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Mountain Peaks Challenge


A road cycling route starting from Kelcyre

Conquer the heights and witness stunning natural beauty along the way.

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This iconic road cycling route is a true challenge for even the most experienced riders. With a distance of 111 kilometers and an ascent of 3024 meters, this route takes you through some of the most captivating landscapes near Këlcyrë. Highlights include the majestic Kodra Bilbilit, the impressive Maja Veles, and the picturesque Fushë Vërri. The route culminates at Kelcyre Castle, offering panoramic views as a rewarding finish to the challenging ride.

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111 km
3024 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Këlcyrë City center
Këlcyrë: Explore the rugged beauty of Këlcyrë and experience the warm hospitality of Albania.
Këlcyrë is a small town located in the Jug region of Albania. From a cyclist's perspective, the locality offers a mix of challenging routes and scenic landscapes. The roads in the area are mostly paved, providing a smooth riding experience. One notable cycling spot nearby is the Mali i Thate National Park, which offers breathtaking views and opportunities for off-road cycling. Këlcyrë is also known for its traditional Albanian culture and hospitality, making it a great destination for tourists interested in immersing themselves in the local culture.
KëlcyrëTown
Këlcyrë serves as the starting and ending point of the route and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Kodra Bilbilit331 mPeak
Kodra Bilbilit offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, with its craggy peaks and deep valleys.
Maja Veles678 mPeak
Maja Veles, standing tall at an impressive elevation, marks a significant milestone along the route.
Fushë VërriVillage
Fushë Vërri is a picturesque village known for its traditional architecture and stunning natural surroundings.
Qafa Skërticës812 mMountain Pass
Qafa Skërticës offers panoramic views of the mountain pass and the adjacent valleys.
Kodra Rehajt312 mPeak
Kodra Rehajt, with its rugged cliffs and rolling hills, provides a memorable cycling experience.
Kelcyre CastleCastle
Kelcyre Castle, perched atop a hill, offers panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscapes.
Finish: Këlcyrë City center
Këlcyrë: Explore the rugged beauty of Këlcyrë and experience the warm hospitality of Albania.

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