Amazing Journey in the Shadow of Pine Trees

Last weekend our talented author Mehmet Özkaya went an amazing journey for you by his bike. This short tour began in front of his summer house in Gündoğdu in Manavgat and this beautiful tour finished in ‘Aktaş’ (which means White Stone).

Mehmet's bike

As you know, in Mediterranean Region you able to experience four seasons during the week. He takes that as an advantage sunny day, and he wanted to show you Mediterranean’s beauty of pine trees in Antalya.

(The local People gave this name because of huge white Stone at entrance of river. When local fishermen came from the sea the ‘White Stone’ (Aktaş) meets them at the entrance of the river.)

When you are in Aktaş you can drink alcoholic and soft beverages accompanied with magnificent Mediterranean View. Besides you can swim after drink. In My trip I ride through the Gündoğdu Village (‘SunRise’ is the meaning of Gündoğdu).In the village, You will see new structures mostly. Also on the both side of the road you will see farm animals such as goats, sheeps, cow, chicken. Furthermore It is possible to see greenhouses. In these greenhouses local people are producing different kind of vegetables & fruits, and they are selling those products to the local markets in Manavgat.

There is a school and mosque inside the village. After you pass the mosque you will see the first olive oil factory of the area. This factory was found and managed by a local family. They’re stil running an olive oil business, but in a modernised one. After you pass the  factory you will see a crossroads. You have to pick left way to arrive to Aktaş. (If you pick the  right way you will ride through the road and reach to the local graveyard).

When you follow the path on the left you will see the pine and olive trees. If you want you can take a break under the shadow of these wonderful trees. A little after neighbour village of Gündoğdu will welcome you. This village is called  ‘KISALAR’ The Beach of the village is an offical natural protection zone because it is the production area for the logerhead sea turtles (Caretta Caretta). You’ll ride through the beach road. Therefore you may get stuck in the sun if you don’t be carefull. Keep following the road for a while and Aktaş will welcome you.

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Rent a Bike & Enjoy Antalya

Cycling is one of the best modes of transport in environmental, economical, and health terms. It also provides the freedom to enjoy one's holiday, wherever that might happen to be, avoiding the hassles typical of other means of transport. 

Antalya is transforming! Directly in the centre of the city has been created with many paths, pedestrian roads and low traffic streets. With a bicycle, you can relax, enjoy and discover the hidden areas of Antalya. 

As Turkey’s most modern city, in Antalya, pedestrians priority programme is lunched by the Governorship of Antalya in 2011. Within this context, a project was prepared by CEUPA for European UnionLife Long Learning Programme and it was funded by European Commision by the coordination of Turkish National Agency in Minisitry of EU Affairs in 2011.

Antalya Konyaaltı Beach

A bicycle ride is definitely one of the things to do in Antalya.

Antalya Cliffs

Renting a bike, you will see Antalya from another point of view, which will certainly be an unforgettable experience!

Konyaaltı Atatürk Park

Is it possible to rent a roadbike in Antalya?

Yes, it is possible to rent a roadbike in Antalya. 

Here is the best rentals in Antalya:

Trust Rent: 

Phone	:	+90 242 311 80 07
Fax	:	+90 242 311 80 07
GSM	:	+90 532 344 80 63 - +90 549 718 41 98
Address	:	Aspendos Boulevard, No :208 - ANTALYA
Web	:	www.trust.com.tr
Mail	:	info@trust.com.tr

Mavi Bisiklet: 

Address: Zerdalilik quarter, Cebesoy Street., Güneyliler Apartment, A-block 102/9, Işıklar, Antalya 

Mail: bianchi_mehmet@hotmail.com

Phone: +90 242 311 26 30

GSM: +90 532 675 16 37

Web: http://bianchi.clanteam.com/antalyabisiklettur_kiralama.html

Kros Rent: 

Address: Tuzcular Quarter, Paşacamii Street, No: 32, Kaleici (Oldtown) / Antalya

Phone: +90 242 243 22 68

Fax: +90242242 70 17

GSM: +90 532 613 54 13 (24 Hours Open)

Mail: krosrent@krosrent.com

Antalya cycle track

City Bike:

City Bike

You can hire a special 15-man City Bike in Antalya. 

Antalya Cycling City Project

Antalya Cycling City Project is launched in 2011 by Antalya Metropolitan Municipality.

According to this project, as a pilot bike route, starting from the junction Calli, Turgut Reis Avenue, Teomanpaşa Street, and Milli Egemenlik Street.

Main Bike Routes in Antalya:

From the Old Lara Road to Kundu Hotels Region: 

From the Antalya Harbor to the Old Town: 

On these routes, you can ride your bike in favourite areas such as in BeachPark, Glass Pyramid and Culture Park, Konyaaltı Atatürk Park, Karaalioğlu Park.

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