History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
It is a registered forest recreation and recreation park on the Gerze coastal highway, where centuries-old red pine trees embrace the deep blue Black Sea. The park, which blends the iodine-scented breeze blowing from the sea with the resin scent of the pine forest, has been the most spacious rest stop for Gerze residents and Black Sea travelers for decades. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is located in a gently sloping pine grove overlooking the sea, at an altitude of approximately 30 meters. Natural stony beaches and viewing slopes extend along the coastline. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Entrance to the recreation area is free.•Visiting Hours and Days (Mandatory): Open 7 days a week between 08:00 - 21:00.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: Wooden picnic tables and paths are stroller friendly. To avoid the risk of forest fire, barbecues should only be lit in dedicated stoves.•Facilities and Facilities:Picnic tables, barbecue areas, children's playground, WC, country casino and fountains. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:On Samsun-Sinop Highway, İdemli Location, Gerze / Sinop.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is 10 km away from the center of Gerze; There is direct vehicle access from the double-lane double asphalt coastal highway.•Actual Public Transportation Information (Mandatory): All buses and minibuses operating between Sinop-Samsun and Gerze-Yakakent stop in front of the park.•Parking Availability:There is a shaded parking area for 150 vehicles within the forest park. Best Photo Spots and Frames•Best Photo Spots and Frames:The deep blue sea view and sunset silhouettes visible through the pine trees.•Light and Shooting Hours:Early mornings and evenings after 17:00 are the most peaceful shooting times.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:Fresh Gerze simit and nokulu should be consumed with tea in a samovar under pine trees.