İnkaya Historical Plane Tree

İnkaya’s historic plane tree stands in İnkaya village at the start of the Uludağ road. More than 600 years old, its enormous trunk and spreading branches make it a remarkable natural landmark. Enjoy its shade and the mountain air during a tea break.

Prominent Buildings and Travel Points Around İnkaya Plane Tree

600 Years of Living Legend

Inkaya Plane Tree, which has a majestic appearance with its 13 main branches and a trunk circumference of approximately 10 metres, offers a fascinating atmosphere to its visitors in all seasons of the year. You can examine the special systems that support the tree's huge branches and spend time under its shade.

İnkaya Village and Local Markets

The village market around the plane tree sells fresh fruit from local gardens, including strawberries and raspberries, as well as homemade jams, noodles, gözleme and handwoven souvenirs.

Relaxation Terraces with Views

Thanks to its location at the foothills of Uludağ, tea gardens and terraces under plane trees offer the perfect environment to breathe Bursa's clean mountain air and watch the valley view.

Transportation from Hotel:

By Car: The destination is around 20–25 minutes by car from our hotel, on the Uludağ road in İnkaya village.
Public Transportation: You can reach it directly by minibuses heading towards Çekirge / Uludağ and by İnkaya Köyü bus lines.
Taxi (Recommended): Since it is located right at the beginning of the Uludağ road, transportation from our hotel by taxi is a very comfortable and practical option.

Accessibility:

Wheelchair & Baby Stroller: Access to the terrace where the plane tree is located has a sloping structure and there are stairs and steep ramps within the area. Since the ground structure is mostly stone and cobblestone, wheelchair and stroller use can be challenging at times.

Parking:

There are open parking areas belonging to the municipality/private enterprises in the immediate vicinity of the plane tree and at the entrance of the village.

Visiting Hours:

It is suitable for visits and access to open spaces at any time of the day. The facilities and stands are generally open between 08:30 and 22:00.

Visit Duration:

1 – 1.5 hours (including tea/coffee break, village market visit and photo shoot).

Food & Beverage Facilities:

Çınar Altı Tea Gardens: There are open-air establishments right under the tree where you can drink tea, Turkish coffee and refreshing soft drinks in the centuries-old shade.
Village Breakfast & Gözleme: There are places that offer freshly squeezed fruit juices, hot pancakes and a rich mixed village breakfast.

Please contact reception for travel details, visiting hours and further information.

Don't Leave Without Doing:

Enjoying Tea and Coffee in the Shadow of a Plane Tree: Don't leave without drinking a pot of tea or roasted Turkish coffee under the huge branches.
Taste Fresh Fruit Plates: Taste plates of fresh wild strawberries, raspberries and blackberries picked by the villagers from their own gardens.
Take a Photo in Front of the Giant Trunk: Take a souvenir photo in front of the tree's wide trunk and arms covering the sky.

Tips:

Busy Weekends: It can be quite crowded, especially at noon on weekends. For a calmer and more peaceful atmosphere, it is recommended that you choose morning hours or weekdays.
Weather: Since it is located on the foothills of Uludağ, it may be a few degrees cooler and windier than the city centre; It would be useful to take a light jacket with you.