Motorcycle journey from Turkey to Germany

Start your motorcycle journey from Erzurum, known for its Seljuk architecture with landmarks like the Çifte Minareli Medrese and the Erzurum Fortress. Continue to Erzincan, a city known for its beautiful valleys and rivers. Erzincan is a historic gateway between eastern and central Anatolia.

Ride through mountainous landscapes to Sivas, a city of significance in the Turkish War of Independence. Visit the Sivas Congress Hall, where the national movement began in 1919. Sivas is also famous for Seljuk monuments like the Great Mosque and the adjacent Darüşşifa (hospital) in the Turkish city of Divriği. They were listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1985. Built in the 13th century under the Seljuk prince Ahmet Şah, the complex is known for its impressive architecture and intricate stonework.

Continue your journey to Kayseri, an ancient city at the foot of Mount Erciyes. Kayseri is known for its Roman and Ottoman heritage, with highlights like the Kayseri Fortress and the nearby Cappadocia region, famous for its surreal landscapes with rock churches and underground cities.

Ride to Adıyaman, known for the famous Mount Nemrut. This UNESCO World Heritage site features monumental statues erected by King Antiochos I of Commagene in the 1st century BC and offers one of the most stunning sunsets in Turkey.

Ride to Diyarbakir, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Diyarbakir is known for its massive basalt city walls, which are a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Ulu Camii (Great Mosque), one of the oldest mosques in Anatolia.

Cross the border into the Balkan Peninsula and ride to Prizren in Kosovo. This charming city has a rich Ottoman history, with landmarks like the Sinan Pasha Mosque and the Kaljaja Fortress, which offers panoramic views of the city and the surrounding mountains.

Ride to Peja, a city at the foot of the Rugova Mountains. It is known for the Patriarchate of Peć, a medieval Serbian Orthodox monastery. The nearby Rugova Canyon offers spectacular motorcycle scenery and hiking opportunities.

Travel to Sarajevo, a city shaped by centuries of Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Yugoslav history. Explore Baščaršija, the old bazaar district, and visit the Latin Bridge, where the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand triggered World War I.

Ride to Mostar, known for the Stari Most (Old Bridge), a 16th-century Ottoman bridge that was rebuilt after the Bosnian War. The cobblestone streets and minarets of the city give it a unique charm that reflects its mixed Ottoman and European influence.

Leave Bosnia and ride to Split in Croatia, a beautiful coastal city. Split is known for the Diocletian's Palace, a massive Roman structure that forms the old town. Enjoy the blend of ancient history and vibrant Mediterranean life.

Continue your journey to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. With its Baroque architecture and medieval castle, Ljubljana offers a mix of history and modern cultural life. The relaxed atmosphere and the Ljubljanica River make the stay pleasant.

Ride through the picturesque Alps to Innsbruck, Austria. This alpine city is known for its winter sports opportunities and imperial history. Visit the Hofburg Palace and the Golden Roof, a famous landmark in the historic old town.

Finish your journey in Tübingen, a picturesque university town known for its medieval old town and the Neckar River. Explore the Hohentübingen Fortress and the lively atmosphere that perfectly rounds off this 13-day motorcycle trip. A welcome party awaits us in Tübingen, where we conclude our long transcontinental expedition that led from Mongolia to Germany.