5 Reasons to go to the Black Sea in March

Traveling to the Black Sea in March is like diving into a newly awakened fairy tale. Mountain roads disappearing in the fog, plateaus just waking up to spring, the wind hitting the shore of the sea... Sometimes you find peace in the steam of a tea, sometimes in the warmth of a wooden mansion.

One afternoon, while walking on the pine-scented roads of Bolu, I thought: “This is a peaceful stop.” The next morning I woke up cold in a highland meadow in Rize, but the warmth of the tea I drank warmed me up.

I realized this while chatting with strangers in a village café in Kastamonu, buying fresh anchovies from a fisherman in Bartın, listening to old-time stories on the stone streets of Safranbolu: Here are five great reasons to visit the Black Sea in March and unforgettable experiences...

 1. Experiencing Winter and Spring at the same time in the Black Sea in March

March is the most surprising month of the Black Sea. One day you watch nature under the white blanket of winter, and the next day you notice the first buds of spring.

In Bolu: While hiking in Abant and Gölcük lakes, you will be mesmerized by the mountain landscapes as the snow begins to melt. In a few hours you can witness how nature changes rapidly between the seasons.

Rize: When you go up to Ayder Plateau, you can see new sprouts in the tea fields on one side of the valley while there is still snow on the other side.

Kastamonu: Ski at the summit of the Ilgaz Mountains and breathe in the spring air in the seaside town of Inebolu in the afternoon.

🌿 Experience: There is no feeling like going back and forth between seasons in the Black Sea! You can ski in the morning and walk along the seashore in the spring sunshine in the afternoon.

 Ayder Plateau

2. Opportunity to Explore Freely Without Crowds of Tourists

In summer, the Black Sea's most popular spots are flooded with tourists. But in March you feel like you have the place to yourself.

In Bartın: As you walk along the ramparts of Amasra Castle and watch the sea from the Kemere Bridge, you will be accompanied only by seagulls.

Safranbolu: As you stroll along the cobblestone streets between the historical mansions, you can feel the light cool breeze brought by spring.

🌿 Experience: One morning while walking alone on the beach in Amasra, I woke up to the sound of the sea. Normally in the summer this beach is full of people, but that morning it was just me and the seagulls. This is the best gift of the Black Sea in March: Silence and peace.

Amasra Castle

 3. Warm up with the local flavors of the Black Sea

The Black Sea table is beautiful in every season, but eating a steaming mihlama in the cool air in March is a completely different pleasure.

Bolu: Don't leave without trying Mengen's village breakfast, famous for its legendary cooks!
In Rize: You can't leave the Black Sea region without having a mihlama made with highland butter and fresh Rize tea.
Kastamonu: It's the best time to try meat bread and the famous Kastamonu pastrami.
Bartın: You can eat Amasra's famous fish and salad accompanied by the sound of waves.

Safranbolu: Be sure to try walnut bending and saffron Turkish delight among the flavors from Ottoman cuisine.

🌿 Experience: I woke up one morning in Ayder and it was freezing outside. But I forgot all the cold when I saw the muhlama in front of me at the village breakfast. I held out the spoon and the cheese grew and grew... I chose to eat it instead of photographing the moment. I have absolutely no regrets.

4. Witnessing the Reawakening of Nature

March is the month when nature slowly begins to awaken in the Black Sea.

Bolu's Yedigöller: As the trees around the ponds begin to turn green, you can take a walk accompanied by birds chirping.
At Fırtına Creek in Rize: Watch nature being refreshed by the stream where the water flows with enthusiasm.
At Ilıca Waterfall in Kastamonu: The powerful sound of the waterfall tells how nature is preparing for spring.

🌿 Experience: One morning while walking along the banks of Fırtına Creek, I realized that there is nothing as peaceful as the sound of water in the Black Sea. At that moment, there was neither past nor future. Just living in the moment...

5. Enjoy your stay in small and cozy hotels

Small and cozy hotels in the Black Sea, intertwined with nature, welcome you warmly in March. Instead of the cold atmosphere of big hotels, boutique hotels where you can chat by the fireplace and have organic breakfasts are the perfect choice for your March vacation.

💚 Suggestions:

Bolu: A bungalow hotel in the forest, a peaceful stay overlooking the lake.
Rize: A wooden plateau house in the Fırtına Valley.
Kastamonu: Accommodation in traditional stone mansions, alone with nature.
Bartın: Feeling the first rays of spring in boutique hotels overlooking the sea.Safranbolu: Spending a night in history in mansions with Ottoman architecture.

🌿 Experience: On a cold March night, sitting by the fireplace and watching the rain falling outside... This is the best part of staying in a boutique hotel in the Black Sea.

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