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Kayseri - Mount Erciyes
 Erciyes,
with an elevation of 3916 meters, is a volcanic
mountain whose summit is always covered with snow
and fog, and has become synonymous with the city
of Kayseri. This lava-spewing mountain, responsible
for the 'fairy-chimney' rock formations in nearby
Cappadocia, impressed the Meek people living at
its base so much that their coins bear an impression
of the mountain with lava boiling out of the top.
The first person to successfully make the summit
was W. J. Hamilton in 1837, and the first Turk was
Miralay Cemil Cahit Bey in 1924.
Besides being a popular spot for mountain climbers,
it is also one of Turkey's best winter-sport resorts.
From the top of the mountain, if the weather is
clear, there is a stunning view of an area stretching
from Cappadocia to the Taurus Mountains.
Height: 3916m
Location: South of the Central Anatolian
city of Kayseri.
The Best Time for Summer Climbs: Between
May and October.
Characteristics: An inactive
volcano, it is the highest peak in Central Anatolia.
On the northern slope there is a 700m mountain glacier,
and on the eastern slope at an elevation of 2100-2900
meters, is the Tekir plateau which is a winter sports
centre. The hike from the ski-lift to the campsite
at Cobaninine takes about 2½ - 3 hours in winter.
The climb from Cobaninine to Mola tasi, at the head
of Seytan Creek, takes an hour, and climbing on
cross-country skis is popular. From here, it takes
about 2-3 hours to reach the summit of the smaller
peak. In the winter months, there is a danger of
avalanches in Seytan's Creek and in the spring (May
and June), it is necessary to wear a helmet because
of the falling rocks.
Transport and Accommodation: Kayseri can be
reached from Istanbul and Ankara by road, train
and plane. There is a heated 100-bed mountain resort
on the Tekir plateau, with telephone connection,
and also a new 100-room hotel. Kayseri has a wide
selection of hotels and restaurants.
Climbing Equipment: Crampon, rope, pick, helmet,
a variety of safety gear (like an ice-auger, and
hammer) and camping equipment
Climbing from the Tekir plateau:
This is the safest ascent. The mountain resort,
which can be reached via Hisarcik, is 25km from
Kayseri. From the resort, the ascent and descent
can be completed in about 8-10 hours. Climbing up
the north-west face is a little more difficult but
a very enjoyable climb. From Kayseri go to Hacilar
and then Sutdonduran plateau (2850 m.) via Akinyurdu.
Camp can be set up here.
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