How to drive the bumpy road to Kemalan Tepesi

Kemalan Tepesi is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.451m (11,322ft) above sea level, located in Hakkâri Province, in Turkey. It’s one of the highest roads in the country.

Kemalan Tepesi

Where is Kemalan Tepesi?

The pass is located in the Eastern Anatolia region, in the southeastern part of the country.

Is the road to Kemalan Tepesi unpaved?

The road to the summit is entirely unpaved, with many hairpin turns, very narrow parts, dangerous drops, and steep sections. It’s not a Sunday drive and a 4x4 vehicle is required.

How long is the road to Kemalan Tepesi?

Starting from Çepkenli, the road to the summit is 29.7 km (18.45 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 1172 m. The average gradient is 3.94%. 

Is the road to Kemalan Tepesi open year-round?

Set high in the Taurus Mountains, accessibility to the summit is limited to the summer months due to the snow. 

 

 

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