A Greek Bike Odyssey


gypsy by trade

Nicholas Carman1 2146

Greece is all mountains, they say.  It is easier to name the few non-mountainous places in Greece, like the Plain of Thessaly, than to begin naming all of the ranges and peaks.  There are many narrow unpaved roads connecting villages.  In recent decades, many Greeks have moved to the cities leaving only a handful of old men to sip coffee in the cafes.  Scenic mountains, quiet dirt roads, frequent villages, and plenty of water equal great riding, great camping, and few logistical challenges.  Greece is one of the most inviting places to go looking for unpaved roads in Europe.

When looking for routes in a country I start by browsing a map of the entire region.  I look for mountains and major highways and cities; climate and weather patterns; recommended routes from other touring cyclists and multi-day MTB race routes, as well as routes described in adventure motorcycle and 4×4…

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