Timeline
08:00
Start your hike early. The description notes the track is only suitable for high-clearance 4WD, so the safer option is to hike the last 2 km uphill from the first hairpin bend on the road off D885 towards Köprüyanı. Arriving an hour before the midday rush lets you explore the ruined structures in peace before the heat and other visitors arrive.
10:30
Take a break at the site. Since the monastery is now ruined and unsafe, there are no facilities on-site. Use this time to rest on the path and absorb the views of the surrounding landscape before heading back down.
11:30
End your trip by heading back down the track. Once you reach the D885, check the route for the nearest local spot for lunch or a drink, as there are no food or drink shops listed at the monastery itself.
Local tip
The monastery is described as unsafe. Do not enter the ruined structures. Stick to the visible paths and enjoy the exterior views and the hike itself.
Check before you go
- The monastery is ruined and unsafe. Do not climb inside the structures.
- The track branching uphill is only suitable for high-clearance 4WD. Hiking is the recommended and safer option for the last 2 km.
- There are no food or drink facilities at the monastery. Bring water and snacks, or plan to eat after returning to the main road.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Trabzon (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).