Turkey Mountains

What are the Highest Mountains in Turkey?

Turkey's highest mountains are waiting to be discovered by those who haven't seen them yet. As such, we have compiled Turkey's highest mountains for you. If you are thinking of including the beautiful mountains of our country in your travel plans, get ready. We are going on a tour of the highest mountains of Turkey.

Turkey Cilo Mountain

Cilo Mountain, the second highest mountain in Turkey, is located within the borders of Hakkari. Cilo Mountain, located at the southeast end of our country, forms the easternmost extension of the Southeast Taurus Mountains. The summit of this tectonic mountain is covered with snow and ice that does not melt for four seasons. Cilo Mountain, which has an altitude of 4135 meters, is the second highest peak in our country with this feature. The most important high peaks are Uludoruk with 4135 meters, Suppa Durek with 4060 meters, Kosediregii Mountain with 3700 meters, Kisara Mountain with 3500 meters, Maunsell Sivrisi with 3850 meters, and Gelyona Hill with 3650 meters.

Turkey Suphan Mountain

Mount Suphan is the third highest mountain in Turkey. It is within the borders of the Adilcevaz district. It is located between Adilcevaz, Erciş, and Patnos on the north side of Lake Van. It is the third highest mountain in Turkey. The mountain, which is a volcanic formation, ranks second among the volcanic mountains in Turkey in terms of height. The mountain, with a total height of 4058 meters, is frequently preferred for climbing.

Mount Suphan is a very suitable area for nature sports and is frequently preferred. Sports such as mountaineering, touring skiing, nature and mountain hiking, camping, off-road, and paragliding can be done here. This place is frequently preferred, especially for mountain climbing. The period from the end of June to the middle of July, August, and September is suitable for climbing. However, those who want to climb in winter conditions may prefer the region from the beginning of March to the beginning of December.

Turkey Erciyes Mountain

Erciyes Mountain, which has the title of the 5th highest mountain in Turkey, maintains its importance in terms of winter tourism, mountain climbing, and highland tourism and is flooded by visitors. The first natural wonder that comes to mind when Kayseri is mentioned is Mount Erciyes, which reaches up to the clouds with its white peak every season. Thanks to its eruptions 30 million years ago, Erciyes (3917m) is an extinct volcano, which enabled the formation of Cappadocia thanks to its eruptions. Probably because of the unmelted snow, the Hittites gave it a name meaning "White Mountain". Harkasos powder snow, challenging climbing routes, rich flora, fauna, and springs, and Erciyes Mountain, which is flocked by ski enthusiasts, sportsmen, nature lovers, and adventure lovers every season, promises a beautiful Erciyes holiday thanks to the comfortable accommodation opportunities it offers.

Turkey Kucukagri Mountain

The Kucukagri Mountain, “the sixth highest mountain in Turkey”, is a 3896-meter stratovolcanic mountain located to the southeast of Mount Ararat. The Turkey-Iran border crosses the eastern slope of the mountain. In addition to this, Kucukagri Mountain is a region located on the borders of Ağrı- Dogubeyazit. This mountain is generally known as the other top of Mount Ararat. There is also a part of this mountain in the National Park, which is one of the important places in Agri.

The summit of the mountain, that is, the 3896-meter-high point, is named "Inonu Peak". There is also a "Serdar Bulak Pass" in the part that connects these two mountains, big and small. Along with the use of this area as a plateau, there is also an old Russian military barracks inside. When the Republic was founded, this mountain did not exist within the borders of Turkey. It was included in the borders with the Turkey-Iran Boundary Agreement. This event took place on January 23, 1932. The small and big Ararat mountains have an eye-catching stance in appearance.

Turkey Kizilkaya Mountain

The seventh highest mountain in Turkey, Kizilkaya is a peak in the Aladaglar national park between the provinces of Nigde, Kayseri, and Adana.

Its height is 3767 m. It is the highest peak in the Taurus Mountains. Until today, the highest peak in the Taurus Mountains was Demirkazik peak, but when precise measurements were made, it was discovered that Kizilkaya was 11 m higher than Demirkazik peak. Nevertheless, the peak of the Taurus Mountains known to mountaineers is considered Demirkazik.

Turkey Mount Demirkazik

Demirkazik is one of the highest summits in Turkey, which is located within the borders of Camardi district of Nigde province, and is 40km from Niğde city center. It is located as far southeast of it as possible, but cannot be seen from here. Aladaglar is the northernmost and highest peak among the peaks over 3500 meters in the mountain mass. Although there are many peaks over 3000 meters around, the mountain shows itself with its cone shape and elevation differences of 300–400 meters. The northern region of Demirkazik and its surroundings, located in the northern region of Aladaglar, consist of paleozoic strata, while the southern part is composed of mesozoic strata. The northern region is called Black Aladaglar, and the south is called Beyaz Aladaglar. These two regions are separated from each other by the Maden Strait, just north of Demirkazik Village.

Climbing the highest mountains in Turkey

It is an incredible experience to reach the highest mountain summit in Turkey, but what does it take to stay there? Mountaineering includes a wide range of activities, such as hard-nut multi-pitch climbing up impossibly frigid rock walls and severe backpacking on protracted, non-technical paths. Trips can take several months or only last a single day, but regardless of the length, you'll need to be physically fit, have a basic understanding of technology, and, probably most importantly, have the appropriate attitude for the challenge. 

Skiing Down the Highest Mountains in Turkey

The highest ski resort in Turkey, Palandoken mountain in Erzurum, is 3,125 meters high, has the longest and steepest runs, and operates from October through May. The Dedeman group's hotels made up the resort base, which was located 2 kilometers outside of town. A gondola and a chairlift provided access to 22 lines. Uludag is one of the highest mountains in Turkey, which is most preferred in winter tourism. Uludag is in Bursa, one of the capitals of the Ottoman Empire. Uludağ is more preferred because it is closer to  Istanbul.

Hiking the Highest Mountains in Turkey

Turkey offers some of the most breathtaking hiking routes in the entire globe because to its numerous national parks and mountains. All you have to do is choose, pack your gear, and make your travel arrangements after we assembled some of the nation's top hiking trails.

Turkey  Kackar Mountains

The Kaçkar Mountains in Turkey are another excellent hiking destination. The Kaçkar Mountains are a continuation of the Caucasus and are situated near the Black Sea in the nation. The Kackar Trail is a network of mountain routes that provides some of Turkey's best trekking, where hikers can expect to come across stunning scenery, strenuous climbs, and sheepherders. A climb to the peak is a possibility if you're looking for a challenge. The highest peak (Kaçkar Da), which is located at 4,000 meters above sea level, offers breathtaking views from its summit.

Turkey Taurus Mountains

Some of Turkey's most gorgeous land is found in the Taurus Mountains. The mountains, which are found in the south of the nation, divide the central Anatolian Plateau from the southern Mediterranean coastal region of Turkey. A hiker's heaven, the vast 350-mile mountain range is huge. And Demirkazik (3,756 meters), Emler and Kizilkaya (both 3,723 meters), as well as Kayseri, are the highest peaks in the mountain range (3,916 metres). The mountains are rough, stunning, and very difficult to climb.

Turkey is a very diverse country. It is home to numerous amazing UNESCO World Heritage Sites, well-preserved historic ruins, and beautiful natural scenery, bridging Europe and Asia, the old and the modern. Turkey boasts a wide variety of beautiful and stunning areas to explore on foot, including steep mountains, gorgeous sandy beaches, and views of the turquoise Mediterranean Sea. The top five hikes Turkey has to offer are listed above.