# Erciyes tourism and infrastructure development > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/erciyes-tourism-and-infrastructure-development > Updated: 2026-09-04T14:00:22.000Z. Sources: 22. Developments: 7. The Erciyes ski resort in central Turkey is undergoing a strategic transition toward becoming a year-round tourism destination. Recent winter season data indicates the resort hosted 3.3 million visitors, contributing an estimated $250 million to the national economy. To support this growth, significant infrastructure and hospitality investments are underway, including the construction of the Xperia Luxury Erciyes hotel, new parking facilities, and an 8.2-kilometer bypass road. Under the leadership of Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Dr. Memduh Büyükkılıç, the region is implementing a ‘12-month tourism vision.’ Erciyes A.Ş. is actively expanding summer offerings to target national and international markets, promoting activities such as gondola rides, summit excursions, trekking, cycling, ATV safaris, camping, and caravan tourism. The region is being marketed as a cool-climate alternative to warmer lowland areas. To complement these offerings, the initiative emphasizes local gastronomy, featuring Kayseri cuisine such as mantı, pastırma, sucuk, and traditional desserts. Recent developments have strengthened the region's role in sports and specialized recreation. The Erciyes High Altitude Camp Center serves as a hub for professional athletes, while Melikgazi Municipality is renovating sports facilities for the Erciyes 38 Football Club, including new synthetic pitches and stands. To further diversify year-round attractions, work has progressed on a mountain coaster project designed by Outdoor Factory. The project has entered the rail installation phase for its approximately 1,100-meter track, which will feature a specialized sled system and a night coaster concept. Expanding on these hospitality investments, the Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality has announced a tender for a tourism development plot in the Erciyes district of Melikgazi. The 2,036.48-square-meter parcel is specifically zoned for hotel development. The auction, scheduled for September 15, 2026, carries an estimated land value of 23 million TL. ## Claims - The municipality is implementing a mountain coaster project at Erciyes Ski Center to promote four-season tourism. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The mountain coaster track will be approximately 1,100 meters long. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The coaster system will be developed by Outdoor Factory. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Visitors will reach the start of the track using a specialized sled system independent of the existing cable car. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The project includes a night coaster concept to provide activities after sunset. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-04: Erciyes High Altitude Camp Center hosts Academy Erciyes Cup 2026 The Academy Erciyes Cup 2026 has launched at the Erciyes High Altitude Camp Center, featuring 41 youth football teams across five age categories. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/erciyes-high-altitude-camp-center-hosts-academy-erciyes-cup-2026 ### 2026-09-02: Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality auctions Erciyes hotel land Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality is auctioning a 2,036-square-meter tourism plot in Erciyes for an estimated 23 million TL. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kayseri-metropolitan-municipality-auctions-erciyes-hotel-land ### 2026-08-23: Erciyes Ski Center mountain coaster project enters rail installation phase Kayseri is installing a 1,100-meter mountain coaster at Erciyes Ski Center to promote year-round tourism through new sled systems and night activities. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/erciyes-ski-center-mountain-coaster-project-enters-rail-installation-phase ### 2026-08-21: Bursa canoe team wins 12 medals at Turkey Championship Bursa's canoe team won 12 medals at the Turkey Championship in Eskişehir, while Erciyes High Altitude Camp Center hosts professional swimmers and prepares for a new mountain coaster project. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/erciyes-facilities-expand-sports-training-and-tourism-capacity ### 2026-08-18: Erciyes promotes year-round tourism with summer sports and gastronomy Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality is promoting Erciyes as a year-round destination, expanding summer tourism through outdoor sports, nature activities, and local gastronomy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/erciyes-promotes-year-round-tourism-with-summer-sports-and-gastronomy ### 2026-08-15: Erciyes tourism expands with major hotel and infrastructure projects Tourism and infrastructure are growing in Turkey's Erciyes region, highlighted by the development of Europe's largest capacity mountain hotel and expanded local amenities. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sivas-cafe-preserves-weeping-willow-growing-through-its-center ### 2026-07-26: Erciyes Ski Resort Generates $250 Million for Turkish Economy Erciyes ski resort drew 3.3 million visitors this season, adding $250 million to Turkey’s economy and reaching $2.5 billion over ten years, with plans for year‑round tourism. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/erciyes-ski-resort-generates-250-million-for-turkish-economy --- Cite as: Erciyes tourism and infrastructure development. 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