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Mazgirt Kalesi
It was established on a hill dominating the district, to the north of the Mazgirt district center. A large part of the castle walls, which have been largely destroyed, is still standing. The construction date of the castle is not known for certain. The castle is reached by way of a cave, and there is a forty-step staircase in front of the cave. At the highest point of the castle, there are ruins thought to have been a pavilion and a windmill.
Mazgirt Kalesi and 6 places around it
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Highlights
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Suggested visit:45 minutes
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Mazgirt Kalesi sits within Mazgirt, Tunceli. The toroti catalogue holds 48 described stops across Tunceli, 9 of them in Mazgirt.
The nearest stop is Til Höyüğü, 330 m to the south. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
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Frequently asked
- What is Mazgirt Kalesi?
- It was established on a hill dominating the district, to the north of the Mazgirt district center. A large part of the castle walls, which have been largely destroyed, is still standing. The construction date of the castle is not known for certain. The castle is reached by way of a cave, and there is a forty-step staircase in front of the cave. At the highest point of the castle, there are ruins thought to have been a pavilion and a windmill.
- Where is Mazgirt Kalesi?
- Mazgirt Kalesi is in Mazgirt, Tunceli.
- How long does it take to visit Mazgirt Kalesi?
- The suggested visit time for Mazgirt Kalesi is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Mazgirt Kalesi?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Mazgirt Kalesi; the closest are Til Höyüğü, Elti Hatun Türbesi, Elti Hatun Camii.