Destination

Karahüyük midaio

Known as a city founded by the Phrygian King Midas, Midaion/Karahöyük is one of Eskişehir’s large and famous mounds. It is located 30 km east of Eskişehir, on the bank of the Porsuk River, in a place overlooking the fertile Alpu Plain. It saw continuous settlement from the Early Bronze Age to the Byzantine Age.

Karahüyük midaio and 6 places around it

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Karahüyük midaio

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:30 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Karahüyük midaio sits within Odunpazarı, Eskişehir. The toroti catalogue holds 122 described stops across Eskişehir, 45 of them in Odunpazarı.

The nearest stop is Karahöyük / Midaio, 1.2 km to the northwest. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Ankara – Bursa route passes 15 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Frequently asked

What is Karahüyük midaio?
Known as a city founded by the Phrygian King Midas, Midaion/Karahöyük is one of Eskişehir’s large and famous mounds. It is located 30 km east of Eskişehir, on the bank of the Porsuk River, in a place overlooking the fertile Alpu Plain. It saw continuous settlement from the Early Bronze Age to the Byzantine Age.
Where is Karahüyük midaio?
Karahüyük midaio is in Odunpazarı, Eskişehir.
How long does it take to visit Karahüyük midaio?
The suggested visit time for Karahüyük midaio is about 30 minutes.
What else is there to see near Karahüyük midaio?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Karahüyük midaio; the closest are Karahöyük / Midaio, Şehr-i Derya Parkı, Karlik Düdeni.
Is Karahüyük midaio on the way anywhere, and which route?
Karahüyük midaio lies 15 km from the Ankara – Bursa route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.