Top 5 spring hikes in Armenia

Spring is one of the best seasons for hiking. Nature wakes up from the winter sleep, the sun is warming. The spring weather in Armenia is different and depends on the climate in each region. There is still snow in the highlands, while flowers are already blooming and fields are turning green in the warmer parts of the country.

We offer you the top 5 most beautiful hiking destinations in the springtime. Each of these tourist destinations is interesting in its own way. This is a unique opportunity to discover Armenia from a completely new perspective and enjoy the breath of spring with its blooming colors.

Mount Dimats

Mount Dimats (2,378 m) is one of the mountains of the Ijevan range. There is a picturesque view of the rocky wall of the Ijevan ridge and the Aghstev gorge from the top of Mount Dimats. No doubt, after seeing this splendor, you will forget about the difficulties of the road and want to enjoy the view in all its glory.

Mount Dimats is famous for the fact that the deposits of the Frfr gemstone are located here. And the rock itself has no official geographical name. The only nickname of the rock, which was given to it by the people, is mentioned in the famous historical novel “The Call of the Ploughmen”. A new name was given to the mountain in order to breathe new life into it.

In addition to climbing Mount Dimats, this tourist destination also includes a visit to a Hidden waterfall.

Dzoraget Gorge

The Dzoraget Gorge, located in the Lori marz, is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful gorges in Armenia. The city of Stepanavan was founded nearby the river, which received the same name as the gorge. The depth of the gorge there is about 100-120 m, and the length of the river is 67 km. There are several hiking trails along the Dzoraget Gorge, the most popular of which leads to the rock of Tsitskar.

In addition, a visit to the monastery complex Hnevank (VII century) is planned.

Mount Yeranos

Mount Yeranos (1824 m) is located in the Ararat region, almost in the central part of the Yeranos mountain range. You will have the opportunity to admire the views around during the hike. There is a beautiful view of Mount Ararat and the Azat reservoir from the top of Mount Yeranos.

On the way we will see the natural monument “Sphinx”.

Okonavank

There were many people in Lastiver, which is popular among tourists. Let’s continue our journey and get from Lastiver to Okonavank.

Okonavank is located in the upper reaches of the Khachaghbyur gorge. The route to Okonavank is very beautiful, especially in spring and autumn. Our path lies through dense forests and deep gorges, and ends at the Okonavank Monastery. The length of the hike is 18 km, the route runs along the entire Khachaghbyur gorge.

Hike to Mount Shreshtasar

Shreshtasar is located in Vayots Dzor region, near the village of Elpin, from which we will leave. There were other villages in the vicinity of Mount Shreshtasar, but they are abandoned now. We will pass through the territory of the village of Vardenik, where there is a lake with the same name. Then we will return to the village of Elpin by a circular route. We will visit another abandoned village on the way.

According to an ancient legend, countless treasures are stored in the caves of Mount Shreshtasar, which noble princes and simple adventurers dreamed of, but the real treasure is the nature of Shreshtasar, which we will enjoy walking along the slopes.

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