Kerpe, a charming holiday town with its forests and blue flag beaches, is located approximately 2 hours from Istanbul.. The fact that Kerpe is so close to Istanbul is both its greatest luck and its biggest misfortune, this is exactly why we say Kerpe is good but its surroundings are bad..
So many people come from Istanbul and surrounding cities during the summer months that you cannot find a place to throw your towel on the beach.. If the crowd will not disturb you; sounds of children, people trying to play volleyball on the beach, barbecue smoke, etc.. If you say you can go to the sea and sunbathe, of course, you can go in the summer.. However, if you are going to relax like us, we recommend that you go in the spring.. It is not necessary for us to swim in the sea, it is enough to sit on the beach calmly, but if you are one of those who want to swim in the sea, the sea will be warm enough to swim in September.. If you are going to come in the summer, but if you have the opportunity, come at least during the week.
We loved Kerpe, so we made our warnings for you.. Sin is gone from us, now it’s up to you to go at the right time and have a nice holiday in Kerpe.. Of course, our recommendations are not that much; You can find all the details about our holiday and other information you need in our article.
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Kerpe Beaches and Bays
Now it is impossible not to come to Kerpe and not swim, so let’s start with the places where you can swim in Kerpe. Of course we still want to think that you don’t go on the weekend in the middle of summer because we love you. You have to risk getting a little cold, but when you see that perfect sea, you will feel cold.. Yes, after giving so much gas, let’s say we didn’t go to the sea but we went to all the beaches. We took our chairs and sat down against the view and read our book.. You see, everywhere was ours. After all, the Black Sea is a sea for watching, not swimming, let me watch those waves for hours.
Kerpe Beach & Kerpe Public Beach
This beach in the center offers Kerpe. One of the most important factors that make it so popular. If you ask why, Kerpe public beach is not affected by the North winds because it is in a natural bay.. So in Turkish; If you didn’t know, you wouldn’t even realize that this beach is in the Black Sea.. It is clean and suitable for swimming in all summer months.. It has a very shallow sea, which looks nice but can be boring for good swimmers; You walk 20-30 meters, the water still does not go past your knees. Since it is a public beach, the prices of sunbeds and umbrellas are quite affordable, of course, if you can find it.. If you can find a space to put your towel, let alone a sun lounger in that crowd, you are lucky.
Sosyete Beach
Sosyete Beach, which is right next to Kerpe Public Beach, belongs to a private business and its prices are slightly higher.. Therefore, it is a little quieter, so when you say calm, don’t expect it to be empty, just not as crowded as the public beach.. This is an artificial beach, but the result is sand.. It is also very clean and well-run.
Kerpe Diem Beach
Now when you hear its name, don’t think of beaches where music is played.. Friendly place in a slightly more isolated location from Kerpe beach, Kerpe Diem. Of course, this place is also crowded in the season, but you can be sure that the level will be a little higher.. The beach is sandy and has all kinds of possibilities.. At the same time, there is a cafe and restaurant section, as you can see, it is a place where you can spend your whole day.. If we evaluate the prices according to its location and environment, we can say that it is reasonable.. Restaurant and cafe section is a bit troublesome; I also told about it in the eating and drinking section.
Women’s Beach & Miço Bay
Miço Bay is one of the most beautiful bays of Kerpe, even the Black Sea, although the sea is a bit mossy. We wouldn’t be exaggerating. Men who went in 2015 and before are lucky. Because Miço Bay was made a Women’s Beach by Kocaeli municipality in 2016.. Although out of the centre, it’s not too far. Boys under the age of 8 are not allowed in here.
Omerağzı (Omarağzı) Bay
There is nothing more magnificent than the combination of the sea and the forest.. Ömerağzı Bay is exactly such a place, even looking at its photo gives you peace of mind.. A turquoise sea, a natural cove that is closed on both sides, the bottom of the sea is predominantly sand and the back of the beach is forest. We were saying what more would a person want, when he left, we learned that he wanted a barbecue.. In Ömerağzı Bay, a great crowd passes with the atmosphere of a fair, together with the high season barbecue smoke and the sounds of music.
Paşaağzı Bay
A business on this beach between Kerpe Public Beach and Ömerağzı Bay no but nearby market etc.. there is. It is also very close to the center of Kerpe.. During crowded periods, first the Kerpe coast fills up, and then those who cannot find a place there come to Paşaağzı Bay.
Old Kerpe Cape
This bay, which is about 10 minutes from the center of Kerpe, is where you can see the Kerpe cliffs in the best way. one of the places. Although it is rocky, there are also beautiful areas where you can swim in the sea.. If you follow our recommendations and come in the spring, what you should take with you; chair, thermos with tea and book. The only bad thing in Old Kerpe Cape; As if A-101 and BİM were sponsors here, wherever you turn you see either an A-101 or BİM bag.
Places to Visit in Kerpe
Other than the beaches, places to visit are a bit limited, Kerpe is not a very big place anyway.. Still, there are places you should definitely see.
Kerpe Cliffs & Eagle Cliffs
A place that we can describe as a sculpture created by the fierce waves and wind of the Black Sea on the cliffs; Eagle Cliffs. It is very close to Kerpe public beach, you can easily reach it on foot.. Definitely do not come back to Kerpe without seeing this view.. There are also those who have barbecues and jump off the rocks and swim in the sea, but don’t be afraid, these rocks are really dangerous… well, I can swim well.. For example, you can hit your head on a sharp rock and have a brain hemorrhage, or if you’re lucky, you can break your neck and be paralyzed. .. Do not exaggerate, we will enter without skipping.. Yes it makes sense, but have you ever heard of the “drawing stream”? Also known as rip current. Since the Kerpe cliffs do not stay in the bay, a pulling current occurs here. If you ask the specialist, the current that draws; The waves hitting the beach return to the sea as a corridor due to the bottom structure of the shore.. If you ask us, you can escape the current, but you cannot escape.. No dear, why should we try to scare you?. Ok, we are trying to scare you, but the only reason is that we are thinking of you, by the way, ignore those who swim in the Kerpe Cliffs, so don’t try to warn them like that.. There may be more dangerous types than the pulling current.
Sarısu Beach
A natural wonder that you can drive in 15 minutes, 8 kilometers from Kerpe to Ağva.. You feel like you are in the Black Sea region when you see the forest behind it.. In addition, Sarısu Stream flows just behind the beach.. No facilities, no sunbeds, no markets or grocery stores, no place to eat.. hmm, this place doesn’t look like Kerpe at all.. As such, without these, there is no human being.. come on, this place can’t be in Kerpe.. We have a hard time believing it too, but Sarısu Beach really is such a place, calm and peaceful. There is no crowd, even in summer.. It has only one flaw, so it’s more accurate to say it has some wave problem.. It’s not something to be exaggerated, it’s a minor problem.. Anyway, we accept it, it’s not such a small problem, sometimes there are so many waves and currents that it is forbidden to swim in the sea, even the gendarmerie may come for precaution.. But it’s beautiful, we said, the Black Sea is a spectacle.. That’s exactly why we wanted to write Sarısu Beach under the heading of places to visit, not under the heading of beaches.
Kefken
Kerpe and Kefken are very close to each other, so while we’re here, we’re here. can’t be beat. Especially Pink Rocks is quite famous, at least don’t forget to stop by while passing by.. Do not forget to take a look at our Kefken article for other places to visit in Kefken and beautiful bays where you can swim.
Food and Drink in Kerpe
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We never searched for places to eat on our way to Kerpe, anyway, we thought that if there was nothing on the Black Sea coast, we would have a nice fish.. Sorry we didn’t find what we expected. There are enough restaurants; You won’t go hungry, but your expectations shouldn’t be high either.
Kerpe Bagel House
Now you may have wondered if you were talking about fishermen or something.. However, I can say without exaggeration that whenever the subject is opened from Kerpe, the first thing that comes to our mind is neither the sea nor the rocks, but the bagels we eat.. I can smell it even as I type right now.. Forget Izmir cereals, Ankara bagels; The Izmit bagel is another, and we learned later that the bagel was first produced in Izmit.. Kerpe bagel shop is right in the square, so you don’t have a chance to stumble upon it, whether you have your breakfast here or take it with you in the morning, you can go to the sea and eat when you are hungry, but buy more from us.
Kerpe Diem Restaurant
This restaurant, located at the end of Kerpe Beach, is also the restaurant of Kerpe Diem Hotel.. Same place as Kerpe Diem Beach that I mentioned above. You can leave very satisfied with the meal you ate here, or you can regret it.. The important thing is to go at the right time.. Although it is one of the best restaurants in Kerpe, you are unlikely to go and leave satisfied in the summer season, especially if you go for lunch, you are almost unlikely to regret it.. Since there is an excessive crowd, the quality of service drops unbelievably and the service is very, very slow.. For example, two friends went and ordered the same fish at the same time. After waiting 45 minutes, you are happy that the full order has arrived, but you see that only one of them has arrived.. The other comes 15 minutes after him.. Although the incoming fish is delicious, you are not in a position to taste it with anger.. As you can see, Kerpe Diem Restaurant is a place where you can have a nice dinner in quiet times, other than that, it is better to stay away from crowded times.. By the way, how about Kerpe Diem Restaurant prices; It is no different from Istanbul, but it has a view, think about it
Ceneviz Restaurant
Kerpe is located next to Diem and everything we said about that place is also valid for Ceneviz Restaurant.. Same view, same prices and same regrets. Coming from the beach, Ceneviz Restaurant comes after Kerpe Diem. Therefore, it will be a little quieter, the biggest advantage is that the less crowded it is, the better service you will get.
Kaptan Meat & Fish Restaurant
All There are restaurants where you can find grills on the beaches of summer places, you know, Kaptan Restaurant is such a place.. No frills, fish and meat varieties, medium service and a little high prices. In short, an average place to fill your stomach. By the way, there is no alcohol.
Karagöz Restaurant
If you like shabby places and you listened to us and went in spring, you can have a nice fish here against the view.. In fact, if you go in winter, a stove is also installed, and it has a very nice and warm environment.
Where to Stay in Kerpe?
This is the hardest part of the summer, because you can go and stay with peace of mind. there is no place i can say. Kerpe hotels are not bad, but their prices are high, and you clearly feel that you do not get what you pay for.
Kerpe Alya Boutique Hotel
Alya Hotel, located by the sea and in a very central location, is a 4-season hotel. One of the most beautiful hotels in Kerpe. Although it is an old hotel, the rooms have been renovated and are in good condition, but the rooms are a bit small. Its dishes and appetizers are quite delicious, and if the portions are a little more satisfying, there is no problem. In short, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Alya Boutique Hotel is one of the rare places in Kerpe that provides quality service.
Kerpe Diem Boutique Hotel
Wow, what a “Kerpe Diem” I can hear you saying. Yes, it has a hotel, but it is not where the beach and restaurant are.. A farmhouse-like hotel with many animals from chickens to goats in the greenery and garden.. However, Kerpe Diem Hotel has one disadvantage, which is that it is a little far from the beach.. Nature or sea? If you answer the question of nature, we recommend this place.
Gaia Beach Hotel Kerpe
Do not look for a hotel with its own beach in Paşaağzı bay, nor any other property.. Although we are against the hotels parceling out the beaches, it can be a reason for preference for those who want to escape from the crowd.. Don’t have high expectations about the hotel.
Kerpe Pensions and Apart Hotels
Hotel prices are high due to its close proximity to Istanbul, so if you are looking for more budget-friendly alternatives, Kerpe pension prices quite appropriate. Of course, if you think that even the service in hotels is at a medium level, the situation is a little worse in hostels and apartments.. If you are looking for a place close to the beach, Deniz Pension is very good in terms of location, but it is a very, very difficult place in terms of cleanliness.. Instead, there is Kerpe Güneş Apart Hotel a little further inland, although it is not on the beach, it is not that far from the sea.
Kerpe Campgrounds
The prices of the hotels are high, the hostels are not clean, so there is only one solution left, and that is camping.. Yes, camping has its challenges, but at least it’s up to you to have a clean place to sleep.. Although there are special camping areas in Kerpe, the pleasure of camping is to be a little more free.. Eagle Cliffs or Old Kerpe Cape, even if it’s a bit windy, are good places to pitch a tent, make sure to take advantage of them.. If you still want to be a private business; You can choose Nature Tent Camp and Ömerağzı Camp and Picnic Area.
Nature Tent Camp
When camping is mentioned, a place in nature comes to mind, and on top of that, when it is called “Nature”, people thinks it’s a place in greenery. However, this is at the back of Güneş Apart Hotel, which we mentioned above.. Of course, being centrally located has its advantages, but still, a camp with a view of the building sounds interesting.. Nature Tent Camp prices are not bad; 80 TL with your own tent, 100 TL if you stay in the tent of the company.
Ömerağzı Camping and Picnic Area
Actually, we call it camping, but the event here is a bit more tented picnic.. There are picnic tables and tent places inside and it is 80 TL per day.. There is a great disorder, picnickers come to their tent places and pull their cars.. Cleaning is a serious problem. Frankly, it is not a place we recommend, but we wanted to write it so you know that there is such a place.
Where is Kerpe?
The most beautiful place in the Black Sea with its magnificent bays. Kerpe, one of the beautiful coastal towns, is a quiet place in Kocaeli’s Kandıra district.. It is 57 km from Kocaeli city center and 160 km from Istanbul, about 2 hours away.
