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Cultural and Natural Highlights
A road cycling route starting from Nikaia
Experience a mix of cultural and natural attractions along the route.
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This round-trip cycling route combines cultural and natural highlights, offering a diverse and enjoyable experience. Start your ride from Níkaia and pedal through Egaleo, a neighborhood known for its cultural landmarks. Explore the green areas and parks of Marousi before passing by the imposing Αστεροσκοπείο Πεντέλης. Admire the historic Προφήτης Ηλίας chapel before reaching Nikea, the final highlight of this route. The difficulty level of this route is moderate, with a total ascent of 873 meters over a distance of 72 kilometers.
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72 km
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Start: Νίκαια City centerNíkaia: Embark on an urban and rural cycling adventure from Níkaia, connecting to Athens and Elefsina.
Níkaia is a locality located in Attiki, Greece. For road and gravel cyclists, Níkaia offers a mix of urban and rural areas, providing diverse cycling opportunities. With its proximity to Athens, cyclists can enjoy both city biking and explore the countryside. Níkaia is also known for its connection to Elefsina, a well-known area for long-distance cycling races. With its many cycling-friendly routes and connections to other regions, Níkaia is a perfect base for exploring Attiki.4 km
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EgaleoTownExplore Egaleo, a neighborhood known for its cultural landmarks, including the renowned Egaleo Amphitheatre.
23 km
23 km
MarousiTownPass through Marousi, a neighborhood known for its beautiful parks and sports facilities.
38 km
38 km
Αστεροσκοπείο ΠεντέληςViewpointVisit Αστεροσκοπείο Πεντέλης, an astronomical observatory located at the iconic Penteli Mountain.
59 km
59 km
Agii AnargyriSub-urbCycle through the picturesque neighborhood of Agii Anargyri, known for its charming streets and quaint houses.
67 km
67 km
Προφήτης Ηλίας190 mPeakAdmire the historic Προφήτης Ηλίας chapel, a cherished landmark with breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
72 km
72 km
NikeaTownExplore Nikea, a vibrant neighborhood with a mix of cultural attractions and local markets.
72 km
72 km
Finish: Νίκαια City centerNíkaia: Embark on an urban and rural cycling adventure from Níkaia, connecting to Athens and Elefsina.
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