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Parks #27 in Eskişehir

Eskisehir Forest Nursery

4.2 · 1,457 reviews
Professional, quiet, and industrious.
Eskisehir Forest Nursery, Orhangazi, 26160 Odunpazarı/Eskişehir, Türkiye
Interesting facts
1

The nursery is a key supplier of drought-resistant saplings specifically cultivated for the arid climate of Central Anatolia.

2

It operates under the jurisdiction of the Eskisehir Regional Directorate of Forestry.

3

The facility serves as an outdoor laboratory for forestry students and researchers studying plant pathology and soil health.

Overview

Eskisehir Forest Nursery, located in the Odunpazarı district, functions as a specialized horticultural and reforestation facility managed by the General Directorate of Forestry. The site serves as a vital production hub for saplings and ornamental trees used in regional afforestation efforts and urban landscaping. It features expansive nursery beds, seed germination areas, and greenhouses that support biodiversity across the Eskişehir province. Visitors can observe various indigenous tree species and experimental forest plots maintained by agricultural engineers. The facility is integrated into the city’s green belt, providing a research-focused environment rather than a traditional recreational park. It remains an active working site dedicated to silviculture and nursery operations.

Photo spot

The long, symmetrical rows of nursery saplings offer distinct linear perspectives for photography.

Insider tips

Contact the local forestry directorate in advance if you wish to tour the greenhouse production areas.

Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes, as you will likely be walking on unpaved agricultural paths.

The area is strictly functional; avoid wandering into restricted planting zones.

What to avoid

Do not treat this as a manicured public park; facilities like cafes or public restrooms are not designed for general tourism.

Good to know

Operations follow agricultural cycles; expect limited activity during peak winter months when ground maintenance is restricted.

Etiquette

Avoid touching sensitive saplings or disturbing experimental soil plots; remain on marked pathways.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1 hour
Best time to visit
Spring, when sapling propagation is at its peak and the nursery beds are most vibrant.
Address
Eskisehir Forest Nursery, Orhangazi, 26160 Odunpazarı/Eskişehir, Türkiye
39.745, 30.439
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Details
Primary FunctionSilviculture and sapling cultivation
Site TypeOperational forestry research facility

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1 hour to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Spring, when sapling propagation is at its peak and the nursery beds are most vibrant..

The long, symmetrical rows of nursery saplings offer distinct linear perspectives for photography.

Close by you'll find Sazova Science, Art and Culture Park, Odunpazarı Botanik Park, Eskişehirspor Yeni Atatürk Stadyumu.