Dallikavak Gecidi is a paved road heading deep into the high mountains
Dallıkavak Geçidi is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.349m (7,706ft) above sea level located in Erzurum Province, in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey.
Where is Dallıkavak Geçidi?
Set high in the eastern part of the country, the road to the summit is mostly paved (in pretty bad conditions). It’s called D925.
How long is Dallıkavak Geçidi?
The pass is 29km (18 miles) long, running south-north from Eğerti to Toprakkale. If you have your own vehicle, it's worth stopping for the views.
Is Dallıkavak Geçidi challenging?
The road to the summit is very steep, hitting an 8% maximum gradient through some of the ramps. It is difficult to keep the pass open to traffic during the winters because of the harsh weather conditions due to high altitude.
What is the Dallikavak Tunnel?
Due to the condition of the road, a 6,200-meter-long tunnel (Dallıkavak Tunnel) is being built to bypass the defiant mountain road. The tunnel will shorten the drive by 4.4 km, and the travel time will be reduced by approximately 15 minutes.