Cycling around Fourfouras
The route at a glance
Route suitable for: Cycling. It requires the use of Mountain Bikes or VTC / Trekking.
Cycling on: Dirt roads and paved roads.
Starting point – Finish: Circular route from the Police Station in Fourfouras.
Degree of difficulty: Easy+ (for the level of experienced hikers).
Special features: The dirt roads you will follow are generally in good condition and in some places covered with cement. However, there are also places where great care is required due to the stony ground and the erosion of pavement.
Signage: Insufficient.
Drinking water point on the route: Fountain in the forecourt of the church of Panagia (point 07a).
Realization: Any time of the year.
Equipment
Customized equipment (especially protective, including helmet), with an emphasis on good quality and excellent maintenance of your MTB (brakes, discs, chain, tires).
The route in numbers
Route length: 5.3 km
Duration: depending on your cycling skills and experience.
Minimum altitude: 362m
Maximum altitude: 507m
Total altitude gain / loss: +182m / -207m
Slope: Maximum +17.2% / -22.7%. Average 7.2% / – 7.3%