Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

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Göreme Millî Parkı

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.31 km

View over Sword Valley (Kılıçlar Vadisi)

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This vantage point is a little off the trail.

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2.93 km

Fairy Chimneys with Cave Churches and Dwellings

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Very large fairy chimney with a large number of partially accessible caves and chapels.

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4.13 km

Red Valley Trail and Rock Formations

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Nice trail along the Red Valley. Partly shaded paths and halfway is a small café where you can get water. Great panoramic views at the top.
Path is sometimes narrow and with ladders, surefootedness is required.

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5.84 km

Colorful Rock Formations in Göreme National Park

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Due to the different mineral composition of the sandstone, an extraordinary play of colors can be seen here, especially in the evening light.

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6.12 km

Yılanlı Church (Church of the Serpent)

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Huge church with four pillars and pidgin house.

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6.15 km

Rock-cut Church in Göreme National Park

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8.10 km

Fairy Chimneys, Göreme National Park

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Postcard spot, popular around afternoon

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9.49 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.86 km

3.05 km

785 m

744 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.19 km

3.74 km

652 m

636 m

159 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,150 m)

Lowest point (1,060 m)

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Monday 27 April

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