ERDEK

Erdek, a county of Balıkesir, is an attractive tourism centre with its ancient cities, open-air museum, sandy beaches and crystal clear sea.

It was known as Artake in ancient times. Artake experienced the rule of the Milets, Hellens, Romans and Byzantines in 7th century B.C. Artake was conquered by Süleyman Pasha, son of Orhan Ghazi in 1339, and was dominated by Ottomans.

Climate

Summers are hot and dry while winters are mild and rainy.

How to Go

It is possible to arrive Erdek by road and sea.

Bus Station Tel: +90 266 835 23 01
Where to Visit
MUSEUMS


Erdek Open Air Museum


It was founded in 1948. The remains from Hellenistic and Roman Period, excavated in Kyzikos Ancient City, are exhibited in this museum such as the statue of Aphrodite, columns and column heads of the Hadrianus Temple, an obelisk, tombs, inscriptions, grave steles, relieves, tablets and mosaic pieces.



Kyzikos (Belkıs) Ancient City

It was an important art centre during the Roman period. Located at the meeting point of the Kapıdağ Peninsula and the Anatolian Coast, it is a partly standing ancient city founded by the Milets. It is one of the oldest Ion cities. The ruins of the city spread on an area of 11 sq. km. The vaulted base and the architectural parts of Hadrianus Temple that are scattered among these ruins give hints about the splendour of the city in the Roman Period.


SPORTS ACTIVITIES

Boat trips and Bicycle tours are available along the coast of the Kapıdağ Peninsula. The forest of Kapıdağ offers opportunities for nature trekking and land hunting.

Don't Leave Without

Visiting Erdek Open-Air Museum,

Seeing Kyzikos Ancient City,

Taking a trip by boat along the coast of the Kapıdağ Peninsula.