Balkaya Picnic Area is a recreation area located in the Vize district of Kırklareli province, located on the Thrace side of the Marmara Region of our country. We wouldn't be lying if we said that this region is a natural wonder. The picnic area, which is frequently visited by the local people, fascinates those who come with its natural beauties. It is possible to spend peaceful hours alone with nature at the recreation area, which is located approximately 20 kilometers away from Vize town center. Especially if you are a nature enthusiast and like taking nature-related photographs, this region is just for you!
As it is known, Kırklareli region is one of our cities that stands out with its historical places and natural beauty areas. Vize district, which stands out among the districts of the city, is the center of attention of many tourists as well as local people, especially with its recreation areas and magnificent atmosphere. This picnic area becomes quite crowded during the spring and summer months, when the weather begins to warm up and the sun shines. You may have difficulty finding a place, especially on weekends and other holidays. Therefore, if you have the opportunity, we recommend you come on a weekday.
You can also take plenty of photos with nature views at Balkaya Picnic Area, which is among the places where you can have a picnic surrounded by nature or go for a nature walk. In addition to the people living there, many visitors come to the region from surrounding districts and outside the city. We would like to point out that the best time to come to this region is spring and summer. If you wish, let's start sharing with you how to get here and more information about the region without beating around the bush;
Where is Balkaya Picnic Area?
Located in Balkaya Village, which is in the Vize district of Kırklareli city and has the same name as the region, this picnic area is like a hidden paradise. It is possible to have peaceful and enjoyable times accompanied by lush green areas in the region, which is among the frequent destinations of nature lovers. You can also pitch a tent and camp here if you wish. However, it would be better if you time your camping during hot summer days. Because the weather can be cold at night, we recommend that you come in the summer and bring all your camping needs with you.
How to Get to Balkaya Picnic Area?
There are many different ways to come to Balkaya Picnic Area. If you are planning to come from Vize district, you can come with your private car or you can choose public transportation from the bus terminal area located in the district center to Balkaya Village. Since the area where the recreation area is located is very close to the village, you can even reach it on foot. Picnic lovers who plan to come from Kırklareli city center can come by private vehicle or by taking public transportation to the bus terminal in Vize district and from there by taking minibuses to the village.
Visitors planning to come from outside the city can come directly to Vize district. For this purpose, one can use the land route or choose air transportation, although it may be a bit troublesome. You can easily travel by road from every point of our country with your private vehicle and navigation. Those who do not plan to come by private car can use intercity buses. It is possible to come here by taking direct buses from many cities such as Istanbul, Izmir and Ankara. Since there is a bus terminal in Vize district, your job is quite easy. To do this, you can reach by purchasing a bus ticket from your current location and taking the buses departing to this region.
There may be visitors who want to come by air instead of road. However, since there is no airport in Kırklareli city and Vize district, you need to come to Çorlu Airport, which is seen as the closest location. You can have a pleasant flight by purchasing a flight ticket from the airline companies that go to this airport from your region. After arriving at the airport, you can choose connecting transportation alternatives to go to Vize or take a taxi to directly reach the picnic area.
What is the Balkaya Picnic Area Entrance Fee?
We would like to point out that a certain fee is charged per person for entrance to Balkaya Picnic Area. You can contact the business that runs this place before you go to find out the current entrance fee. There is also a stream flowing in the area where the picnic area is located. This streamside is especially preferred by those who want to camp. While there is a fee of 170 TL per tent, if you want to use a picnic table in addition to this, you need to pay an additional 30 TL for this. You can spend long hours alone with nature in this picnic area, which is open every day of the week.
Is barbecue allowed in Balkaya Picnic Area?
You can barbecue at Balkaya Picnic Area. There are trail sites available. So, when you come here, you can easily enjoy your picnic accompanied by a barbecue. There are no facilities offering accommodation in the area. However, if you wish, you can camp by renting a tent and spend your night in touch with nature. Since the weather is a little cold at night, we recommend that you take precautions accordingly. Here you can have a wonderful picnic experience with both your family and friends and immerse yourself in the magnificent atmosphere of nature.
