Destination

Satlel Kalesi

It is located in Söğütlü Mahallesi of Şavşat District. In terms of plan type, it resembles Bagratlı castles. A large part of the fortress walls of the castle, which was also used during the Ottoman Period, is still standing. There are remains of a cistern and a chapel inside. Since the inscription of the structure has not been found, it is not known exactly when it was built. In terms of its plan and architectural features, it resembles the castles of the Bagratlı Kingdom.

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Satlel Kalesi

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Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Satlel Kalesi sits within Şavşat, Artvin. The toroti catalogue holds 74 described stops across Artvin, 12 of them in Şavşat.

The nearest stop is Satlel Kilisesi, 280 m to the northwest. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

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Frequently asked

What is Satlel Kalesi?
It is located in Söğütlü Mahallesi of Şavşat District. In terms of plan type, it resembles Bagratlı castles. A large part of the fortress walls of the castle, which was also used during the Ottoman Period, is still standing. There are remains of a cistern and a chapel inside. Since the inscription of the structure has not been found, it is not known exactly when it was built. In terms of its plan and architectural features, it resembles the castles of the Bagratlı Kingdom.
Where is Satlel Kalesi?
Satlel Kalesi is in Şavşat, Artvin.
How long does it take to visit Satlel Kalesi?
The suggested visit time for Satlel Kalesi is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Satlel Kalesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Satlel Kalesi; the closest are Satlel Kilisesi, Şavşat Kalesi, Kizak Yarişmaları.