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A waterfall surrounded by forest, protected as a natural monument.
Samandere Waterfall is in Samandere village, south of Düzce city centre, and is protected as a natural monument. It's about 1 hour 10 minutes from Akçakoca by car.
The waterfall, surrounded by forest, is a popular place to cool off in the summer heat and for nature walks.
Keep exploring Akçakoca
The closest places as the crow flies; you can visit them on the same day.
A large waterfall in the forest, 120–135 m high depending on the source, with a picnic area.
A wetland on the Düzce plain, loved by birdwatchers for its reed beds.
The city to which Akçakoca's ancient port, Diapolis, belonged: a theatre, an agora, aqueducts and the regional museum.
A quiet waterfall in the forest in Sarıyayla village, with a picnic area next to it.
By car, take the TEM or D100 to the Düzce exit and drive about 37 km north; you can also come along the coast road (D010) via Ereğli or Karasu. Many bus companies run direct services to Akçakoca; there is no train.
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