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Achyraos Kalesi

The ruins of Achyraos Castle, built by the Byzantines in the 14th century AD, are located on the hill to the east of Bigadiç district. The outer walls of the castle, which was used as a headquarters during the Greek occupation, have survived to the present day despite the destruction of the years.

Bigadiç, Balıkesir

Achyraos Kalesi and 3 places around it

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Suggested visit:20 minutes

The ruins of Achyraos Castle, built by the Byzantines in the 14th century AD, are located on the hill to the east of Bigadiç district. The outer walls of the castle, which was used as headquarters during the Greek occupation period, have survived to the present day despite the destruction of the years.

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Achyraos Kalesi sits within Bigadiç, Balıkesir. The toroti catalogue holds 68 described stops across Balıkesir, 4 of them in Bigadiç.

The nearest stop is Yeşilli Camii, 330 m to the southwest. Another 3 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

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Other places nearby

Yeşilli Camii330 m to the southwestBigadiç Kalesi460 m to the southwestHisarköy Antik Kalıntıları14 km to the east

Frequently asked

What is Achyraos Kalesi?
The ruins of Achyraos Castle, built by the Byzantines in the 14th century AD, are located on the hill to the east of Bigadiç district. The outer walls of the castle, which was used as a headquarters during the Greek occupation, have survived to the present day despite the destruction of the years.
Where is Achyraos Kalesi?
Achyraos Kalesi is in Bigadiç, Balıkesir.
How long does it take to visit Achyraos Kalesi?
The suggested visit time for Achyraos Kalesi is about 20 minutes.
What else is there to see near Achyraos Kalesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Achyraos Kalesi; the closest are Yeşilli Camii, Bigadiç Kalesi, Hisarköy Antik Kalıntıları.