Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı
The Nemrut Caldera Nature Monument, stretching between the Tatvan, Ahlat and Güroymak districts of Bitlis, was placed under protection in 2003 with its area of 4,804 hectares; in 2013 it was also declared a Ramsar wetland. Named after Nimrod, the Babylonian ruler who lived in 2100 BC, the site contains the world's second largest and Turkey's largest crater lake. Inside the crater, at 2,247 metres above sea level, there are a total of five lakes, two of them large. The depth of Büyük Göl drops to 155 metres in places; fed by snow and spring waters, its water is cold and fresh. The hot waters and thermal springs around the lake are the last traces of volcanic activity. The mountain steppes and birch forest communities on the volcanic rocks offer a rich natural setting for nature walks, cycling, horse riding, birdwatching, fishing and photography. Lake Nemrut is 32 km from Bitlis and 62 km from Muş. The area is easily reached from the districts of Tatvan and Ahlat by following the signposts.
What's Offered
Soil
Mountain
Valley
Lake
Parking
Wildlife
Safe Area
Mobile Signal
Historic Building
Activities
Nature Tour
Trekking
Cycling
Bird Watching
Photography
Horseback Riding
FishingWarnings & Important Information
Free entry.
No market or grocery store.
No electricity.
May not be wheelchair accessible.
No hot water or showers.
No toilets.
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Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı
Tatvan/Ahlat/Güroymak ilçe sınırları, Bitlis
4.8
The Nemrut Caldera Nature Monument, stretching between the Tatvan, Ahlat and Güroymak districts of Bitlis, was placed under protection in 2003 with its area of 4,804 hectares; in 2013 it was also declared a Ramsar wetland. Named after Nimrod, the Babylonian ruler who lived in 2100 BC, the site contains the world's second largest and Turkey's largest crater lake. Inside the crater, at 2,247 metres above sea level, there are a total of five lakes, two of them large. The depth of Büyük Göl drops to 155 metres in places; fed by snow and spring waters, its water is cold and fresh. The hot waters and thermal springs around the lake are the last traces of volcanic activity. The mountain steppes and birch forest communities on the volcanic rocks offer a rich natural setting for nature walks, cycling, horse riding, birdwatching, fishing and photography. Lake Nemrut is 32 km from Bitlis and 62 km from Muş. The area is easily reached from the districts of Tatvan and Ahlat by following the signposts.
What's Offered
- Soil
- Mountain
- Valley
- Lake
- Parking
- Wildlife
- Safe Area
- Mobile Signal
- Historic Building
Activities
Nature TourTrekkingCyclingBird WatchingPhotographyHorseback RidingFishingWarnings & Important Information
Free entry.
No market or grocery store.
No electricity.
May not be wheelchair accessible.
No hot water or showers.
No toilets.
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to write one!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı?
Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı is located in Tatvan, Bitlis (Doğu Anadolu).
Is Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı free?
Yes, Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı is free and open to the public.
What facilities does Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı offer?
Facilities such as Parking, Wildlife, Safe Area, Mobile Signal, Historic Building are available.
What are the opening hours of Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı?
Opening hours: Daily 00:00 - 24:00.
What activities are available around Nemrut Kalderası Tabiat Anıtı?
Activities such as Nature Tour, Trekking, Cycling, Bird Watching, Photography, Horseback Riding are possible.
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Entrance fees and area details are based on public national park records of the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. Text and presentation belong to Obania. Last updated: July 19, 2026.