Çeşnigir Bridge – Ceritkale - Keskin

The character of the Route:

This route, which witnesses the cultural adventure of Anatolia, starts from Çeşnigir Bridge, which has served caravans for hundreds of years. The track climbs past the villages of Tilkili, Karaağıl, and İğdebeli, and starts descending as soon as it heads north. The route, which glides happily through the fields, reaches Ceritkale Village, which attracts attention with its 3000-year-old rock tombs, at 24km. The route, which starts with a slight climb after the village, ends in Keskin district, which is full of surprises that attract gourmets with its delicious dishes and products.

Notes to Travelers:

• You can touch the traces of the past at Büklükale Ruins.
• You can take a boat tour in Çeşnigir Canyon, through which Kızılırmak passes, take impressive photos on the glass terrace overlooking the canyon, and buy local products in Köprüköy.
• Don't forget to take water and snacks with you when you start your journey.
• You can eat delicious meals in modest facilities in Köprüköy.
• You can take a break in Ceritkale and explore the rock tombs dating back to the Roman Period.
• You can participate in organizations held in Keskin, at Hacı Taşan Cultural Center, in accordance with Bozlak* Culture and Abdal Tradition.
• You can taste Keskin Pan, which has been prepared with lamb meat and cooked in a pan with its unique method since ancient times.
• You can buy Keskin's famous vinegar, which is prepared organically and without additives.
• You can capture magnificent shots in Sulu Cave, which was used as a mining gallery in ancient times and attracts attention with its cute pool where water coming from the rocks accumulates.
* The common name of a long-air genre and a foot in Turkish folk music. The word Bozlak means "to wail, to shout".

Connecting Routes:

Kırıkkale - Karakeçili - Çeşnigir Bridge;
Keskin - Bozkurt - Yeniyapan - Hamit - Akpınar;
Keskin - Hasandede - Hasandede Tomb - Kuldede Tomb;
Keskin - Çerikli - Delice