Destination

Gerger Kalesi

Gerger Castle is located in Oymaklı Village of Adıyaman. Its history dates back to the Late Hittite Principalities Period. However, it is known that the Ancient City of Gerger was founded in the 3rd century BC during the time of the Seleucid king named Arsames. In the II. century BC, it was called the Euphrates (Euphrat) Arsameia. The castle is situated on a steep rocky outcrop and is surrounded by solid walls.

Gerger, Adıyaman

Gerger Kalesi and 6 places around it

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Gerger Kalesi

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:45 minutes

At a glance

Type
town
On the water body
Atatürk Reservoir
Source: Wikidata

Last updated: 23 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Gerger Kalesi sits within Gerger, Adıyaman. The toroti catalogue holds 45 described stops across Adıyaman, 2 of them in Gerger.

The nearest stop is Üzeyir Peygamber Türbesi, 180 m to the north. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

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Other places nearby

Üzeyir Peygamber Türbesi180 m to the northNemrut Dağı Milli Parkı22 km to the westNemrut Dağı Doğu Terası26 km to the westNemrut Ören Yeri26 km to the westNemrut Dağı Tümülüsü26 km to the westNemrut Dağı Batı Terası26 km to the west

Frequently asked

What is Gerger Kalesi?
Gerger Castle is located in Oymaklı Village of Adıyaman. Its history dates back to the Late Hittite Principalities Period. However, it is known that the Ancient City of Gerger was founded in the 3rd century BC during the time of the Seleucid king named Arsames. In the II. century BC, it was called the Euphrates (Euphrat) Arsameia. The castle is situated on a steep rocky outcrop and is surrounded by solid walls.
Where is Gerger Kalesi?
Gerger Kalesi is in Gerger, Adıyaman.
How long does it take to visit Gerger Kalesi?
The suggested visit time for Gerger Kalesi is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Gerger Kalesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Gerger Kalesi; the closest are Üzeyir Peygamber Türbesi, Nemrut Dağı Milli Parkı, Nemrut Dağı Doğu Terası.