Karaca: Pine Trees and Cycling Routes

Karaca is surrounded by pine trees and lies within the specially protected Gökova environmental area. Cycling routes, fishing trips and traces of history in the surrounding area are also part of the town’s character. Nature, outdoor activities, water-based pursuits and cultural history come together as different themes for a holiday. When looking for a holiday apartment, you can first consider what you want your stay to focus on: cycling tours, coastal activities or the historical background of the area.

Pine Trees, Gökova and Yearly Comparison

The protected Gökova setting and the pine trees give Karaca a distinct connection to nature. On average over the year, the average temperature in Karaca is 3–4°C lower than in Marmaris; this comparison is not a weather forecast for your specific travel dates. The comparison refers to the course of the year and is not a weather forecast for your specific travel dates. Comparing Karaca with Marmaris therefore provides a year-round point of reference, but not a forecast for any particular month.

Cycling: Distances and Elevation Profiles

A 13-kilometre road between Karaca and the Marmaris–Muğla highway can be cycled. Check local conditions before setting out, as road conditions may vary seasonally. Two cycling routes are also listed with specific distances and elevation gains and losses.

The Çamlı–Karaca–Çamlı cycling route is listed as 28 km long, with 567 metres of elevation gain and 572 metres of elevation loss. The Karacasöğüt–Bayır–Karaca–Karacasöğüt cycling route is listed as 29 km, with 676 metres of elevation gain and 673 metres of elevation loss. The second route is therefore only one kilometre longer, but has 109 metres more elevation gain and 101 metres more elevation loss. When planning your cycling days, you can weigh the route length and elevation profile separately.

Coast, Fishing and Sailing

The coast offers several activities. Fishing boats in Karaca organise daily fishing trips; check locally whether trips are available during your stay. The Gökova Sailing Club operates in Karaca. If you are interested in taking part, ask in advance about options for guests.

Facilities on the Karaca coast provide electricity and water. For current information about berth availability and supplies, check locally.

Ruins and Local Produce

Most of the ruins in the area around Karaca date from the Hellenistic period. The Karacasöğüt–Bayır–Karaca–Karacasöğüt cycling route lists the rock tombs, cisterns, city walls and harbour walls of the ancient city of Amnistos as attractions. Rock tombs and cisterns are different types of architectural remains from city and harbour walls; the route brings together several kinds of ancient remains as attractions. Local produce from Karaca includes tomatoes, peaches and strawberries.

Discover more destinations: Akarca, Ölüdeniz Municipality, Ortaca, Boğaziçi, Çandır, Mergenli, Selimiye, Döseme.

See the main travel overview: Muğla.