Destination

Kemah Kalesi

It is not known for certain on what date and by whom this castle, built on steep rocks just above the center of Kemah district, was constructed. Since it was built on a rock that was impossible to reach, all the ancient peoples tried to capture this castle and in this way to have a magnificent and secure base.

Erzincan merkez, Erzincan

Kemah Kalesi and 6 places around it

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Kemah Kalesi

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:30 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Kemah Kalesi sits within Erzincan merkez, Erzincan. The toroti catalogue holds 17 described stops across Erzincan, 12 of them in Erzincan merkez.

The nearest stop is Taşçı Hamamı, 860 m to the southwest. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Ankara – Erzurum route passes 890 m away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Taşçı Hamamı860 m to the southwestCiminli Baba Türbesi930 m to the eastTerzibaba Türbesi1.7 km to the southTerzibaba Cami ve Külliyesi2.2 km to the northeastCirit2.4 km to the northeastBeytahtı Mesire Alanı6.4 km to the southwest

Routes that pass close by

Ankara – Erzurum890 m

Frequently asked

What is Kemah Kalesi?
It is not known for certain on what date and by whom this castle, built on steep rocks just above the center of Kemah district, was constructed. Since it was built on a rock that was impossible to reach, all the ancient peoples tried to capture this castle and in this way to have a magnificent and secure base.
Where is Kemah Kalesi?
Kemah Kalesi is in Erzincan merkez, Erzincan.
How long does it take to visit Kemah Kalesi?
The suggested visit time for Kemah Kalesi is about 30 minutes.
What else is there to see near Kemah Kalesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Kemah Kalesi; the closest are Taşçı Hamamı, Ciminli Baba Türbesi, Terzibaba Türbesi.
Is Kemah Kalesi on the way anywhere, and which route?
Kemah Kalesi lies 890 m from the Ankara – Erzurum route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.