING
1 meeting room (100 max. capacity). Overhead projector, screen, microphone, television, fax.

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ROOMS
55 Rooms, 130 beds, 8 suits. Special rooms for disabled people.
In all rooms central heating, direct telephone, mini bar, TV.

HOTEL
24 hours rooms service, secretarial services, laundry, parking, Internet office, barber, doctor, minishop.

RESTAURANT
All special meals of the world kitchens have been presented to your taste of palate.

SNOW BAR
Cherry hours which you’ll spend with your family and friends are so close to you.

ENTERTAINMENT
You have fun with your family in our disco bar to the accompaniment of live music. It’s one of the most quality places to have a memorable night for our guests.

SKI COURSE
With helping our skiing education team who all are certificated and expert, you will race with the wind in short time

SPA
Our indoor hot swimming pool and sauna which is regarded for all hygiene conditions have been presented to our visitors who want to have comfort of peak.

MEETING
Special organizations needs care. Our meeting saloons with 200 and 650 people capacity have high technology sound, image and lighting systems for your conferences, congress, with meal or music meetings, balls, cocktails. With our educated meeting coordinators; cinevision, mobile screens, stereo equipment, office equipments, lighting have been presented to service for our visitors. Erciyes Saloon 500 m2, Zirve Saloon 250 m2, V.I.P. Saloon 80 m2

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Capacity
115 total rooms, 3 suites, 19 connected rooms, 35 double bed rooms, 45 triple bed rooms, 13 family rooms. Mountain view is available.

General Facilities
Central air condition and heating, game room, internet cafe, play station, hairdresser, laundry, dry cleaning, safety box at reception with charge, market, photo shop, boutique, doctor on demand, parking without fee, some credit cards accepted, rent a car.

Room Facilities
Direct dial telephone, minibar, satellite tv, shower, bathtub, hair dryer.

Sports & Recreation
Heated (indoor) swimming pool, Turkish bath, sauna, massage, jacuzzi in pool, fitness center, beauty center, night club, children’s playground, snow board, ski school, ski rental, skidoo, bigfoot, some of them due to fee.

Meeting & Congress
4 meeting rooms . Fully equipment.

Location
Bursa city center 36 km, first aid medical center 100 m. Yenişehir Airport 65 km. On the mountain, Open all year.

Dining
All inclusive in winter seasons, grilling outside, lobby bar, snack bar, vitamin bar. 1 main restaurant (350 pax). International Cuisine.

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ROOMS
160 rooms, 500 beds (Each room 28 – 32 m2).
2 French Bed (two-persons), 1 sofa, satellite Tv, direct phone, safe box, hair dryer, hot water, wc, bath, central heating

DINING
Restaurant (500 pax)

HOTEL
Lobby – Bar, Mini Market, Butik, Book Store, Internet
Meeting Room
Indoor Pool, Jacuzzi, Sauna, Fitness Center
Indoor Parking
Rental Ski Room, Ski Training
Billiard, Video Game, Mini Club, Tv Room

Ski Courses : 12
Total Ski Runs : 20 km
Lifts : 11 Lifts a total capacity of 6000 person/hour (2 chair lift, 6 ski lift, 3 baby lift)

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