The Mağlova Aqueduct within the park was designed by Mimar Sinan between 1554 and 1562 to supply water to Istanbul.
The forest spans approximately 5,500,000 square meters, making it one of the largest municipal forest parks in Turkey.
The park incorporates architectural ruins of the ancient water supply system developed during the Ottoman period.
It features a dedicated 'Adventure Forest' zone with high-rope courses and outdoor training facilities.
The landscape is designed to integrate native flora of the Black Sea and Marmara transition zone.
Kemerburgaz Kent Ormanı is a 5.5 million square meter urban forest located in the Eyüpsultan district of Istanbul. The park centers around the historical Mağlova Aqueduct, a masterpiece of Mimar Sinan engineering built in the 16th century. It features expansive walking trails, cycling paths, and designated picnic zones surrounding artificial ponds. The site serves as a vital green lung for northern Istanbul, situated within the wider Belgrad Forest ecosystem. Visitors can explore various recreational areas, including adventure parks and botanical sections. It is managed by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality to preserve local biodiversity while providing public leisure space.
The mid-level observation point offering a direct view of the Mağlova Aqueduct arches.
Bring comfortable walking shoes suitable for gravel and earthen forest paths.
Visit on weekdays to avoid high weekend crowds and traffic congestion near the entrance.
Bring portable refreshments as options are limited within the deeper forest sections.
Attempting to traverse the entire park on foot without a map, as the area is significantly larger than typical city parks.
Open year-round, though some recreational zones may close during periods of extreme high-fire risk in peak summer.
Maintain silence in wildlife observation areas, carry out all trash to keep the forest pristine, and strictly adhere to fire safety bans due to high forest fire risks.
