The Sairme Columns are among them. These are limestone outcrops rising from the middle of the forest, with interesting shapes. Long ago, they were part of the seabed.
Yellow Route
We went in November
Green Route
We went in January; there was an unusually heavy snowfall. And in April
- public transportation
- taxi
- in your own or a rented car
- or with us—we often organize group tours to this destination.
You can approach the columns from either side.
You can view the trail on Organic Maps, Maps.me, and Komoot
Lighter. This shot offers a view from a distance and slightly from below.
This is a marked trail that’s 3.8 km long if you start at the beginning of the dirt road. The elevation gain is quite small—130 meters. You can drive closer, which will cut the distance in half.
Starting point: 42.542019, 42.869519
For those who are a bit more experienced—though it’s still not particularly difficult and, in our opinion, more interesting. You’ll climb one of the rocks themselves.
For safety reasons, we recommend going there only in good weather. There are crevices and holes in the rocks at the top, and when it rains, the rocks crumble.
There are fallen trees lying across the trail in several places. This makes the route feel more rugged and interactive. So if you feel like scrambling a bit—great; if not—go with the first route.
4.7 km and 280 m of elevation gain.
Starting point: 42.543084, 42.875281
Green Route
Yellow Route
FOR the yellow route:
Water
If you choose the yellow route, bring 1 liter per person. Keep in mind that it will be hot, and you’ll need to drink much more in the heat.
Lunch
The hike will be long, so be sure to bring enough food.
Suitable, non-slip footwear
—trekking boots are best
.Trekking poles
—they reduce the strain on your leg muscles and knees and help you stay more stable
. For the green route: 0.5 liters of water, regular shoes, and clothing will suffice. There’s a spring along the route, but we didn’t like the taste of that water :))
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