Zilkale
Medieval castle on a forested ridge above the Fırtına valley.
Zilkale is one of the most important and beautiful castles in the region. It stands on a steep rocky outcrop above the Fırtına valley at around 750 m and was built between the 14th and 15th centuries.
It has outer, middle and inner walls, with towers, a small chapel and a watchtower. The view down over the valley and the dense forest is unforgettable.
- →Reached on the road beyond Çamlıhemşin — minibuses only.
- →Combine with Pokut or Ayder on a full highland day.
Tours visiting this place
Hotels nearby
Secluded bungalows in Meydan village, Çamlıhemşin, minutes from the Ayder trails.
Riverside bungalow complex beside the Fırtına with cafés, a restaurant and barbecue area.
Bungalows above the Fırtına river with on-site zipline, rafting and swing, plus a restaurant.
Places nearby
- Ottoman stone bridges2.8 km
Arched Ottoman stone bridges along the Fırtına river.
- Pokut Plateau4.7 km
Highland village of wooden houses above the clouds, near Çamlıhemşin.
- Tarzan Adventure Park6.1 km
Adventure park with ropes courses for families.
- Palovit Waterfall7.3 km
High waterfall reached by a scenic mountain road.
- Gelin Tülü Waterfall9.6 km
The “bride’s veil” waterfall near Ayder.
- Ayder Plateau9.7 km
Wooden chalets, hot springs and meadows at 1,350 m.