Turkey, Rize to Erzurum
A 2600 metre Kackar crossing of grass slopes, shepherd huts and switchbacks.
Length
70 km
In miles
43.5 mi
Driving time
2 hr 11 min
Atlas rating
9.2 / 10
The run
Ikizdere to Ispir, following the D925. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Snow closures in winter despite the tunnel
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 24 March 2026
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