İkizdere between a mountain valley, waterfall and thermal springs

İkizdere is located in a steep, deeply incised valley between mountains. The Çamlık and Cimil streams meet in the center.

Town Center and Natural Monument

The İkizdere Manle Şelalesi natural monument is located in the center of İkizdere. The protected area covers 4.2 hectares and is accessible by road. It is also located in the Colchic flora region.

Another natural attraction lies nearby: the Çamlık picnic area is in a green, wooded setting close to the road. It is used for picnics, leisure and relaxation. The natural monument is in the town center; the wooded Çamlık picnic area nearby is used for picnics and relaxation.

Thermal Springs in İkizdere

The İkizdere Kaplıca at the Ridos Hotel comprises two thermal springs. Their water temperatures are 70 °C and 72 °C, respectively. The water temperatures differ by 2 °C.

Ovit Plateau and District

The Ovit Plateau and its surroundings are about 36 km from the center of İkizdere district. The area is designated as a winter tourism center. In summer, it offers opportunities for mountaineering and trekking.

At the district level, steep valley slopes, accessible mountain peaks, green highland pastures, historic arched bridges and fast-flowing streams shape the landscape. The steep valley defines İkizdere; highland pastures, historic arched bridges and mountain peaks characterize the district’s landscape.

A Historical Landmark in the Center

Kuru Saha Camii is located in the center of İkizdere. Its construction is dated to 1898; it is considered one of the oldest mosques in the town center.

Distances and Road Connections

İkizdere is about 56 km from the center of Rize city. The road connection between the centers of Rize and İkizdere runs via İyidere, the İyidere–İkizdere road and Güneyce. The distance figures have different starting points: the approximately 56 km connects the centers of Rize and İkizdere, while the roughly 36 km to the Ovit Plateau is measured from the district center. When comparing them, therefore, pay attention to the stated starting point.

Choose the Focus of Your Hotel Search

If you are looking for a hotel in İkizdere, you can first consider which aspect of the destination matters most for your stay: the town center and its natural monument, the thermal springs at the Ridos Hotel, or the district’s landscape, including the more distant Ovit Plateau. This distinction helps you identify the focus of your search without treating the town center, district and surrounding area as one and the same. For the Ovit Plateau, it is also worth considering the season: it is designated as a winter tourism center, while mountaineering and trekking are possible in summer. This lets you weigh the activities mentioned there according to your travel dates.

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