Nature / Lake

Lake Gerendal

Merkez, Bingöl

CommonMachine translated

A small crater lake on the Şabanköy yayla at 2,371 m, about 18 km from Bingöl, drawing photographers with its heart shape.

Safety warning

Check transport and security conditions in the area with the local authorities (governorship/district governorate, gendarmerie) before visiting. The yayla road becomes difficult in wet weather and in winter; an off-road vehicle may be needed.

Its story

Lake Gerendal lies at an elevation of 2,371 meters on the Şabanköy yayla, about 18 km from central Bingöl, close to the Bingöl–Elazığ provincial border. It has become known among nature lovers and photographers for its shape, which resembles a heart from above. Its name is said to come from the Zaza word gerunek, meaning whirlpool. The depth of the lake, whose water level is said to change little throughout the year, has not been scientifically measured; local people consider the lake bottomless and attribute healing powers to its water. In summer the surrounding yaylas turn green; because of the high elevation, the road may be closed by snow in winter and spring.

Key facts

Admission: Open area
Elevation: 2,371 m
Getting there: Şabanköy yayla, about 18 km from central Bingöl
Visit duration: 1–2 hours

Trip purpose

Seasonal
Photography

Location

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38.82995, 40.33453

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerendal_Gölü | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Şabanköy,_Bingöl | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q108936763