Things to Doin Sevan

Booking: Free to enter. Arrive before mid-morning or in the late afternoon to avoid the coach groups. The steps are exposed and the wind at the top is stronger than at the car park.

Accessibility: A long, steep staircase is the only route to the churches, with no alternative access. The lower car park area has views but not the monastery itself.

Booking: About 10 km south of Sevan town near Gavar. No entry fee. Local women sometimes offer informal guiding and sell knitted goods at the entrance. There is no shade, which matters in summer.

Accessibility: Open ground with rough grass, uneven footing between stones and no paths. Difficult with wheels; the outer edge is viewable from the entrance.

Booking: Beach clubs charge for entry or loungers in season and mostly close outside July and August. Public shoreline is freely accessible year-round. There are no lifeguards on most stretches.

Accessibility: Developed beach areas have the most level access. Undeveloped shore is loose gravel and awkward underfoot.

Booking: On the western shore road between Sevan and Noratus. Easily combined with Noratus by car; no useful public transport.

Accessibility: A short but uneven and rocky approach from the parking area, with steps into the church.

Booking: Requires a car; public transport around the lake is slow and infrequent. Note that some governments advise against travel in areas east of Vardenis on the far southeastern side because of border proximity; the northern and eastern shores covered by normal touring routes are not affected. Check current advice before planning a full circuit.

Accessibility: Undeveloped throughout, with rough tracks and no facilities. Practical only from a vehicle.