ATHLETICS · PARA ATHLETICS · BOLU, TÜRKIYE
Athletics & para athletics training camps in Bolu
A full athletics stadium, a forest resort near Lake Abant and cool summer days. We organise everything from the airport to the last session, for national teams, federations and clubs.
Bolu athletics camp at a glance
Stadium, hotel and nature within a short drive of each other.
- 700–800 mStadium altitude: a mid-altitude summer base
- 24°CAverage July daytime temperature
- 400 mKaraçayır Athletics Track with a full throwing area
- 20 minFrom Vonresort Abant to the track
Why Bolu: summer training without the heat
Bolu sits in the forested mountains between Istanbul and Ankara. When the coast is too hot for quality work, teams here train through the day and recover in clean mountain air.
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Cool summers
Comfortable temperatures from May to October, so sessions are not squeezed into early mornings. - 02
Forest trails
Soft-ground paths around Lake Abant for long runs, tempo work and easy recovery days. - 03
Full focus, easy access
No resort crowds, one quiet base for the whole team. On the Istanbul–Ankara motorway, about 2-3h by road from both airports.
The stadium: Karaçayır Athletics Track
Bolu's main athletics venue, host of provincial championships including events for athletes with disabilities.
Track: 400 m synthetic, 8 lanes
Throws: discus and hammer cages, shot put circles, javelin
Jumps: long and triple jump pits, high jump / pole vault
Infield: natural grass
Stands: covered grandstand
Extras: gym, lighting, changing rooms
Throws: discus and hammer cages, shot put circles, javelin
Jumps: long and triple jump pits, high jump / pole vault
Infield: natural grass
Stands: covered grandstand
Extras: gym, lighting, changing rooms
Para athletics: built around para athletes, not adapted afterwards
Para athletics is where Orso specialises. We have hosted national para athletics teams from the Czech Republic, Kyrgyzstan and Denmark, and welcomed the UAE and Algeria teams here in Bolu. Every camp is planned around classification needs, seated throwing and daily access.
✓ Space and anchoring for seated throwing frames, inside and outside the cages
✓ Step-free routes from bus to track
✓ Accessible rooms at the hotel
✓ Wheelchair-accessible transfers
✓ One coordinator with the team every day
✓ Step-free routes from bus to track
✓ Accessible rooms at the hotel
✓ Wheelchair-accessible transfers
✓ One coordinator with the team every day
TRAINED IN BOLU
National teams on this track: United Arab Emirates 2025 · Algeria 2024
Where you stay: Vonresort Abant
A forest resort about 3 km from Lake Abant, with villa-style rooms, a main building and its own sports areas.
Rooms: villa rooms and suites
Meals: buffet, coffee, tea
Strength gym: power racks, lifting platforms, full dumbbell set
Recovery: indoor pool, spa and Turkish hammam
Team meetings: two halls for video analysis and briefings
Meals: buffet, coffee, tea
Strength gym: power racks, lifting platforms, full dumbbell set
Recovery: indoor pool, spa and Turkish hammam
Team meetings: two halls for video analysis and briefings
NATURE & RECOVERY
Lakes, forest and clean air
WHAT'S INCLUDED
One partner for the whole camp
- LogisticsAirport transfers, visa invitation letters, daily coordinator
- StayVonresort Abant, full board with athlete menu
- TrainingTrack and throws bookings, gym and recovery facilities
- ExtrasFriendly competitions and rest-day excursions
FAQ
Questions coaches ask
Q:
Is Bolu an altitude camp?
A:
No. At 700–800 m it is a mid-altitude summer base chosen for climate and focus. For altitude blocks we offer Erzurum (~1,900 m).
Q:
Is it suitable for wheelchair users?
A:
Yes, our hotel and sports facilities are accessible for wheelchair users. We check every route before the team arrives.
Q:
How do we get to Bolu?
A:
Fly into Istanbul (IST or SAW) or Ankara. We meet the team at arrivals and drive to the hotel: about 3 hours from Istanbul, 2 hours from Ankara.
Q:
Can we combine Bolu with another venue?
A:
Yes. Teams often pair a Bolu block with Erzurum for altitude or Antalya for competition preparation.
Plan Your Athletics Training Camp with Us
Let us know your preferred dates, team size, and discipline — we’ll take care of the rest.
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