Skip to content
TRgezi
Mount Süphan

Nature / Summit

Mount Süphan

Adilcevaz, Bitlis

CommonMachine translated — This content was machine-translated and may differ from the original Turkish text.
Directions Open in app View on OSM

An extinct stratovolcano with an ice-capped summit rising north of Lake Van, one of Türkiye's highest mountains.

Safety warning

It is reported that permission must be obtained in advance from the authorities (Adilcevaz gendarmerie) for the climb; check the current permit procedure and weather conditions. Climb with an experienced guide because of the high altitude and sudden weather changes.

Its story

Süphan is one of Türkiye's highest peaks after Mount Ağrı (Ararat) and Cilo; its highest summit is about 4,050 meters. The mountain rises just north of Lake Van, between Adilcevaz, Ahlat, Patnos and Malazgirt. The summit area has a lava dome, small glacial lakes and an ice cap. The best period for climbing is June–September. The eastern route starts from Aydınlar and the southern route from the village of Harmantepe; on the eastern route, the climb to the summit and back from the yayla camp at about 2,500 meters can take 8–10 hours. The ever-changing view of Lake Van is the greatest reward throughout the climb. It is a non-technical but long, high-altitude mountain hike that requires experience and suitable equipment.

Key facts

Height
About 4,050 m
Duration
8–10 hours after camp (up and down)
Starting point
Aydınlar (east) / Harmantepe (south)
Climbing season
June–September

Trip purpose

  • Seasonal
  • Photography
  • Hiking

Location

Loading map…

38.92972, 42.82972

Reviews

No approved reviews yet. Reviews are written in the app after a visit.

Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%BCphan_Da%C4%9F%C4%B1 | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1433508