The Kackar – Trekking in Turkey`s Black Sea Mountains

The Kackar Mountains are part of the Pontic Alps, a glaciated, granite
mountain range which hugs the south coast of the Black Sea, extending from the
Caucasus towards Istanbul. The mountain range is lushly wooded on the north,
with pines succeeded at lower levels by chestnut, hornbeam and beech trees,
with tea plantations and hazlenut groves spilling down towards the waves. The
contrasting southern slopes are patched by summer pastures where black bulls
graze and lakes, springs and streams are plentiful and clear.

This 2nd edition of the guidebook and map describe over 30 days of trekking on
eight major routes around the Kackar National Park. The guide includes
comprehensive historical and cultural details of the area and clear colour
photographs. It includes a two-sided full colour contour map with access to
downloadable GPS data.

The guidebook contains a new section on the unique flora of the area. It
describes 7 day-walks and 8 multi-day treks crossing the main range of the
Pontic Alps and subsidiary ranges, with altitudes up to 3900m. Full logistical
information is included, with additional material and updates on the website