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Things to see in Zonguldak (Turkey): 6 places and when to go
Zonguldak is a city in Turkey with around 157,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 6 places in and around it, mainly Nature (4), Mountains (2), With kids (1). The best known are Gökgöl Cave, Çayırköy Cave and Sofular Cave. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 41.4304, 31.78
- Population
- About 157,000
- Places
- 6 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (4) · Mountains (2) · With kids (1) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- ESB Ankara, 178 km as the crow flies
What to see in Zonguldak
The places in and around Zonguldak, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Zonguldak
The best time to visit Zonguldak is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:19
- FebPossible10:24
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:07
- MayBest time14:20
- JunBest time14:59
- JulPossible14:43
- AugPossible13:40
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:51
- NovPossible9:37
- DecPossible9:01
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01. In April, 6 of the 6 places are at their best.
When to go to Turkey in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Zonguldak
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB, Ankara), 178 km as the crow flies. How to get around Turkey (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Bartın6 places61 km
- Karabük5 places73 km
- Adapazarı13 places137 km
- Kastamonu13 places167 km
- İzmit14 places171 km
And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Zonguldak?
The best known: Gökgöl Cave, Çayırköy Cave, Sofular Cave, Zonguldak Lighthouse, Göl Dağı. In all, 6 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Zonguldak?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01.
How do you get to Zonguldak?
The nearest main airport is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 178 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Zonguldak as the destination and these 6 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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