Karaca Cave
Stalactite cave near Zigana with a steady 17–18 °C all year.
Karaca Cave lies in Gümüşhane province close to the Zigana Mountains and is considered one of the most beautiful caves in the Black Sea region, known for its stalactites and stalagmites.
Inside, the temperature stays at around 17–18 °C all year, making it a good choice on both hot and rainy days. Its air is locally said to be good for asthma sufferers.
- →About 1 hour 45 minutes from Meydan; combine with Torul and Hamsiköy.
- →Paths are wet in places — comfortable non-slip shoes recommended.
Tours visiting this place
Hotels nearby
Modern five-star on the Beşirli coastal road, close to the sea, parks and the city centre.
Five-star hotel on Boztepe hill with some of the best sea and city views in Trabzon.
Classic five-star in the heart of Meydan — the most central full-service hotel in the city.
Places nearby
- Torul glass terrace9.4 km
Glass viewing terrace over the Harşit valley in Torul, Gümüşhane.
- Zigana Mountains10.2 km
Mountain pass with a ski centre in winter, swings and mountain biking in summer, and Europe’s longest twin-tube road tunnel.
- Hamsiköy17.5 km
Mountain village famous for its rice pudding made with fresh highland milk.
- Sümela Monastery27.3 km
Cliff-side Byzantine monastery in the Altındere valley, reached by forest paths and stone stairs.
- Altındere Park27.4 km
Forest park below Sümela Monastery with a café and restaurant.
- Vazelon Monastery30.2 km
Secluded monastery in a green mountain valley, 35 km south-west of the city.