Destination
Zilkale
It is one of the most remarkable works of the region. It is situated 15 kilometers south of the district center, on the western slopes of Fırtına Deresi. The steep rock mass on which the castle was built is 750 meters above sea level and approximately 100 meters above the stream bed. The castle consists of outer walls, middle walls, and an inner castle. The gate of the outer castle is reached by a footpath from the northwest. With the help of a terrace, one ascends to the level of the middle walls.
Zilkale and 6 places around it
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Suggested visit:45 minutes
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Zilkale sits within Çamlıhemşin, Rize. The toroti catalogue holds 58 described stops across Rize, 22 of them in Çamlıhemşin.
The nearest stop is Pokut Yaylası, 5 km to the east. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
The Trabzon – Rize route passes 11 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.
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Frequently asked
- What is Zilkale?
- It is one of the most remarkable works of the region. It is situated 15 kilometers south of the district center, on the western slopes of Fırtına Deresi. The steep rock mass on which the castle was built is 750 meters above sea level and approximately 100 meters above the stream bed. The castle consists of outer walls, middle walls, and an inner castle. The gate of the outer castle is reached by a footpath from the northwest. With the help of a terrace, one ascends to the level of the middle walls.
- Where is Zilkale?
- Zilkale is in Çamlıhemşin, Rize.
- How long does it take to visit Zilkale?
- The suggested visit time for Zilkale is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Zilkale?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Zilkale; the closest are Pokut Yaylası, Kale-i Bala, Kavak Köprüsü.
- Is Zilkale on the way anywhere, and which route?
- Zilkale lies 11 km from the Trabzon – Rize route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.