Turkey, Trabzon
A green gorge climb through tea terraces to an alpine lake in the Pontic mountains.
Length
42 km
In miles
26.1 mi
Driving time
1 hr 3 min
Atlas rating
8.9 / 10
The run
Of to Uzungol, following the D010-06. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Fog and rain common
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 10 April 2026
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