Hiking & Lycian Way

With its clean air, forest-surrounded nature and its position on the Lycian Way, Adrasan is a very convenient area for hiking and trekking.

If you love nature hikes, you can find routes of different lengths around Adrasan. The paths around the bay suit those who want a short walk, while the different stages of the Lycian Way suit those looking for a longer route. On walks towards different points of the bay you can see sea views between the pine trees, take a break by the stream and enjoy the quieter hours of the day.

Lycian Way

Adrasan is one of the important stops on the Lycian Way, which runs between Fethiye and Antalya. This long-distance hiking route, stretching along the Teke Peninsula, known in history as Lycia, combines sea and forest views with historical ruins.

While hiking around Adrasan, you can come across pine forests, bays, mountain views and historical traces all together. For this reason the area appeals not only to those who hike for sport, but also to those who like to discover their surroundings while walking.

Routes can be planned from Adrasan to the area around Gelidonya Lighthouse, the old mining area or other points of the bay. The trails around Gelidonya Lighthouse in particular attract those who want to walk with sea views.

Those planning a longer trek can consider the different stages of the Lycian Way. Along the route there are many historically and naturally important points such as Olympos, Phaselis, Myra, Simena, Letoon, Xanthos and Patara.