Şavşat Karagöl

Şavşat Karagöl is a landslide-formed lake located within Sahara Karagöl National Park, north of the district center. Surrounded by spruce and pine forests, the lake is one of Artvin’s prominent natural areas, with its tranquil landscape and setting suitable for camping and nature activities.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Why Visit Şavşat Karagöl?

Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.

01Located within Sahara Karagöl National Park

02Dense spruce and pine forests

03A setting suitable for camping and nature excursions

VISIT PLAN

What to Know Before You Go

↗Getting ThereIt is approximately 25 km from Şavşat district center and can be reached by small and medium-sized vehicles.

◎Route TypeNature Tourism · Lake

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LocationŞavşat / Artvin

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EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Şavşat Karagöl with Borçka Karagöl / Mençuna Waterfall in the same itinerary.

This guide was independently prepared for Left Lane Star Travel using information from Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Türkiye Culture Portal. Opening hours, admission conditions and seasonal access may change; check the official source before travelling.Open Official Source ↗

Guide data last updated: 30.08.2026

Travel note: Opening hours, road conditions, fees and seasonal access may change. Check current official notices before departure.

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