Category: Cycling Routes

The route begins from the old port of Lemesos and heads northeast along the coast. It goes through the tourist area of Germasogeia with its many shops, nightclubs, restaurants, hotels and traditional tavernas. The route ends at the archaeological site of Amathous. A short distance down the road is the old chapel of Agia Varvara, once a favourite spot for local fishermen. Just opposite the chapel there is a beautiful eucalyptus grove that provides plenty of shade for swimmers.

Difficulty rate: An easy ride for all types of bicycles.
Road condition: Entirely paved.
Route description: This route is a bicycle tour of Lemesos. There are very few variations in level and are not worth mentioning. It takes cyclists through the tourist area of Germasogeia, ancient Amathous and the nearby chapel of Agia Varvara with its eucalyptus grove and its lovely beach.

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This excursion goes through the eastern villages of the Lemesos (Limassol) district as well as some of the mountain villages in the foothills of the Pitsylia region, such as Agros. You can also go down towards Palaichori along theroutes of the Lefkosia (Nicosia) district. The route heads north starting at the Germasogeia roundabout. It climbs through the village, goes past the Germasogeia dam and the villages of Akrounta, Dierona and Arakapas.

At Arakapas, the route turns west and continues climbing steadily to the village of Kalo Chorio where it meets the Lemesos – Pitsylia road. Heading in the direction of Lemesos, a short distance down the road and to the right, is the dirt road that leads to Agios Mamas. From Agios Mamas the route begins to descend along a paved road passing through the villages of Kapileio and Korfi to reach the roundabout of Polemidia on the outskirts of Lemesos.

Difficulty rate: Average.It requires a road bike with at least 20 speeds.
Road condition: Entirely paved roads.

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This excursion is for mountain bike fanatics who will appreciate the technical difficulties involved. Although there are few level changes, the fact that a large part is on rocky ground calls for a good sense of balance and technical skills.

This route starts where the Lemesos-ancient Amathous route ends and goes in the same direction along the old Lemesos-Lefkosia road for 5km until it reaches the Moni flyover. There it turns off onto a dirt road to the right and heads south towards the coast. It goes past a number of industrial units as well as the Moni quarry where it turns left heading east.This part of the route is full of cycling thrills, ending up at Governor’s Beach.

Difficulty rate: Hard and uneven surface.It requires a good quality mountain bike with 24 speeds and front fork suspension.
Road condition: Apart from the first 5km of paved roads, the rest of the route is on an uneven surface.

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