Bilecik Neyi Meşhur?

Bilecik Travel Guide: Söğüt, Şeyh Edebali, and the birthplace of the Ottomans

Short answer: Bilecik, bearing the license plate code 11, tells the early story of the Ottoman Empire through Söğüt, Şeyh Edebali, and the Ertuğrul Gazi Tomb. Harmankaya Canyon, waterfalls, and ponds offer refreshing nature breaks. Local dining highlights frequently feature Bilecik trout, soup, and village breakfasts.

If you plan the Söğüt and Bozüyük axes without squeezing them into a single day, the pace becomes much more relaxed.

Build your trip on three pillars

In Bilecik, most travelers divide their time between the Söğüt and tomb-museum route, the Bilecik central mosque, clock tower, and waterfalls, the canyons, ponds, and recreation areas, and the trout and local restaurant scene. To see the full list, you can browse the categories on the Bilecik homepage.

Ertuğrul Gazi, Şeyh Edebali, and historic Bilecik

The Ertuğrul Gazi Tomb, Bilecik Clock Tower, and the Historic Bilecik Mosque connect the city center to the Söğüt route. Ertuğrul Gazi Tomb · Bilecik Clock Tower · Historic Bilecik Mosque.

The Çelebi Sultan Mehmet Mosque, Kasımpaşa Mosque, and Hamidiye Mosque complete the architectural heritage of faith. Çelebi Sultan Mehmet Mosque · Kasımpaşa Mosque · Hamidiye Mosque.

The Köprülü Mehmet Paşa Caravanserai, Osmaneli Aya Yorgi Church, and the Monument of Turkish Elders shed light on different eras. Köprülü Mehmet Paşa Caravanserai · Osmaneli Aya Yorgi Church · Monument of Turkish Elders.

Küreklidere Waterfall, Oylat Waterfall, Suuçtu Waterfall, and the Şeyh Edebali Canyon are must-sees for nature and photography lovers. Küreklidere Waterfall · Oylat Waterfall · Suuçtu Waterfall · Şeyh Edebali Canyon.

The Söğüt Ertuğrul Gazi Mescit is listed among popular restaurants. Söğüt Ertuğrul Gazi Mescit - Kuyulu Mescid.

All historical records: Bilecik — historical places.

Museums and monuments

The Söğüt Ertuğrul Gazi Museum, Bilecik Archaeology and Ethnography Museum, and the Bilecik Living City Museum are key museum stops. Söğüt Ertuğrul Gazi Museum · Bilecik Archaeology and Ethnography Museum · Bilecik Living City Museum.

The Şeyh Edebali Tomb, Nilüfer Hatun Soup Kitchen, and the History Lane of Ottoman Sultans strengthen the cultural trail. Şeyh Edebali Tomb · Nilüfer Hatun Soup Kitchen · History Lane of Ottoman Sultans - Bilecik.

The Bozüyük City Museum and the İnönü Martyrdom are ideal for modern history enthusiasts. Bozüyük City Museum · İnönü Martyrdom, Bozüyük.

All museums: Bilecik — museums and art galleries.

Canyons, ponds, and parks

Harmankaya Canyon Nature Park, Bilecik Erikli Nature Park, and the Çukurören Travertine Terraces are great for outdoor days. Harmankaya Canyon Nature Park · Bilecik Erikli Nature Park · Çukurören Travertine Terraces.

Bozcaarmut Pond, Yenipazar Pond, and Pelitözü Gölpark offer picnic spots and scenic lake views. Bozcaarmut Pond · Yenipazar Pond · Pelitözü Gölpark.

Osmangazi Park, September 4 Youth Park, and the Bilecik Municipality Water Entertainment World suit family outings. Osmangazi Park · September 4 Youth Park · Bilecik Municipality Water Entertainment World.

All park records: Bilecik — nature and parks.

Gastronomy: trout, kebab, and traditional bath

Trout: Söğütönü Alabalık, Karafırın Alabalık Facilities, Mersu Alabalık, Narin Alabalık.

Kebabs and local eateries: Ümit Kebap Salonu Bilecik Merkez, Bilecik Kebap Dünyası, Bilecik Ciğerci Yusuf, Bozüyük Lokantası, GÜLEÇ IZGARA BİLECİK.

Turkish bath: Bilecik Hamamı (Bilecik Municipality Ottoman Bath), Osmaneli Municipality City Women's Bath.

Breakfast: Yemen Kahvesi Bilecik, ESERKAYA ODUN ATEŞİ.

Cafe: Kahve Durağı Bilecik, Osmaneli Kahvaltı Evi.

Extended lists: Popular restaurants, Breakfast spots, Cafes and dessert shops.

Sample 3-day itinerary

Day 1 — Söğüt: Ertuğrul Gazi Tomb, museum, and mescit; Söğütönü trout.

Day 2 — Bilecik center: Clock tower, mosques, archaeology museum; kebabs or liver dishes.

Day 3 — Nature: Harmankaya Canyon or waterfall route; stopover at Erikli Nature Park.