Transportation
Everything you need to know about reaching Zorkun Plateau from central Osmaniye by private vehicle, organisation shuttles and race-day ring services.
Şenlik Tepesi Zorkun Plateau
The Amanos Ultra Trail race centre is located at Şenlik Tepesi on Zorkun Plateau in Osmaniye.
The race area is listed directly on Google Maps under the name Amanos Ultra Trail.
Zorkun Plateau is approximately 25 kilometres from central Osmaniye. Because the road is mountainous and very winding, the journey takes around 40–45 minutes in normal traffic conditions.
Amanos Ultra Trail Race Area
You can view the race area at Şenlik Tepesi on Zorkun Plateau on the map or get directions directly through Google Maps.
Driving to Zorkun
The road to Zorkun is mountainous and winding. We especially recommend that participants coming from outside Osmaniye keep the following points in mind.
Osmaniye West Exit
Participants arriving in Osmaniye via the motorway are advised to use the Osmaniye West exit for the shortest and most convenient connection to Zorkun Plateau.
Winding Mountain Road
The Osmaniye–Zorkun road is a mountain road with many sharp bends. Although the distance may look short, travel time should be planned accordingly.
Do Not Speed
Drive at a controlled speed, especially through bends, maintain a safe following distance and allow enough time for the journey to the race area.
Take Your Time on the Road to Zorkun
The road between central Osmaniye and Zorkun Plateau is approximately 25 kilometres long, but much of it is a winding mountain road. Do not speed, and make sure to allow approximately 40–45 minutes for the journey.
From Osmaniye Municipality to Zorkun Plateau
Organisation shuttles will be provided from in front of Osmaniye Municipality to Zorkun Plateau for athletes who prefer not to use a private vehicle.
3 Different Shuttle Times
On the day before the race, shuttles will depart from in front of Osmaniye Municipality to Zorkun Plateau at three different times. Exact times will be announced before the race.
Early-Morning Shuttles
On race day, shuttles will depart from in front of Osmaniye Municipality to Zorkun Plateau at early hours in line with the athletes’ start schedule.
Return Shuttles
After the race, return shuttles to Osmaniye will operate at designated times. The return point and exact shuttle times will be announced before the race.
Traffic, Parking and Ring Shuttles
Before You Head to the Race Area
Keep these four points in mind when planning your transportation for race weekend.
Check Your Route
Use the “Amanos Ultra Trail” location on Google Maps.
Allow Enough Time
Allow at least 40–45 minutes from central Osmaniye to Zorkun.
Consider the Shuttles
On race day, organisation shuttles will be a convenient option due to limited parking.
Set Off Early
Allow extra time for the winding road, traffic arrangements and ring transfers.
Plan Your Journey in Advance
Exact shuttle times, return points, the race-day road-closure point and traffic arrangements will be updated on this page closer to the race date.
Take your time when travelling to Zorkun; always make safe driving your priority on the winding mountain road.