Route: Mount Ararat (Türkiye)

Submitted by bashorun on Fri, 01/30/2026 - 03:05am
Location
Ağrı, TR
Distance
21.74 km
Vertical Gain
2,864 m
Description

At 5137m, Mount Ararat (Ağrı Dağı in Turkish) is the highest mountain in Türkiye.

This route starts at the village of Çevirme (about 2400m) and goes to summit at 5137m. In the lower part, there are several options for ascent. A permit is required for the climb, which is arranged by local agencies. The climb is not technically demanding, but it is essential to consider the weather and the time of year. The usual ascent on this route with an agency takes three days, allowing time for acclimatization.

In 2026, FKT is just beginning to track records on this mountain. We do not yet have a standardized start/finish location, but we will attempt to clarify that as this record progresses, relying on input from FKT athletes.

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