Keban

Keban is a district town in northwestern Elazığ Province, best known for the massive Keban Dam — one of Turkey's largest hydroelectric projects, built across the Euphrates River in the 1970s. The dam created Lake Keban, a vast reservoir that dramatically altered the landscape. The town itself is small and serves the dam complex.

By Plane

Elazığ Airport (EZS IATA) about 60 km southeast.

By Car / Road

Keban is reached by road from Elazig (47 km southeast). Dolmuşes run from Elazig.

The town and dam area are walkable.

• Keban Dam — One of Turkey's largest dams, a massive concrete structure across the Euphrates.

• Lake Keban — The vast reservoir stretches for kilometres, with fishing and boat tours.

• Euphrates River canyon — Scenic views where the river passes through the dam.

• Boat trips — Lake Keban offers boating and fishing opportunities.

• Photography — The dam and reservoir are dramatic subjects.

Small restaurants serve freshwater fish from Lake Keban.

Tea houses along the lakefront.

Basic guesthouse accommodation.

Fresh fish from the lake is a local specialty.

• Elazig — 47 km southeast, with Harput Castle and Lake Hazar.
• Kemaliye — 100 km northwest, a historic town with the Dark Canyon.
• Baskil — 40 km south, with ferry across Karakaya Dam lake.