Derinkuyu - Yazıhüyük - Nevşehir

Characteristics of the Route:

This route, which experienced cyclists will enjoy, starts in Derinkuyu Underground City built with incredible logic. The route starts to ascend after Acigol Volcanic Complex and passes through the region of geological wonders including domes (layered, dome-like structures formed on the earth as a result of internal pressures) and maars (water-filled craters) without water. Passing through the geography covered with black-red slag (oxidation of light metal in contact with the air: metal mould) of volcanic tuff, the route passes by Topada Inscription written in Luwian hieroglyphs bearing traces of ancient times. After the inscription describing the military achievements of Wasusarma, the Great King of the Tabal Kingdom which still preserves its mystery, and especially the struggle against the city of Parzuta, the route goes to Nevsehir, passing through the 2 maars that are on the way out of Acigl.  

Notes to Travelers:

There is an entry fee to Derinkuyu Underground City and the museum card is valid.

Keep your bicycle bottle and a spare water bottle full as you won't find water frequently on the route.

Since the dirt road to Topada Hittite Inscription is rough, you may prefer to walk to the inscription. This road is not recommended for those who ride road bikes with thin tires.

You can take stunning photos in the Church of the Virgin Mary, Nevsehir.

You can explore the huge settlement that resembles a labyrinth with tunnels and cave structures carved into the eastern slope of Nevsehir Castle.

You can try delicious menus of restaurants with different styles in Nevsehir.