Tendurek Geçidi
Turkey, europe
N/A
2,602 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, road trip lovers, buckle up for Tendurek Geçidi in eastern Turkey's Van Province! This beast of a pass climbs to a whopping 2,602 meters (8,536 feet), making it one of Turkey's highest paved routes.
You'll find it along the E99 highway, connecting Iğdır and Muradiye. Be warned, though – this isn't your Sunday drive. Expect strong winds and crazy-fast weather changes, so pack those layers! The road can get icy and snowy, turning treacherous in a heartbeat. Drive carefully!
The asphalt isn't in the best shape, and you'll be tackling some seriously steep grades, with sections hitting 8%. One interesting thing to note: you're practically hugging the Iranian border, with military outposts dotting the nearby hills.
Road Details
- Country
- Turkey
- Continent
- europe
- Max Elevation
- 2,602 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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