Ultimate 4wd destination: Mount Erciyes

Erciyes Dağı is an inactive volcano located in Kayseri Province, in Central Anatolia, Turkey. A challenging unpaved road tops out at an elevation of 3.330m (10,925ft) above sea level near the peak. It's one of the highest roads of Europe.

Erciyes Dağı

Is the road to the summit unpaved?

Set high in the central part of the country, the road to the summit is totally unpaved. It's a chairlift access route for the Kar Tanesi Tesisleri resort. The climb is very steep, with sections up to 15% of gradient. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Can I drive my vehicle to Mount Erciyes?

The road to Mount Erciyes is usually impassable from September to June. Only 4x4 vehicles with high clearance should attempt it. Natural hazards include avalanche risks in winter and falling rocks year-round.

Why is Mount Erciyes famous?

Mount Erciyes, historically known as Argaeus after the Macedonian king Argaeus I, combines natural beauty with historical significance.
Pic: Seyit Burhanettin Akbaş

 

 

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