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Tekirdağ Atatürk Forest

Tekirdag  >  Turkey

A peaceful coastal forest on the edge of Tekirdağ, with shady paths and lively bird activity throughout the year. Great for relaxed birding in pine woods.

Ajouté* par Osman Tufekci
Dernière actualisation 27 novembre 2025
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Description

Tekirdağ Atatürk Ormanı is a calm and pleasant forest area just outside the city of Tekirdağ, offering a mix of pine woods, scattered bushes, small clearings, and shaded walking paths. This combination of habitats makes it an easy and enjoyable place to watch birds throughout the year.

In spring and summer, the forest comes alive with species like Moineau domestique, Étourneau sansonnet, Tourterelle turque and Mésange charbonnière. Migrant birds such as Pinson des arbres, Traquet oreillard, or Pouillot fitis may also pass through during the migration seasons. In winter, the quieter months still offer regular sightings of Moineau friquet, Tarier pâtre and flocks of Chardonneret élégant feeding in the open areas. The surrounding sky is also good for spotting raptors like Buse variable or Épervier d'Europe circling above the trees.

What makes Atatürk Ormanı special is its peaceful atmosphere. It’s close to the city but feels quiet and natural, with long shaded paths that make birding comfortable even on warm days. Whether you want a short morning walk or a longer, relaxed outing, this forest provides an easy and rewarding birding experience.

Détails

Accès

Atatürk Ormanı is located on the western side of Tekirdağ and is easy to reach from the city centre. You can get there by car in just a few minutes, and there is usually enough space to park along the forest entrance or on nearby side roads. Press P on the map for directions.

Public transport also works well. Several local buses heading toward the western districts stop close to the park, from where you can walk into the forest in about 5–10 minutes.

The best way to explore the area is definitely on foot. The forest has wide, easy walking paths and gentle slopes, making it suitable for all levels. For a relaxed birding visit, plan to spend 1–2 hours, though you can easily stay longer if you want to explore deeper into the trees or wait for more activity.

Terrain et Habitat

Forêt , Parc , Ville/village

Conditions

Plat

Boucle

Oui

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Saison idéale pour observer

Toute l'année

Meilleure période pour une visite

Migration printanière , Migration automnale

Itinéraire

Route pavée , Sentier large

Niveau de difficulté de l'itinéraire

Facile

Accessible via

A pied

Observatoire/hutte d'observation

Non

Informations supplémentaires

Early morning is the best time to visit, as the forest is quiet and birds are most active. The area is also good for short walks and photography, with plenty of shaded spots to stop and listen for calls. In spring, you may hear different warbler species singing from the bushes, while in autumn mixed flocks of Chardonneret élégant and Pinson des arbres often move through the trees.

There are no facilities inside the forest, so bringing water is a good idea, especially on warm days. The paths are well-marked and easy to follow, making it a comfortable place for beginners as well as more experienced birders.

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