Meskendir Valley – Church of the Cross loop from Göreme Historical National Park
Meskendir Valley – Church of the Cross loop from Göreme Historical National Park
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Meskendir Valley – Church of the Cross loop from Göreme Historical National Park
01:48
5.95km
190m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Last updated: May 27, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through a protected area
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Göreme Millî Parkı
Waypoints
Start point
Camper Parking
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503 m
View of the fairy chimneys in Göreme National Park
Highlight • Natural Monument
876 m
Trail Through Rock Arches in Göreme National Park
Highlight • Gorge
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1.04 km
Rock-cut Church and Chambers in Göreme National Park
Highlight • Cave
1.19 km
Meskendir Valley
Highlight (Segment) • Gorge
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2.21 km
Natural rock arch in Göreme National Park
Highlight • Natural Monument
2.24 km
Church of the Cross
Highlight • Religious Site
2.78 km
The Needle's Eye
Highlight • Natural Monument
3.01 km
Metal ladder to cave in Göreme National Park
Highlight • Cave
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5.95 km
End point
Camper Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.70 km
1.02 km
182 m
Surfaces
2.96 km
2.76 km
182 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,220 m)
Lowest point (1,080 m)
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Thursday 25 June
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