Uludağ tourism and infrastructure development

Uludağ Area President Candemir Zoroğlu announced plans to transform Uludağ into a year-round destination through significant infrastructure and sports investments. The initial proposal detailed the development of a 190,000-square-meter sports area designed to support high-altitude training for disciplines such as football, tennis, cycling, and athletics. The project also included a 4-kilometer pedestrian path and cultural facilities, necessitating the demolition of two vacated hotels to manage the national park area sustainably.

Following a suspension period, new zoning and development plans for Uludağ have officially entered into force. Managed by the Uludağ Area Presidency under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the finalized plan focuses on creating a high-quality, four-season tourism center. Infrastructure improvements include a 4-kilometer pedestrian axis separated from vehicle traffic and organized parking areas to address snow removal and uncontrolled parking issues. The development continues to include the 190,000 square meters of open sports areas and the removal of structures that pose risks to life and property safety.