Özet:

In this study, the agricultural tourism potential of the Safranbolu-Yörükköyü sample area is identified and recommendations that support rural development are developed. In this regard, "Is each unit of the geographical site suitable for the development of agricultural tourism?, which places to be chosen for agricultural tourism, how to make a distinction?" What is the place and power of the local people and participants in agricultural tourism activities? How should agricultural tourism activities be included in Safranbolu-Yörükköyü as a means of rural development? They are seeking answers to their questions. In the context of the study, according to expert and literary assessments, the natural and cultural characteristics of the area have been estimated according to the case of use of agricultural tourism. This created rating system has created conformity maps by questioning in the environment of the Geographic Information System (CBS) for each use, including fruit and vegetables. The research has also developed recommendations for rural development in areas suitable for agricultural tourism. Keywords: Agricultural Tourism, Rural Development, SWOT Analysis, Safranbolu Yörükköyü