Erciyes Ski Holiday

Erciyes Mountain, which takes its name from the Greek word 'Argaeos', is located 25 km south of Kayseri and has been the symbol of the region for about 50 million years. M.D. since the establishment of the first settlements around Kayseri in 4000, it has played a very important role during the civilizations of different empires such as the Hittites, Phrygians, Persians, Cappadocia, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman empires.

It is the heart of Kayseri, whose magnificent 3,797 m height and snowy peak pierce the clouds throughout the seasons. This most important mountain has always bestowed sacred feelings on people, so much so that in ancient times it was famous as Olympos with its supernatural identity in Anatolia, and this value was even reflected in the naming of the Roman Empire.

According to historians, as an extinct volcano, the eruptions began 30 million years ago, and with the violence of the eruptions, the volcano was moved many kilometers away from the mountain. Throughout history, the upper layers of the volcano have disappeared under the influence of wind and flooding, and fairy chimneys and the geological structure of Cappadocia have been formed. The high points of Erciyes are covered with snow throughout the year and there is a 7 km mountain glacier in the northern part. The caves and temples located at the top of the mountain served as places of worship for Byzantine monks and are still used as shelters by climbers in bad weather conditions

You can reach the ski resort very easily by renting a car at Kayseri Airport from Car Rental Cappadocia. Pilgrims in different places will use three entrances, namely Door, Hisarcık Kap and Tabir, and you will experience excitement at three different points of the mountain. You will find equipment rental shops, free parking areas and enjoy drinking Turkish tea in cafes. Finally, you will enjoy the smell of the famous Kayseri sossage on the barbecue in the free picnic areas on the snow.

Detachable/Double-speed chairlifts and gondola lifts equipped with the latest technology in accordance with international standards will transport you to very exciting places and worlds on Mount Erciyes. mechanical systems, which will serve with 781 lifts with a length of 26,750 meters in the 2024-2025 winter season, will reach 25 fibers with a total length of 35,000 meters in 2027 when the Master Plan is completed.

Even in the 2074/2075 season, approximately 703 km of pistes with different degrees of difficulty, designed according to the rules of the International Ski Federation/FIS, will increase the adrenaline dose to much higher levels. Professional and novice skiers will find the most suitable and enjoyable ones for themselves among our daily groomed pistes. Dec. All measures have been taken in Erciyes Tourism Center for insufficient snowfall situations; snow will always be guaranteed with the snow making system and thus your skiing adventure will be extended for at least another month. Car Rental Cappadocia, Kayseri Airport Car Rental Book online car rental at the Best Prices and discover the unique fascinating beauties of Erciyes Ski Center!