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Hiking · Erzurum, Erzurum

Palu Gölü (Crater Lake) Loop

  • Distance6 km loop
  • Duration2.5–3.5 hours
  • ElevationStart: 2,650 m (chairlift top) / Lake: 2,700 m / Gain: ~100 m
  • Rating★ 4.7
  • TransportTaxi to Palandöken + chairlift (300–500 TRY / $9–15 in summer)
Palu Gölü (Crater Lake) Loop

Trail facts

Trail area
Palandöken Mountain, above ski resort
Best season
July–August

What to bring

Light hiking shoes, windproof jacket, water, sunscreen

Location

Palandöken Üst Bölge, 25100 Erzurum

39.8178, 41.2250 View on map