Dağyenice Reservoir
Bursa Dragon Cup has been held at Dağyenice Reservoir since 2023. The lake sits 19 km from Bursa city centre at 510 metres, ringed by wooded hills.
- from Bursa city centre
- 19 kmfrom Bursa city centre
- altitude
- 510 maltitude
- base open daily
- 06:00-21:00base open daily
- water sports
- 5water sports
Getting there
- From central Bursa, follow the road towards the Misi and Dağyenice neighbourhoods.
- In Dağyenice, head for Master Rowing Club's base on the shore.
- Easiest option: open the location in Google Maps with the link below.
Nefes Dağyenice, Doğancı Mah., Dağyenice Köyü
Osmangazi/BursaDirections in Google Maps
What happens on the lake
Master Rowing Club runs rowing, canoe, SUP, dragon boat and SUP yoga from its lakeside base all year. The area around the lake is also used for picnics, camping, walking and fishing.
Why the festival is here
The festival's first season, in 2022, was at Gököz Reservoir in Keles. It moved to Dağyenice in 2023 and had its biggest year yet, with 36 crews from 29 companies. The club's base has the boats, equipment and coaching in place, and crews can practise on the same lake before race day.
Sports at the base
- Dragon boat Company crews and team events.
- Rowing Teamwork and discipline, up to eight-person boats.
- Canoe Solo paddling and nature tours.
- SUP Stand-up paddling: balance and freedom.
- SUP yoga Yoga on the lake.
Outside the festival, dragon boat sessions and private company events can be booked at Dağyenice. The base is open every day of the year from 06:00 to 21:00.
Book your place for 2027
The 6th Bursa Dragon Cup is on 5 June 2027. Registration is open, so book now to get the early-entry advantages.