View from Girne Kayası – Ruins of a Monastery loop from Sourp Magar Armenian Monastery

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Cyprus

Kyrenia

View from Girne Kayası – Ruins of a Monastery loop from Sourp Magar Armenian Monastery

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View from Girne Kayası – Ruins of a Monastery loop from Sourp Magar Armenian Monastery

02:24

7.52km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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114 m

Platform with view of northern coast

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wooden platform on the precipice with breathtaking views of the north coast, the Mediterranean and on a clear day even as far as the mainland (Turkey).

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283 m

View from Girne Kayası

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From here, an impressive view of the rugged mountain landscape around Girne is offered. With good visibility, it is worth taking a moment to linger and take photos.

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1.67 km

Gondolar Stone Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Between rocks and vegetation lie the remains of old stone structures. An exciting stopover for anyone who likes to discover historical traces on hikes.

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3.42 km

Andizli Pass

Highlight • Gorge

A distinctive passage in the Five Finger Mountains, surrounded by an impressive mountain landscape. A beautiful section for all who want to explore the nature of Northern Cyprus.

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5.76 km

Ruins of Viran Kilise (Byzantine Monastery)

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Abandoned and unfortunately very dilapidated ruin of a former Byzantine monastery in the Kyrenia mountains. By the way, the name “Viran Kilise” simply means “destroyed church”.

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5.83 km

Great Cypress and Cave Springs

Highlight • Natural Monument

An impressive natural stop with a distinctive cypress tree and springs in the area of caves. A beautiful place to experience the special landscape of the Fünffingergebirge.

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6.47 km

Ruins of a Monastery

Highlight • Historical Site

Weathered walls tell of the region's religious and cultural history. The quiet surroundings make this place a special stop away from the usual tourist destinations.

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7.52 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.62 km

1.89 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.32 km

1.19 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (740 m)

Lowest point (480 m)

Weather

Monday 2 November

24°C

14°C

17 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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Comments

July 28, 2025,Ramblers viran kilise

Beautiful walk through the Forrest passing a walled cave, a ruined church, a walled springhead, and an ancient monument tree, then onto lovers leap a viewing platform with spectacular scenery although I'd say it's a fairly easy walk there are steep climbs and descents so not a beginner walk, as this walk is mostly shaded it's ok anytime if the …