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Osman Gazi Bridge
Soaring 1,550 m-span suspension bridge across the Gulf of İzmit, one of the longest in the world, slashing the Istanbul–İzmir drive on the O-5 motorway.
23 km · about 25 min drive
Turkey · Asia
Körfez is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Değirmendere, 23km from Osman Gazi Bridge.
Körfez is a town located in Turkey. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Körfez sits in Turkey, where you drive on the right. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Körfez to your route.
Körfez, formerly known as Elaia, or Elaea, is a municipality and district of Kocaeli Province, Turkey. Its area is 301 km2, and its population is 178,048 (2022). The mayor is Şener Söğüt (AKP) and the district governor is Uğur Kalkar, appointed in August 2022. The cement plant is a major source of greenhouse gas.
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Körfez is located in Turkey, Asia. The coordinates are 40.7670 latitude, 29.7828 longitude.
Körfez has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in Turkey.
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2 notable places within an hour's drive.
bridge
Soaring 1,550 m-span suspension bridge across the Gulf of İzmit, one of the longest in the world, slashing the Istanbul–İzmir drive on the O-5 motorway.
23 km · about 25 min drive
racetrack
A 5.3km FIA Grade 1 circuit east of Istanbul that has hosted the Turkish Grand Prix, known for its Turn 8.
38 km · about 45 min drive
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