Kemerburgaz, IstanbulA neighborhood guide for the Smileys community

Forest & retreat · Emerging District

Mid-range

A rural-feeling retreat at the northern edge of the Belgrade Forest — horse farms, forest roads, and weekend getaway energy within Istanbul's city limits.

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About Kemerburgaz

Kemerburgaz is one of Istanbul's forest & retreat neighborhoods, in one of Istanbul's emerging districts, generally mid-range by local standards. It's close to Kağıthane and Güngören. Smileys members based in Kemerburgaz connect through neighborhood events, meetups, and each other — this page tracks who's around, what's on, and what's nearby.

Nearby: Kağıthane, Güngören · all neighborhoods

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Things to Do

Belgrad Ormanı (Kuzey Girişi)Must Visit

The northern reaches of the Belgrade Forest — less visited than the main entrances and wilder as a result. Long trails through ancient woodland.

Belgrad Ormanı, Eyüpsultan

This end of the forest is significantly quieter than the Bahçeköy entrance. Bring a trail map — paths are less signed here.

At ÇiftlikleriSmileys Pick

Several working horse farms in the Kemerburgaz area open for trail riding through the forest. A surprising experience this close to the city.

Kemerburgaz, Eyüpsultan

Coffee

Köy Kafeleri ve Çay Bahçeleri

Village tea gardens and simple cafés along the main road through Kemerburgaz — popular weekend stops for those driving to and from the forest.

Kemerburgaz Köyü, Eyüpsultan

Food

Köy Restoranları

Rustic village restaurants serving grilled meats and meze. Best on a Sunday afternoon after a forest walk.

Kemerburgaz, Eyüpsultan

Local Tips

·Kemerburgaz is only realistically accessible by car — no meaningful public transport from the city centre.
·Best as a day trip destination for hiking and horse riding rather than a base for living.
·The forest roads are popular with mountain bikers and trail runners on weekends.
·Combine with Göktürk for a full day out in Istanbul's green northern belt.