Tragos Boulder

About Tragos Boulder

Tragos Boulder is an indoor bouldering gym on Lizbon Caddesi in Çankaya, in the south of the city. It grew out of Tragos Outdoor, a mountaineering, climbing and camping gear shop, which turned its basement into a climbing gym in 2025; the shop still sits alongside the wall, so you can try equipment and buy it under the same roof. Climbing here is mainly bouldering: short routes on low walls above thick padded mats, with no ropes needed, which makes it an easy way into the sport. The gym says sport climbing areas with roped systems are planned for a later stage. It is open to all levels, and first-time visitors can book an introductory lesson that covers the basics, safety rules and how to use the wall. Courses run for children from age 5 and for adults at beginner and advanced level, either one-to-one or in small groups of four to six, and course participants can use the wall as often as they like while their course lasts. Climbers who already know the ropes can simply pay for a single entry or buy a ten-entry card; daily visits do not need a booking, though courses and introductory lessons should be booked ahead. Practical notes: climbing shoes, chalk bags and other basic equipment can be rented, and comfortable sportswear is all you need to bring. There are changing rooms and showers, and friends can come along to watch. Opening hours are 13:00 to 21:00 on weekdays and 12:00 to 20:00 at weekends; current prices are listed on the gym's website.