Destination
Kız Kalesi
It is built on a small peninsula to the west of the Pazar district center. The castle, which stands on a rocky ground, has been cut off from the land. The regular stone workmanship on its walls is striking. Although its construction date is not known for certain, it is thought to have been used in the 13th or 14th centuries. Today, it stands with a single watchtower.
Kız Kalesi and 6 places around it
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Suggested visit:45 minutes
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Kız Kalesi sits within Pazar, Rize. The toroti catalogue holds 58 described stops across Rize, 2 of them in Pazar.
The nearest stop is Ciha Kalesi, 8.9 km to the south. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
The Trabzon – Artvin route passes 40 m away, so this works as a stop along the drive.
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Frequently asked
- What is Kız Kalesi?
- It is built on a small peninsula to the west of the Pazar district center. The castle, which stands on a rocky ground, has been cut off from the land. The regular stone workmanship on its walls is striking. Although its construction date is not known for certain, it is thought to have been used in the 13th or 14th centuries. Today, it stands with a single watchtower.
- Where is Kız Kalesi?
- Kız Kalesi is in Pazar, Rize.
- How long does it take to visit Kız Kalesi?
- The suggested visit time for Kız Kalesi is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Kız Kalesi?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Kız Kalesi; the closest are Ciha Kalesi, Işikli Camii, Aşıklar I Köprüsü.
- Is Kız Kalesi on the way anywhere, and which route?
- Kız Kalesi lies 40 m from the Trabzon – Artvin route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.