Destination

Kov Kalesi

There are 16 historical castles in Gümüşhane. The fact that many of the castles were positioned over settlement centers and passes is another proof of how important the region and the trade route were in the past. Among these castles, Kov Kalesi and Keçi Kalesi were restored in 2008. KOV (Esenyurt) VILLAGE CASTLE: The castle is within the borders of Esenyurt (Kov) Village in the Central District.

Kov Kalesi and 6 places around it

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Kov Kalesi

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Kov Kalesi sits within Gümüşhane merkez, Gümüşhane. The toroti catalogue holds 30 described stops across Gümüşhane, 16 of them in Gümüşhane merkez.

The nearest stop is Pir Ahmet Baba Türbesi, 1.7 km to the southwest. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

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Frequently asked

What is Kov Kalesi?
There are 16 historical castles in Gümüşhane. The fact that many of the castles were positioned over settlement centers and passes is another proof of how important the region and the trade route were in the past. Among these castles, Kov Kalesi and Keçi Kalesi were restored in 2008. KOV (Esenyurt) VILLAGE CASTLE: The castle is within the borders of Esenyurt (Kov) Village in the Central District.
Where is Kov Kalesi?
Kov Kalesi is in Gümüşhane merkez, Gümüşhane.
How long does it take to visit Kov Kalesi?
The suggested visit time for Kov Kalesi is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Kov Kalesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Kov Kalesi; the closest are Pir Ahmet Baba Türbesi, Tekke Kuzağil Mesire Yeri (merkez), 4x4 Safari.