The upper balcony of Uzungol
Demirkapi Village
A guide to Demirkapı: green highlands and panoramic views above Uzungol, the best time to visit, and the distance. Arrange your visit with Absher.
Demirkapı village and its highlands sit above the Uzungol area at around 2,000 metres, known for green meadows and sweeping panoramas that make it one of the finest viewpoints in the region.
It is about 110 km from Trabzon (roughly two and a half hours) and is usually combined with a visit to Uzungol when heading up to the higher plateaus.
How to get to Demirkapı Village It is about 110 km (two and a half hours). Absher arranges transport by private car — with or without a driver — from Trabzon Airport or directly from your hotel. Calculate distances between all regions ›
What is Demirkapı known for?
- High views over Uzungol and the plateaus.
- Green meadows and mountain houses.
- Above-the-clouds conditions in summer.
Main attractions
Highlights at Demirkapı
Upper viewpoints
Panoramic scenes over Uzungol and the mountains, ideal for photography.
Meadows and highlands
Quiet green spaces for walking away from the crowds.
Best time to visit
June to September; the ascent usually requires vehicles suited to mountain roads, and mornings are preferred for clearer views.
Tips from Absher
- Combine it with Uzungol in a full-day itinerary.
- The upper road is mountainous — a suitable vehicle and professional driver are better.
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Questions & Answers
FAQs about Demirkapı
How far is Demirkapı from Trabzon?
About 110 km — roughly two and a half hours — situated above the Uzungol area.
How far is Demirkapı from Uzungol?
Demirkapı lies directly above Uzungol, about 15 km up a mountain road (roughly 30–45 minutes in a suitable vehicle), which is why it is usually combined with an Uzungol visit in a single day.
