Bingol is an eastern Anatolian province ringed by mountains and named after the highland lakes around it. Its best known natural feature is the peat islands at Golyeri in Solhan district, which shift position with the wind, alongside the long-used hot springs at Ilicalar. Turkish Airlines and AJet fly direct from Istanbul and Ankara, and the flight from Istanbul takes about 2 hours. Most of a visit spreads out to the districts and the highland roads rather than the city centre.
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See flights to Bingöl →When to visit Bingöl
June to September is the best stretch for the highlands and the floating islands, when the roads are open. The ski season at Hesarek runs from December to March. Winters are harsh and snowy, and access to the higher ground can close.
Things to do in Bingöl
The floating islands of Solhan
See the peat islands at Golyeri that drift with the wind, and walk the shore around the lake.
The Kral Kizi reservoir
Walk beside the reservoir set into a narrow valley and follow the ridge roads for views over the water.
The Hesarek ski centre
Ski the runs at this centre close to the city in winter, and use the same tracks for walking in summer.
The Ilicalar hot springs
Soak in the thermal pools at the hot springs in the district and wander the village roads around them.
The Serafettin range highlands
Drive the highland roads that open in summer and stop on the flats where nomad tents are pitched.
Bingol honey
Buy honey gathered from highland flowers straight from producers and visit the beekeeping villages.
Flights from Turkey to Bingöl
Bingol is served by Bingol Airport (BGG), about 8 km from the city centre, reached in about 15 minutes by airport shuttle or taxi. There are direct flights from Istanbul and Ankara, and Solhan is about 55 km from the centre.
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Which airport serves Bingol and how do I reach the city?
Flights land at Bingol Airport (BGG), about 8 km from the centre, reached in about 15 minutes by airport shuttle or taxi.
Where in Turkiye are there direct flights to Bingol from?
Turkish Airlines and AJet fly direct from Istanbul and Ankara. The flight from Istanbul takes about 2 hours.
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